Akita vs Tamaskan Dog

Compare the Akita to the Tamaskan Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Akitas and Tamaskan Dogs.

Akita vs Tamaskan Dog
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
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General Details
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-15 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
24-33 Inches
Weight
70-130 Pounds
55-95 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Origin Country
Japan
Finland
Origin Year
1600 AD
1980 AD
Temperament
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
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
Tamaskan Dog
Traits
Aggressive
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-75 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
None
Exercise Needs
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Energy Level
Medium
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Aggression
Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-15 Years
Health Concerns
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Sebaceous adenitis
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Cancer
Ear infections
Epilepsy
Cryptorchidism
Deafness
Degenerative myelopathy
Heat intolerance
Eye problems
Kidney failure
Liver issues
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Akita
Tamaskan Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Brown
Brown
Brown Brindle
Brown Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Silver
Silver
Silver Brindle
Silver Brindle
White
White
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