Which is better to keep, Shiba Inu or Akita? How to tell the difference between Shiba Inu and Akita?

Akita Inu and Shiba Inu are both national treasures of Japan. Most Japanese families raise Akita Inu, and the dog in the movie "Hachiko: A Dog's Tale" is an Akita Inu. Shiba Inu and Akita Inu have many similarities in appearance. So which one is easier to raise, Shiba Inu or Akita Inu?

Which is easier to raise, Shiba Inu or Akita Inu?

Shiba Inu and Akita Inu have their own advantages and disadvantages, depending on the specific circumstances of the owner. Overall, both dogs are very high-quality pet dogs, easy to train, smart and smart, and have strong disease resistance and a strong tolerance for food.

Feeding space area

Shiba Inu and Akita Inu are both dogs that require a lot of exercise space, whether it is indoor area or outdoor activity area. If both indoor and outdoor areas are sufficient, Akita Inu is also a good choice. If the indoor area is narrow, Shiba Inu is a better choice.

Considerations of feeding costs

Both Shiba Inu and Akita Inu are dogs with large appetites, and the Akita Inu's appetite is even more amazing.

Consumption of toys and teething products

Both dogs have a higher consumption of toys and other items. Akita dogs consume more toys. Of course, this also includes some bold attempts by the dog to touch your furniture. Considering this, Shiba Inu may be relatively better.

Dog walking difficulty

Shiba Inu is nicknamed "Let Go". Akita Inu will also run around without systematic training. So, no matter which one you choose, you'd better raise one at the beginning to avoid the great physical and mental stress of two or more.

Hair loss degree

Both breeds have dense hair that requires careful care from their owners when shedding, and the changes during shedding are more exaggerated, but because the Akita's hair is longer and thicker, the amount of hair it sheds will be greater.

How to distinguish between Shiba Inu and Akita Inu

1. Different body shapes

Shiba Inu is relatively small, while Akita is relatively large, and is considered a large dog.

The Akita is 66-71cm tall at the shoulders, and the Shiba Inu is 35-41cm tall at the shoulders.

2. Different facial features

The Shiba Inu has a smaller face, big eyes, and erect ears. The Akita Inu always squints, looking more like a bear, with ears that are wider and tilted forward.

3. Different personalities

Shiba Inu likes to act cute and has a lively personality; Akita Inu is brave and loyal, and has a certain degree of aggressiveness, especially towards other dogs.

How many months is it easy to raise a Shiba Inu?

The Shiba Inu is easiest to keep when it is 3-5 months old.

Regardless of the breed, the best months to keep a pet dog are generally March to May. Easy to keep is actually a general concept. If a novice can keep a dog alive, 4 months is recommended.

Shiba Inu is a medium-sized dog. Based on its normal development speed and vaccine tolerance, it is recommended to be kept in April or May.

No matter how big the dog is, any dog ​​should be raised with care. It is recommended that novices learn more, otherwise there will be other problems later, such as when to give the vaccine, what to do if it gets sick, whether it can be bred in estrus, etc.