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Name	Basenji	Lagotto Romagnolo	Akita
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	Italy	Japan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	Lagotti Romagnoli Lagotto Water Dog of Romagna Romagna Water Dog	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Lagotto Romagnolo? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 28-35 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 24-31 pounds (11-14 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 31.5 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-49 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$500-$700	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Lagotto Romagnolo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita intelligence:	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Loving Intelligent Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita?	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita social needs comparison:	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita playfulness comparison:	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita?	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Lagotto Romagnolo is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Lagotto Romagnolo indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Lagotto Romagnolo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lagotto Romagnolo bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita mouthiness comparison:	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Lagotto Romagnolo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Lagotto Romagnolo and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Lagotto Romagnolo: 15 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lagotto Romagnolo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita energy level comparison:	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita coat comparison:	Fine	Waterproof	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight
Colors What are the original Basenji, Lagotto Romagnolo and Akita color?	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Gray Tan White Brown	Black Red White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or {name3 shedding:	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita?	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lagotto Romagnolo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lagotto Romagnolo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are generally with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lagotto Romagnolos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Basenji or Lagotto Romagnolo or Akita? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Lagotto Romagnolo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Basenji and Lagotto Romagnolo and Akita have?	4-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-12 puppies
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Basenji vs Lagotto Romagnolo vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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