Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow.

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Affenhuahua Versus Akita Chow: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Affenhuahua and for the Akita Chow. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Affenhuahua or the Akita Chow.

Affenhuahua versus Akita Chow: Overview

A very important difference between the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Affenhuahua is a tiny-sized dog while the Akita Chow is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow are Mixed Breed Dogs. This means both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow are not purebred dogs.

Affenhuahua versus Akita Chow: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Affenhuahua to the Akita Chow based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow

Factor Affenhuahua Akita Chow
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 13 to 18 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 1/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Weight 4 to 12 pounds 88 to 145 pounds
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 2/5
Height 6 to 12 inches 23 to 25 inches
Average Lifespan 15.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Affenhuahua in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Akita Chow. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

The Better-Pet score for the Affenhuahua is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Akita Chow is 55 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Affenhuahua is a better pet than the Akita Chow. So, you should get the Affenhuahua!

Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow

Below is a list of where the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow are most different:

  • Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Akita Chows can tolerate cold weather.
  • Affenhuahuas are good for new dog owners. However, Akita Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family. However, Akita Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
  • Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom. However, Akita Chows require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.

The Similarities Between the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow

The Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow are most similar:

  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.

Size Comparison of Affenhuahua versus Akita Chow

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow.

Affenhuahuas weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Affenhuahuas are 6 to 12 inches when fully grown.

On the other hand, Akita Chows weigh 88 to 145 pounds when fully grown. Akita Chows are 23 to 25 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Affenhuahua versus Akita Chow

The lifespan of Affenhuahuas is between 13 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Affenhuahuas is 15.5 years.

The lifespan of Akita Chows is between 10 to 12 years . The average lifespan of Akita Chows is 11.0 years.

Affenhuahuas live longer than Akita Chows.

Tolerates Being Alone: Affenhuahua versus Akita Chow

Affenhuahuas do not like to be left alone.

Akita Chows do not like to be left alone.

Do Affenhuahuas shed more than Akita Chows?

Affenhuahuas do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

Akita Chows shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

Which one drools more, the Affenhuahua or the Akita Chow

Affenhuahuas do have a very low tendency to drool.

Akita Chows drool moderately.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Affenhuahua or the Akita Chow?

Affenhuahuas are very easy to groom.

Akita Chows require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

Does the Affenhuahua Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Akita Chow?

Affenhuahuas have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

Akita Chows have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

Do Affenhuahuas Bark and Howl? What about Akita Chows?

Affenhuahuas are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

Akita Chows are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Akita Chows Tolerate Cold Weather?

Affenhuahuas cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

Akita Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Affenhuahua vs. Akita Chow

Affenhuahuas do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

Akita Chows have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

Can Affenhuahuas Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Akita Chows Tolerate Hot Weather?

Affenhuahuas can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

Akita Chows cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Affenhuahua or the Akita Chow?

Affenhuahuas do not get along well with other dogs.

Akita Chows do not get along well with other dogs.

Are Affenhuahuas good family dogs? What about Akita Chows?

Affenhuahuas are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

Akita Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

How Kid-friendly are Affenhuahuas and Akita Chows?

Affenhuahuas get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

Akita Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

Is the Affenhuahua Easier to Train than the Akita Chow?

Affenhuahuas are fairly easy to train.

Akita Chows are not easy to train.

Is the Affenhuahua Better for Apartment Owners than the Akita Chow?

Affenhuahuas adapt very well to apartment living.

Akita Chows do not adapt well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Affenhuahua or the Akita Chow?

Affenhuahuas are very good for new dog owners.

Akita Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Affenhuahua versus Akita Chow. Which One is a Better Pet?

In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Affenhuahua and the Akita Chow better suits you and your family.