Introduction:
The Akita was developed in the country of Japan. The Akita is a working breed. Today it is used as a guardian dog. The life span of Akita is about 12 years. The other names used for Akita is Great Japanese Dog (Obsolete), Japanese Akita. It is also called as Akita as its nickname. It is the national dog of Japan.
Origin / History:
The Akita is very alert and intelligent dog. They are very calm and powerful in nature. They are quite dogs who will bark only when they feel it is necessary. Akita makes people relaxed and calm. It is described as the “cat like” for their odorless, because it is a very clean dog. Akita is very protective dog that protects the children. It takes care of the children very well. They prove to be a good companion pets with cats and other dogs.
Physical Appearance:
The height of the Male Akita is 26-28 inches (66-71 cm) and the weight is 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg). The height of the Female Akita is 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) and the weight is 75-110pounds (34-50 kg). The Akita is a large, heavy, muscular and well balanced dog. It is longer than it is tall. They have small, dark and triangular shaped eyes. The nose is dark. The ears are small and erect. They have long size tail that is carried over the back in a single or a double curl. The colors of the Akita are white, brindle and pinto (white with large, evenly placed patches). Any color is allowed. It has powerful, thick legs.
Health Concerns:
Akitas are prone to hip dysplasia, thyroid both hypothyroid and autoimmune thyroiditis, immune diseases like VKH and Pemphigus, skin problems like SA and eyes (PRA, Micro, entropion) patella and other problems with the knee.
Grooming:
Regular brushing with infrequent bath is recommended. Regular exercise should be given to Akita as it is an athletic dog.
Cost:
The cost of purchasing this breed is $ 1000 USD
Advantages:
The Akita was developed in the country of Japan. The Akita is a working breed. Today it is used as a guardian dog. The life span of Akita is about 12 years. The other names used for Akita is Great Japanese Dog (Obsolete), Japanese Akita. It is also called as Akita as its nickname. It is the national dog of Japan.
Origin / History:
- The ancestors of the Akita were for hunting by matagi, or a hunter from the Tohoko region
- The name Akita comes from the Akita Prefecture, located in the Tohoko region
- It is believed that the Akita was originated from this particular area
- It is one of the seven breeds that Japan has designated national monuments
The Akita is very alert and intelligent dog. They are very calm and powerful in nature. They are quite dogs who will bark only when they feel it is necessary. Akita makes people relaxed and calm. It is described as the “cat like” for their odorless, because it is a very clean dog. Akita is very protective dog that protects the children. It takes care of the children very well. They prove to be a good companion pets with cats and other dogs.
Physical Appearance:
The height of the Male Akita is 26-28 inches (66-71 cm) and the weight is 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg). The height of the Female Akita is 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) and the weight is 75-110pounds (34-50 kg). The Akita is a large, heavy, muscular and well balanced dog. It is longer than it is tall. They have small, dark and triangular shaped eyes. The nose is dark. The ears are small and erect. They have long size tail that is carried over the back in a single or a double curl. The colors of the Akita are white, brindle and pinto (white with large, evenly placed patches). Any color is allowed. It has powerful, thick legs.
Health Concerns:
Akitas are prone to hip dysplasia, thyroid both hypothyroid and autoimmune thyroiditis, immune diseases like VKH and Pemphigus, skin problems like SA and eyes (PRA, Micro, entropion) patella and other problems with the knee.
Grooming:
Regular brushing with infrequent bath is recommended. Regular exercise should be given to Akita as it is an athletic dog.
Cost:
The cost of purchasing this breed is $ 1000 USD
Advantages:
- It is the ideal pet to own if you suffer stress
- Very clean dogs
- Gentle with children
- Akitas become aggressive with other dogs
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