Akita Inu has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Norwegian Buhund has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

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

Agile
Energetic
Funny
Loving
Courageous
Friendly

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

Norwegian Buhunds 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.

Norwegian Buhunds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Japan

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Northern Spitz

Spitz-type

1600s

10th Century

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brindle
White
Silver
Fawn
Red
Black
Brown

Black
Cream

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 Norwegian Buhund can have a litter of 13-15 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.

While the Akita Inu breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Norwegian Buhunds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Pemphigus
Sebaceous Adenitis

None Known

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Elbow
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Hip And Eyes

Akita Inus require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Norwegian Buhunds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Akita Inu excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Norwegian Buhund minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

Norwegian Buhund dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Akita Inu dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Norwegian Buhund dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

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

Walk, Run, Catch treats, Play, Chase, Herding

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.

Norwegian Buhunds 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 Norwegian Buhund, it's at least 14 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 Norwegian Buhunds usually need at least 90 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 Norwegian Buhund is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-130 pound (45 - 59 kg) Akita Inu feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 31-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Norwegian Buhund feed 2.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Norwegian Buhund 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 Norwegian Buhund 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.

Norwegian Buhund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Norwegian Buhunds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Norwegian Buhunds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Norwegian Buhunds 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.

Norwegian Buhunds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Norwegian Buhunds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Norwegian Buhunds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Akita Inus are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Norwegian Buhunds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.