| Loyalty Level | Very loyal, but aloof | High |
|---|---|---|
| Need for Human Attention | Medium | Yes |
| Temperament with Children | With supervision | Yes |
| Temperament with Strangers | With supervision | With supervision |
| Temperament with Cats/Small Animals | High | High |
| Temperament with Other Dogs | No | Yes |
| Temperament with Children | With supervision | Yes |
| Temperament with Family | Yes | Yes |
| Current Use | Companion dog, guard | Dog friendly |
|---|---|---|
| Breed Group (FCI/AKC) | Utility | Terrier |
| Country of Origin | Japan | Australia |
| Official Name | Akita | Australian Terrier |
| Primary Use (Historical) | Guard dog, hunting dog | Rat hunting |
| Other Names (Nickname) | Akita Inu | Aussie Terrier |
| Eye Color | Dark | Dark |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Coloration | Color variations | Blue and Tan, Sandy Red |
| Height (Male) | 61-71 cm | 23-28 cm |
| Weight (Male) | 32-59 kg | 6-8 kg |
| Height (Female) | 61-71 cm | 23-28 cm |
| Coat Type | Short/double-layered | Medium/Wire |
| Lifespan | > 10 years | >12 years |
| Weight (Female) | 32-59 kg | 6-8 kg |
| Sex (Male/Female) | 61-71 cm | 23-28 cm |
| Bite Force | Unknown | Unknown |
| Ear Type | Erect, triangular | Pricked |
| Tail Type | Curled over the back | High |
| Yard Requirement | High | Low |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment Suitability | No | Yes |
| Tolerance for Being Alone | Low | Low |
| Hot Weather Tolerance | Medium | Medium |
| Suitable for Novices | No | Yes |
| Cold Weather Tolerance | High | Medium |
| Suitable for Novices | No | Yes |
| Nipping Tendency | Low | Medium |
|---|---|---|
| Global Intelligence Rank | Medium | High |
| Trainability | Low | High |
| Daily Exercise Needs | > 2 hours a day | Up to 1 hour per day |
| Barking Tendency | Low | High |
| Energy Level | High | High |
| Prey Drive | - | High |
| Food Cost | High | Low |
|---|---|---|
| Common Genetic Diseases | Dysplasia, heart problems | Hip Dysplasia, Luxating Patella |
| Global Price Range (Puppy) | High | Medium |
| Tendency to Obesity | Low | Low |
| Grooming Cost | Once a week | > Once a week |
| Hypoallergenic | No | No |
|---|---|---|
| Brushing Needs | Weekly | Weekly |
| Shedding Level | Yes (seasonal) | Yes (Low) |
| Bathing Needs | Medium | Medium |
| Body Odor | Low | Low |
| Drooling | Medium | Low |
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