Saint Bernard vs Akita
Compare Saint Bernard and Akita: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Saint Bernard
VS
Akita
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Saint Bernard
Akita
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
2 – Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
5 – Spitz and Primitive Types
Height
65 – 90 cm
60 – 67 cm
Weight
60 – 100 kg
38 – 42 kg
Life Expectancy
8 – 10 years
10 – 11 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy Level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking Level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
4/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Saint Bernard
Great with Kids
Giant
Akita
Great with Kids
Very Smart
Protective
Large
Summary
About Saint Bernard
Large, gentle mountain dog developed by Swiss monks for rescue and companionship. Calm and affectionate, especially with children, but very big, drooly, and heavy shedding. Needs moderate exercise, careful joint and health management, and close inclusion in family life.
About Akita
Large, powerful Japanese spitz breed with a broad head, curled tail and dense double coat that sheds heavily. Calm, independent and reserved with strangers but deeply loyal to family and a natural guardian. Intelligent yet strong‑willed, best for experienced, consistent owners.
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