Akita
Japan's national dog, the Akita is dignified, calm and legendarily loyal, but independent and intolerant of other dogs.
Akita vs Korean Jindo
Side by side
| Trait | Akita | Korean Jindo |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Spitz and primitive types | Spitz and primitive types |
| Size | Large | Medium |
| Weight | 30–45 kg | 15–23 kg |
| Height at withers | 58–70 cm | 45–55 cm |
| Life expectancy | 10–14 years | 12–15 years |
| Energy | ||
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| Heat tolerance | ||
| Apartment | Not recommended | Not recommended |
Key differences
- Heavier: Akita (about 37.5 kg vs 19 kg on average)
- Taller: Akita (about 64 cm vs 50 cm on average)
Gaps counted as key differences: more than 20% in average weight, more than 10% in average height, at least 2 years in average life expectancy, or at least 2 points on a rating.
Which one is right for you?
A quick guide based on the ratings above. Every dog is an individual: spend time with the breed and talk to breeders, rescue organisations or a veterinarian before deciding.
- Apartment living
- Both are similarBased on apartment suitability and energy.
- Family with children
- Both are similarBased on behaviour with children.
- First-time owner
- Both are similarBased on trainability, energy and grooming needs.
- Hot climate
- Korean Jindo is the better fitBased on heat tolerance.
- Active owner
- Korean Jindo is the better fitBased on energy level.
Meet the two breeds
Korean Jindo
South Korea's national dog, the Jindo is a loyal, clean and independent spitz that often bonds deeply with one person.