American Akita
VS
Large Münsterländer
American Akita vs Large Münsterländer
Compare American Akita and Large Münsterländer side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
American Akita
Large Münsterländer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
61 – 71 cm
58 – 65 cm
Weight
35 – 55 kg
29 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
12 – 13 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
American Akita
Super smart
Giant
Large Münsterländer
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About American Akita
Large, powerful spitz-type dog with a broad, bear-like head and curled tail. Calm, loyal, and strongly protective with family, but reserved with strangers and often aloof with other dogs. Thick double coat sheds heavily. Intelligent, independent, and best suited to experienced, consistent owners.
About Large Münsterländer
Medium–large, athletic German gundog with a distinctive black‑and‑white, ticked coat. Intelligent, people‑oriented and affectionate, yet independent with strong hunting and prey drive. Needs experienced, active owners, plenty of daily exercise, training and mental stimulation to stay content.
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