Shiba Inu and Akita are different in size It is actually easy to distinguish between Shiba Inu and Akita by their body size. The standard shoulder height of an Akita is 60cm, while a Shiba Inu is 40cm, and an Akita is a super large dog, while a Shiba Inu is a medium sized dog. Shiba Inu and Akita have different coats Shiba Inu is short-haired and has a very submissive looking coat. The Akita’s coat is medium-length and will look and feel fluffy, and the difference is even more pronounced when you touch it. The most common coat color for Shiba Inu and Akita is russet. The Akita has other coat colors besides russet, and the Shiba Inu has a special tiger striped coat that the Shiba Inu does not have. Shiba Inu and Akita have different head shapes and looking at the face is one way to distinguish between Shiba Inu and Akita. The Shiba Inu has a somewhat rounder face and a much smaller face than the Akita. The Akita, on the other hand, has a somewhat larger skull and a flatter top of the head. Shiba Inu and Akita have different expressions Shiba Inu has always been known as the king of expressions in dogs. The Shiba Inu is very expressive and can often be seen with a happy smile on his face. The Akita is more serious, with the corners of his mouth turned upwards, and is more honest. Shiba Inu and Akita have different personalities Shiba Inu is more naive and quirky. Sometimes they are slightly mischievous and do not look as majestic as the Akita. The Akita, on the other hand, is a very good working dog with a simple personality and looks very powerful and dominant. The Akita is very loyal and obedient to its owner.
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