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Border Collie Akita Mix
A Border Collie Akita mix is a cross between a Border Collie and a Akita. Most grow into large dogs of 50–90 lb and live 11–14 years.
Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.
How big does a Border Collie Akita Mix get?
Pounds. The dark band is where most Border Collie Akita Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.
Height runs 21–25 inches at the shoulder, against 18–22 in for the Border Collie and 24–28 in for the Akita.
Coat, energy and training
Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.
The Border Collie rates very high and the Akita very high; a puppy may lean either way.
Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.
Temperament
The Border Collie is usually described as affectionate, smart, energetic. The Akita as courageous, dignified, profoundly loyal. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.
Border Collie vs Akita vs the mix
| Trait | Border Collie | Border Collie Akita Mix | Akita |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 30–55 lb | 50–90 lb | 70–130 lb |
| Height | 18–22 in | 21–25 in | 24–28 in |
| Lifespan | 12–15 yr | 11–14 yr | 10–13 yr |
| Shedding | moderate | moderate | moderate |
| Energy | very high | very high | high |
| Group | Herding | mixed | Working |
Questions about the Border Collie Akita Mix
- How big does a Border Collie Akita Mix get?
- Most grow to 50–90 pounds and 21–25 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 30–130 pounds.
- How long does a Border Collie Akita Mix live?
- A typical lifespan is 11–14 years, the midpoint of the Border Collie (12–15 years) and the Akita (10–13 years).
- Does a Border Collie Akita Mix shed?
- Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
- Is a Border Collie Akita Mix easy to train?
- Trainability is very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.
Other Border Collie mixes
- German Shepherd Border Collie Mix
- Border Collie Australian Shepherd Mix
- Border Collie Blue Heeler Mix
- Borador
- Golden Retriever Border Collie Mix
- Bordoodle
- Border Collie Great Pyrenees Mix
- Husky Border Collie Mix
- Corgi Border Collie Mix
- Chihuahua Border Collie Mix
Other Akita mixes
- German Shepherd Akita Mix
- Husky Akita Mix
- Pit Bull Akita Mix
- Lab Akita Mix
- Poodle Akita Mix
- Golden Retriever Akita Mix
- Cane Corso Akita Mix
- Akita Belgian Malinois Mix
- Great Pyrenees Akita Mix
- Akita Shiba Inu Mix
Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.