| To begin with we will give you some basic info on | | | | not bark excessively. Seeing that the Akitas love |
| the breed and them move on to other areas of | | | | human companionship, they will not stand out in |
| this excellent dog. | | | | an environment where both owners work. It is |
| Breed group: Working | | | | advised that potential owners have some |
| Weight: Males 75-120 lbs, Females 75-110 lbs | | | | experience in dog ownership as this breed can |
| Height: Males 26-28 inches, Females 24-26 inches | | | | show some aggression toward other dogs. The |
| Overview | | | | Akita is quick to respond, very noble and also a |
| The Akita originated from the Akita region in | | | | very brave dog. |
| Japan, and this breed is more than 3000 years old. | | | | Care |
| The Akita has captured the hearts of the | | | | Akitas require a fair amount of grooming in order |
| Japanese people for many years now. Akitas are | | | | to keep their coats in a good condition. These |
| seen as the national dogs of Japan where they | | | | dogs should be brushed with a hair brush daily. A |
| have also been selected as a Natural Monument. | | | | gentle shampoo should be used to bathe these |
| This breed is used as guard dogs, fighting dogs | | | | dogs with, but only when really necessary. If the |
| and hunters - and also to perform army and | | | | shampoo is not gentle enough, it might strip their |
| guard work. The Akita is a very good hunting | | | | coats from its natural oils. |
| dog, and they are also able to hunt in deep snow. | | | | Training |
| Akitas captured the hearts of the Japanese | | | | Akitas should have thorough training sessions. It is |
| people | | | | vital for these dogs to be submitted to sufficient |
| Temperament | | | | socialization and obedience training. It is also very |
| This is a breed that thrives on human attention. | | | | important that the owners of these dogs establish |
| The Akita is a very loyal dog - but they can be | | | | their dominance; otherwise these dogs will try to |
| wary of strangers at times. Akitas are bright | | | | take control. The Akita will not do well if there are |
| dogs that do not show a lot of fear. This is a dog | | | | treated in a heavy-handed manner. These dogs |
| that will protect its family and territory fiercely - | | | | should be handled in a patient and kind manner |
| and they can be very aggressive towards other | | | | that is also steady. Akitas are fairly easy to |
| animals. These dogs do very well as guard dogs, | | | | housetrain. |
| but owners will be happy to know that they do | | | | |