Shiba Inu and Akita Inu (detailed introduction) often give people a confusing feeling. Both dogs look quite similar. The Shiba Inu’s appearance resembles a smaller version of the Akita Inu. But in terms of personality, the editor thinks Shiba Inu’s character is much better than Akita Inu’s. The editor prefers Shiba Inu, but everyone has their own preference, so you can all take a look together.

1. Distinguishing Appearance

Intuitively, we can observe their facial expressions. Akita is more deep and solemn, always squinting its eyes, somewhat like a bear cub. This cute and silly little expression seems more wooden and less fierce than a bear. Why does it look so much like a bear? Because in Japan, it is actually a bear-hunting dog.
In contrast, Shiba Inu is much cuter. Its main job is catching rabbits and wild pheasants, so it doesn’t look so fierce. Its face is smaller and eyes larger, allowing for richer facial expressions. In recent years, Shiba Inu has replaced the Siberian Husky as the master of memes.

2, Size.
Akita Inu is a large breed, while Shiba Inu is medium-sized. When Akita Inu and Shiba Inu play together, it’s an indescribable feeling; you can imagine the sight of a large and a small dog facing each other.

3, Personality
Akita Inu is more aggressive and may show aggression when seeing other dogs. Previously, Abe gifted Putin an Akita Inu, and when Abe saw the dog again, this dog actually barked aggressively at Abe.
On the other hand, Shiba Inu is lively, active, and loves to be cute. It is suitable for ordinary families to raise and has hidden playful ways of squishing its face, depending on when you can unlock them.

4, Look at the Smile
The Shiba Inu’s smile is a very warm smile, with diverse expressions that can be playful or mocking.
As for the Akita Inu, it is only honest and simple.

So, if you like cute and playful dogs, you can choose to raise a Shiba Inu; if you prefer naive and simple dogs, you can raise an Akita Inu. Everyone has their own preference.