Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal

Curious
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing

Jarkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Akita Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Avoid Jarkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Akita Shepherds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Japanese Chin and Yorkshire Terrier

German Shepherd and Akita

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

Mid 1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Blue
White
Sable
Brown

Brindle
White
Silver
Fawn
Black
Red
Brown
Sable
Gray

Jarkies are known for their coat length.

Akita Shepherds have medium-length coats.

A Jarkie can have a litter of 4-6 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.

An Akita Shepherd can have a litter of 3-12 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.

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Von Willebrand's Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy
Congenital Heart Defect
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Ectropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Cushing's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Pemphigus
Sebaceous Adenitis
Pannus
Perianal Fistulas
Hemophilia
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Urinalysis

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
Dna For Vwd
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Full Body Physical Examination

Jarkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Akita Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Jarkies require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Akita Shepherds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Jarkies have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Akita Shepherds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Affection, Walk, Cuddlimg, Play, Love, Kisses, Cuddling

Hike, Run, Fetch, Hikes, Walk, K9 scent work, Smart, Playful, Endless energy, Sweet, Swim, Running, Swimming, Walking, Skateboarding, Hiking, Play, Play keep away, Tug-of-war, Nap, Cuddling, Bird watching, Tag

Jarkies are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Jarkie dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Akita Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jarkie, it's at least 2 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 Akita Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jarkies usually need at least 30 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 Akita Shepherds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Jarkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Ideally, Jarkie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Akita Shepherd should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Jarkie feed 0.5 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 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Akita Shepherd feed 2.5 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 Jarkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Akita Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jarkie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 an Akita Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

Jarkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Jarkies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

Akita Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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