Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Fearless
Reserved

Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Reliable
Kind
Faithful
Vigilant
Trustworthy
Willing

Doberdanes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Golden Akita Retrievers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Great Dane, Doberman Pinscher

Golden Retriever, Akita

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Red
Fawn
Black
Brown

White
Red
Brown
Black

Doberdanes have short coats.

Golden Akita Retrievers have medium-length coats.

A Doberdane can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Golden Akita Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Doberdanes are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Golden Akita Retrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hip Dysplasia
Wobbler's Syndrome

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

Entropion
Cherry Eye
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
Glaucoma
Skin Allergies
Hypothyroidism

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Neurological Examination
Blood Chemistry

Physical Examination
Radiographs

Going on run, Cuddling, Training, Hiking, Speak, Fetch, Sleeping, Walking, Bottle feeding, Swimming, Chasing sticks, Dog Parks, Tug-of-war

Fetch, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doberdane, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Akita Retriever, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doberdanes usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Golden Akita Retrievers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Doberdane has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Golden Akita Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-140 pound (45 - 64 kg) Doberdane feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Golden Akita Retriever feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Doberdane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Akita Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Doberdane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Akita Retriever is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Doberdanes make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Golden Akita Retriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Doberdanes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Golden Akita Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Doberdanes are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Golden Akita Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Doberdanes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Akita Retrievers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Doberdanes are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Golden Akita Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Doberdanes have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Golden Akita Retrievers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Doberdanes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Golden Akita Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.