Lakeland Terrier vs Hokkaido Dog

Compare the Lakeland Terrier to the Hokkaido Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Lakeland Terriers and Hokkaido Dogs.

Lakeland Terrier vs Hokkaido Dog
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
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General Details
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
11-13 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
15-18 Pounds
45-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Japan
Origin Year
1800 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Traits
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
High to Very High
Grooming Needs
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
None
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Common Health Issues
Heart murmurs
Allergies
Cryptorchidism
Collie eye anomaly
Hypodontia
Blocked tear ducts
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Lakeland Terrier
Hokkaido Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
White
White
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