Breed Comparison: Akita Chow Versus Sussex Spaniel

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Akita Chow Versus Sussex Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel? 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 Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel. 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 Sussex Spaniel.

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 Sussex Spaniel.

Akita Chow versus Sussex Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Akita Chow is a large-sized dog while the Sussex Spaniel is a small-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 Sussex Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Akita Chow versus Sussex Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Akita Chow to the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel

Factor Akita Chow Sussex Spaniel
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 1/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 1/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 11 to 14 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 4/5
Height 23 to 25 inches 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 1/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 5/5
Weight 88 to 145 pounds 35 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 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 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 Sussex Spaniel. 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 Sussex Spaniel is 100 out of 125.

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

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 Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel

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

  • Akita Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Sussex Spaniels are good for new dog owners.
  • Akita Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs. However, Sussex Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Akita Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Sussex Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Akita Chows do not get along well with other dogs. However, Sussex Spaniels get along well with other dogs.
  • Akita Chows require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Sussex Spaniels are very easy to groom.
  • Akita Chows do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Sussex Spaniels adapt well to apartment living.
  • Akita Chows cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments. However, Sussex Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
  • Akita Chows are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Sussex Spaniels are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Akita Chows have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Sussex Spaniels have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Akita Chows do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Sussex Spaniels do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

The Similarities Between the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel

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

  • Both the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel are not easy to train.
  • Both the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel 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 Sussex Spaniel shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Akita Chow and the Sussex Spaniel can tolerate cold weather.

Size Comparison of Akita Chow versus Sussex Spaniel

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

Akita Chows weigh 88 to 145 pounds when fully grown. Akita Chows are 23 to 25 inches when fully grown.

On the other hand, Sussex Spaniels weigh 35 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Sussex Spaniels are 1 foot, 1 inch to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the sho when fully grown.

Lifespan of Akita Chow versus Sussex Spaniel

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

The lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sussex Spaniels is 12.5 years.

Sussex Spaniels live longer than Akita Chows.

Tolerates Being Alone: Akita Chow versus Sussex Spaniel

Akita Chows do not like to be left alone.

Sussex Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

Do Akita Chows shed more than Sussex Spaniels?

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

Sussex Spaniels shed moderately.

Which one drools more, the Akita Chow or the Sussex Spaniel

Akita Chows drool moderately.

Sussex Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Akita Chow or the Sussex Spaniel?

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

Sussex Spaniels are very easy to groom.

Does the Akita Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sussex Spaniel?

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.

Sussex Spaniels 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.

Do Akita Chows Bark and Howl? What about Sussex Spaniels?

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

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

Can Akita Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

Akita Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.

Sussex Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Akita Chow vs. Sussex Spaniel

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

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

Can Akita Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sussex Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

Sussex Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

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

Akita Chows do not get along well with other dogs.

Sussex Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

Are Akita Chows good family dogs? What about Sussex Spaniels?

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

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Sussex Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Akita Chows and Sussex Spaniels?

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

Sussex Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Is the Akita Chow Easier to Train than the Sussex Spaniel?

Akita Chows are not easy to train.

Sussex Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

Is the Akita Chow Better for Apartment Owners than the Sussex Spaniel?

Akita Chows do not adapt well to apartment living.

Sussex Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

Sussex Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Akita Chow versus Sussex Spaniel. 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 Sussex Spaniel better suits you and your family.