Kuvasz
VS
American Akita
Kuvasz vs American Akita
Compare Kuvasz and American Akita 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
Kuvasz
American Akita
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
66 – 76 cm
61 – 71 cm
Weight
37 – 62 kg
35 – 55 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
5/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Kuvasz
Great with kids
Giant
American Akita
Super smart
Giant
Summary
About Kuvasz
The Kuvasz is a large, ancient Hungarian livestock guardian with a white, weatherproof coat. Loyal and protective with family but reserved with strangers, it needs early socialisation, firm yet kind training, space, and experienced owners to manage its strong, independent nature.
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.
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