Akita Breed Info

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Akita are originated from Japan
Size: max: 28 inches (H) & 130 pounds (W)
Color: sesame, red, fawn, brindle, pinto and pure white. All except white have muzzle or blaze
Coat: double coat: soft, thick, short undercoat with harsh, straight outer coat
Personality: courageous, loyal, affectionate, alert, wary with strangers, can be stubborn sometimes
Care: daily grooming, training, socialization, leashed, fenced yard
Known health problem: hip and elbow dysplasia, autoimmune disorders, degenerative myelopathy, hypothyroidism
Group: working dogs

Good with children? yes
Good with other pets? can be aggressive toward other dogs

The Akita dogs are large breed that originally came from Japan. They were used as hunting dogs, and called matagi inu.
The size of these dogs were not as large as modern Akita dogs. Some were also used as guard dogs for royal emperors and their families.

Akitas are not recommended choice for novice or inexperienced owners. Akita's owner must be assertive in training and showing the dog its place in the pack. Experience and knowledge of dog behavior is essential. These dogs are generally wary of strangers and other animals, thus early socialization is necessary to avoid undesirable aggression. They have a tendency to be dominant and territorial toward other dogs, therefore they should never be taken to off-leash dog parks.
Another consideration is their large size as the dog can be difficult to restrain physically.

Akitas are good, docile, and devoted to their human families. They are good protectors of children in the family, but will not necessarily be friendly to other children, especially if teased. Due to their size, supervision of pets and children is always necessary.

Akita dogs are highly pack oriented, they may become stressful if left alone for too long, and may develop some behavior problems.

Training an Akita requires a great amount of patience because the dog can get bored easily and sometimes becomes stubborn. They are highly intelligent, and will only obey a task if they see the point of it. They are not trick dogs. The dog will respond to a firm, persistence and loving command.

Taking Care of Akita Dogs

Akitas are generally quiet and will not unnecessarily bark. They require moderate amount of daily exercise. Due to the thickness of their coat, the breed requires daily grooming. During the warm weather the coat will also shed heavily. The Akita needs an experienced and firm owner in a rural or suburban home.