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

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Cheerful

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

Toy Fo-Chons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Northern Spitz

Bichon Frise and Toy Fox Terrier

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

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brindle
White
Silver
Fawn
Red
Black
Brown

Black
White
Brown

Akita Inus have medium-length coats.

Toy Fo-Chons are known for their coat 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 Toy Fo-Chon can have a litter of 2-6 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

Patellar Luxation
Inverterbral Disc Degeneration

Elbow Dysplasia
Pemphigus
Sebaceous Adenitis

Allergies
Eye Problems
Dental Disease

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

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Wellness Check
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Toy Fo-Chon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Akita Inus sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Toy Fo-Chons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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 Toy Fo-Chon, it's at least 7 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 Toy Fo-Chons usually need at least 30 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 Toy Fo-Chon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Akita Inu should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Toy Fo-Chon should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 7-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Toy Fo-Chon feed 1 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 Toy Fo-Chon is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Toy Fo-Chon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Toy Fo-Chons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Toy Fo-Chons 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.

Toy Fo-Chons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Toy Fo-Chons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Toy Fo-Chons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.