Alert
Dignified
Friendly
Responsive
Courageous
Docile
Intelligent
Vigilant
Independent
Faithful
Willing
Protective

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Aggressive
Cheerful

Akita Inus shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Boston Labs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose an Akita Inu if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Boston Labs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Japan

United States

Northern Spitz

Boston Terrier, Labrador Retriever

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brindle
White
Silver
Fawn
Red
Black
Brown

Brown
Black
White

Akita Inus have medium-length coats.

Boston Labs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

An Akita Inu can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Boston Lab can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Von Willebrand's Disease
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Pemphigus
Sebaceous Adenitis

Patellar Luxation

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Full Blood Work
General Physical Examination

Akita Inus' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Boston Labs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Akita Inu has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Boston Lab has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Akita Inus are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Boston Lab dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Run, Frisbee, Chase, Sniff, Swim, Play, Walk, Fetch, Walking, Tug-of-war, Running, Training, Listen to me, Belly rubs

Fetch, Hide & Seek, Walking, Tug-of-war, Tug of War, Nature walk, Frisbee, Chase, Snuggles, Hike, Walk, Run, Nap, Dog Parks, Tag, Running, Shake, Swim, Dressing up

Akita Inus are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Boston Labs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Akita Inu, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Lab, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Akita Inus usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Boston Labs usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Akita Inu has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Boston Lab is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Akita Inu is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Boston Lab is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Akita Inu is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Lab is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Akita Inus are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Boston Lab is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Akita Inus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Boston Lab is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Akita Inus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Boston Labs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Akita Inus are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Boston Labs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Akita Inus are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Boston Labs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Akita Inus are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Boston Labs are highly friendly around strangers.

Akita Inus have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Boston Labs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.