Akita vs Shiloh Shepherd

Compare the Akita to the Shiloh Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Akitas and Shiloh Shepherds.

Akita vs Shiloh Shepherd
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
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General Details
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-13 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
26-32 Inches
Weight
70-130 Pounds
80-160 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Origin Country
Japan
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1600 AD
1974 AD
Temperament
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
None
Above Average
Pet Friendly
None
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Traits
Aggressive
Stubborn
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-75 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Aggression
Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Sebaceous adenitis
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Degenerative myelopathy
Heart problems
Sensitive stomach
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Akita
Shiloh Shepherd
Breed Colors
Black
Black Brindle
Brown
Brown Brindle
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red Brindle
Silver
Silver Brindle
White
Black
Black and Cream
Black and Red
Black and Silver
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