Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Akita Chow Versus Borzoi: Introduction
- Akita Chow versus Borzoi: Overview
- Akita Chow versus Borzoi: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Akita Chow and the Borzoi
- The Similarities Between the Akita Chow and the Borzoi
- Size Comparison of Akita Chow versus Borzoi
- Lifespan of Akita Chow versus Borzoi
- Tolerates Being Alone: Akita Chow versus Borzoi
- Do Akita Chows shed more than Borzois?
- Which one drools more, the Akita Chow or the Borzoi
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Akita Chow or the Borzoi?
- Does the Akita Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Borzoi?
- Do Akita Chows Bark and Howl? What about Borzois?
- Can Akita Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Borzois Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Akita Chow vs. Borzoi
- Can Akita Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Borzois Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Akita Chow or the Borzoi?
- Are Akita Chows good family dogs? What about Borzois?
- How Kid-friendly are Akita Chows and Borzois?
- Is the Akita Chow Easier to Train than the Borzoi?
- Conclusion: Akita Chow versus Borzoi. Which One is a Better Pet?
Akita Chow Versus Borzoi: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Akita Chow and the Borzoi? 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 Akita Chow and the Borzoi 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 Akita Chow and the Borzoi.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Akita Chow and the Borzoi 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 Akita Chow and for the Borzoi. 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 Akita Chow and the Borzoi.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Akita Chow or the Borzoi.
Akita Chow versus Borzoi: Overview
A very important difference between the Akita Chow and the Borzoi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Akita Chow is a large-sized dog while the Borzoi is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Akita Chow belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Borzoi belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Akita Chow versus Borzoi: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Akita Chow to the Borzoi 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 Akita Chow and the Borzoi
Factor | Akita Chow | Borzoi |
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Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 12 years |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Height | 23 to 25 inches | 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder |
Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 1/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 88 to 145 pounds | 55 to 105 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 11.0 years |
Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $1500 |
Average Price | No Data | $1560 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Akita Chow 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 Borzoi. 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 Akita Chow is 55 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Borzoi is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Borzoi is a better pet than the Akita Chow. So, you should get the Borzoi!
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 Akita Chow and the Borzoi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Akita Chow and the Borzoi
Below is a list of where the Akita Chow and the Borzoi are most different:
- Akita Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs. However, Borzois are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Akita Chows do not get along well with other dogs. However, Borzois get along well with other dogs.
- Akita Chows require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Borzois are very easy to groom.
- Akita Chows do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Borzois adapt well to apartment living.
The Similarities Between the Akita Chow and the Borzoi
The Akita Chow and the Borzoi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Akita Chow and the Borzoi are most similar:
- Both the Akita Chow and the Borzoi do not like to be left alone.
- Both the Akita Chow and the Borzoi cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
- Both the Akita Chow and the Borzoi are not easy to train.
- Both the Akita Chow and the Borzoi are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
- Both the Akita Chow and the Borzoi not very playful.
- Both the Akita Chow and the Borzoi 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 Akita Chow and the Borzoi shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
- Both the Akita Chow and the Borzoi are highly intelligent.
- Both the Akita Chow and the Borzoi have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
- Both the Akita Chow and the Borzoi can tolerate cold weather.
Size Comparison of Akita Chow versus Borzoi
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Akita Chow and the Borzoi.
Akita Chows weigh 88 to 145 pounds when fully grown. Akita Chows are 23 to 25 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Borzois weigh 55 to 105 pounds when fully grown. Borzois are 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Akita Chow versus Borzoi
The lifespan of Akita Chows is between 10 to 12 years . The average lifespan of Akita Chows is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Borzois is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Borzois is 11.0 years.
Tolerates Being Alone: Akita Chow versus Borzoi
Akita Chows do not like to be left alone.
Borzois do not like to be left alone.
Do Akita Chows shed more than Borzois?
Akita Chows shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Borzois shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Akita Chow or the Borzoi
Akita Chows drool moderately.
Borzois do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Akita Chow or the Borzoi?
Akita Chows require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Borzois are very easy to groom.
Does the Akita Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Borzoi?
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.
Borzois 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 Akita Chows Bark and Howl? What about Borzois?
Akita Chows are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Borzois are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Akita Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Borzois Tolerate Cold Weather?
Akita Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.
Borzois can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Akita Chow vs. Borzoi
Akita Chows have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Borzois have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Akita Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Borzois Tolerate Hot Weather?
Akita Chows cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Borzois can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Akita Chow or the Borzoi?
Akita Chows do not get along well with other dogs.
Borzois get along very well with other dogs.
Are Akita Chows good family dogs? What about Borzois?
Akita Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Borzois are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Akita Chows and Borzois?
Akita Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Borzois get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Akita Chow Easier to Train than the Borzoi?
Akita Chows are not easy to train.
Borzois are fairly easy to train.
Is the Akita Chow Better for Apartment Owners than the Borzoi?
Akita Chows do not adapt well to apartment living.
Borzois adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Akita Chow or the Borzoi?
Akita Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Borzois are OK for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Akita Chow versus Borzoi. 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 Akita Chow and the Borzoi better suits you and your family.