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German Shepherd Akita Mix
A German Shepherd Akita mix is a cross between a German Shepherd and a Akita. Most grow into large dogs of 60–110 lb and live 8–12 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 German Shepherd Akita Mix get?
Pounds. The dark band is where most German Shepherd Akita Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.
Height runs 23–27 inches at the shoulder, against 22–26 in for the German Shepherd 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 German Shepherd rates very high and the Akita very high; a puppy may lean either way.
Brush a couple of times a week.
Temperament
The German Shepherd is usually described as confident, courageous, smart. 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.
German Shepherd vs Akita vs the mix
| Trait | German Shepherd | German Shepherd Akita Mix | Akita |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 50–90 lb | 60–110 lb | 70–130 lb |
| Height | 22–26 in | 23–27 in | 24–28 in |
| Lifespan | 7–10 yr | 8–12 yr | 10–13 yr |
| Shedding | high | high | moderate |
| Energy | moderate | high | high |
| Group | Herding | mixed | Working |
Questions about the German Shepherd Akita Mix
- How big does a German Shepherd Akita Mix get?
- Most grow to 60–110 pounds and 23–27 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 50–130 pounds.
- How long does a German Shepherd Akita Mix live?
- A typical lifespan is 8–12 years, the midpoint of the German Shepherd (7–10 years) and the Akita (10–13 years).
- Does a German Shepherd Akita Mix shed?
- Shedding is high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
- Is a German Shepherd 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 German Shepherd mixes
- German Shepherd Husky Mix
- Lab German Shepherd Mix
- German Shepherd Pit Bull Mix
- German Shepherd Poodle Mix
- German Shepherd Rottweiler Mix
- German Shepherd Belgian Malinois Mix
- German Shepherd Corgi Mix
- German Shepherd Border Collie Mix
- German Shepherd Doberman Mix
- German Shepherd Great Pyrenees Mix
Other Akita mixes
- 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
- Border Collie Akita 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.