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

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Gentle
Social
Kind
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Trustworthy
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Petite Golden Retrievers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Northern Spitz

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Golden Retriever

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brindle
White
Silver
Fawn
Red
Black
Brown

Cream
Red

Akita Inus have medium-length coats.

Petite Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

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 Petite Golden Retriever 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

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Syringomyelia
Subaortic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Pemphigus
Sebaceous Adenitis

Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Microphthalmia
Hypodysmyelinogenesis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

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

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Skin Biopsy
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Echocardiogram
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

Petite Golden Retriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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.

Petite Golden Retrievers 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 Petite Golden Retriever, it's at least 10 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 Petite Golden Retrievers 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 Petite Golden Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
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 13-75 pound (6 - 34 kg) Petite Golden Retriever feed 2.5 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 Petite Golden Retriever 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 Petite Golden Retriever 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.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

The Petite Golden Retriever 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.

Petite Golden Retrievers 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.

Petite Golden Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Petite Golden Retrievers 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.

Petite Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Petite Golden Retrievers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.