Akita Breed Information

Akita

Weight:

dogs 85 - 120 lbs (40 - 55 kg), bitches 70 - 100 lbs (32 - 45 kg)

Height:

dogs 25 - 28 ins (64 - 70 cm), bitches 23 - 25 ins (58 - 64 cm)

Color:

any color, including white, pinto, or brindle

Temperament:

The Akita is highly intelligent, fearless, and spontaneous. They thrive on human companionship. They are extremely loyal to their family and those they know, but are wary and aloof of strangers. They are exceedingly protective of their family, their territory, and of their food. They are particularly aggressive toward other dogs and pets. Akitas are not recommended for the novice dog owner, or owners who are placid and submissive.

Grooming:

The Akita requires quite a bit of grooming. They should be groomed daily with a firm bristle brush. Avoid regular baths as bathing can remove the natural waterproofing of their coat.

Training:

The Akita is very intelligent dog that should be socialized and obedience trained from an early age. They are a dominant breed of dog that needs to learn from an early age to respect you as a leader. They don’t respond to harsh and heavy-handed training. They respond well to kindness, firmness, fairness and consistency.

Exercise:

Akitas are a large breed that requires only a moderate amount of exercise. They make exellent house pets.

Life Expectancy:

about 10 - 12 years

Litter Size:

average 8 - 9 puppies

Country of origin:

Japan

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