Akita vs Irish Wolfhound

Compare the Akita to the Irish Wolfhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Akitas and Irish Wolfhounds.

Akita vs Irish Wolfhound
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
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General Details
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
6-8 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
32-35 Inches
Weight
70-130 Pounds
90-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Origin Country
Japan
Unspecified
Origin Year
1600 AD
-700 BC
Temperament
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
None
Above Average
Pet Friendly
None
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Traits
Aggressive
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-75 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Aggression
Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
6-8 Years
Health Concerns
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Sebaceous adenitis
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Akita
Irish Wolfhound
Breed Colors
Black
Black Brindle
Brown
Brown Brindle
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red Brindle
Silver
Silver Brindle
White
Black
Blue
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red and Brindle
Silver
Wheaten
White
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