Differences and Similarities between the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow.

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Last Updated: Apr 03, 2022

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Siberian Husky Versus Akita Chow: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky or the Akita Chow.

Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow

Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Siberian Husky belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Akita Chow belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow

Factor Siberian Husky Akita Chow
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Height 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder 23 to 25 inches
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Weight 35 to 60 pounds 88 to 145 pounds
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1080 No Data
Price Range $700 – $1250 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination- min age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky is 71 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Akita Chow is 55 out of 125.

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

    Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow

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

  • Siberian Huskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family. However, Akita Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
  • Siberian Huskys get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Akita Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Siberian Huskys get along well with other dogs. However, Akita Chows do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Siberian Huskys are very friendly towards strangers. However, Akita Chows are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Siberian Huskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Akita Chows are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Siberian Huskys are very playful. However, Akita Chows not very playful.

    • The Similarities Between the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow

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

  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow are not easy to train.
  • Both the Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size Comparison of the Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow

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

    The Siberian Husky weighs 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. The Siberian Husky is 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, the Akita Chow weighs 88 to 145 pounds when fully grown. The Akita Chow is 23 to 25 inches when fully grown.

    Size of Siberian Husky versus Size of Akita Chow

    Lifespan of Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow

    The lifespan of Siberian Huskys is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Siberian Huskys is 13.5 years.

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

    Siberian Huskys live longer than Akita Chows.

    Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow
    Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow

    Tolerates Being Alone: Siberian Husky versus Akita Chow

    Siberian Huskys do not like to be left alone.

    Akita Chows do not like to be left alone.

    Do Siberian Huskys shed more than Akita Chows?

    Siberian Huskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Siberian Husky or the Akita Chow?

    Siberian Huskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

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

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

    Siberian Huskys get along very well with other dogs.

    Akita Chows do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Siberian Huskys good family dogs? What about Akita Chows?

    Siberian Huskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    Is the Siberian Husky Easier to Train than the Akita Chow?

    Siberian Huskys are not easy to train.

    Akita Chows are not easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Siberian Husky or the Akita Chow

    Siberian Huskys drool moderately.

    Akita Chows drool moderately.

    How Kid-friendly are Siberian Huskys and Akita Chows?

    Siberian Huskys get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Does the Siberian Husky Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Akita Chow?

    Siberian Huskys have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Siberian Huskys Bark and Howl? What about Akita Chows?

    Siberian Huskys 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 Siberian Huskys Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Akita Chows Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Siberian Huskys can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Akita Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Siberian Husky vs. Akita Chow

    Siberian Huskys have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Akita Chows Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Siberian Huskys 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.

    Is the Siberian Husky Better for Apartment Owners than the Akita Chow?

    Siberian Huskys do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Akita Chows do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Siberian Huskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    Siberian Husky Versus Other Dog Breeds

    You may also be interested in how the Siberian Husky compares to other breeds aside from the Akita Chow. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Siberian Husky to other breeds:

    Siberian Husky versus Akita     Siberian Husky versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Siberian Husky versus Golden Retriever     Siberian Husky versus Samoyed     Siberian Husky versus Alaskan Malamute     Siberian Husky versus Australian Shepherd     Siberian Husky versus Labrador Retriever     Siberian Husky versus German Shepherd Dog     

    Conclusion: Siberian Husky 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 Siberian Husky and the Akita Chow better suits you and your family.