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Akita
A.K.A. : Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita, Great Japanese Dog
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Akita
A.K.A. :Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita, Great Japanese Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
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| Overview: | The Akita was developed to hunt bears in Japan and, as such, is a great guard dog. They're strong and loyal, often employed by police for active duty. |
| Breed Group: | Working |
| Weight (lbs): | male:85-130, female:65-110 |
| Height (in): | male:25-28, female:23-26 |
| Colors: | Any color, including white, pinto, or brindle. |
| Coat: | The hair is straight and coarse, and the undercoat is soft and dense. |
| Character: | Akitas are intelligent and calm. Though great watch dogs, they bark infrequently. |
| Temperament: | This breed prefers not to have other dogs in the family. There may be problems if they do not become acquainted with cats and other household pets early in life. They get along with children that are respectful of their space. |
| Care: | The Akita is a shedder. At least twice a year, groom it with a metal-toothed comb. |
| Training: | A good deal of patience and persistence is required when training this breed. |
| Activity: | Akitas are able to adjust to your schedule. Daily walks are good, but they seem to handle foregoing a walk, if needed. |
| Country of Origin: | Japan |
| Health Issue: | This breed is prone to hip dysplasia, thyroid problems, immune diseases, skin problems, eye, and knee problems. |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-12 |
Akita Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Pure Bred Akita Puppies
$750
Fluffy, adorable and playful. Full Blooded Akita puppies! These puppies are three weeks old. They will be ready for their new homes the weekend before Christmas. Akitas are easy...
Akita puppies
$800
Akita puppies. First round of shots given. Almost potty trained. Sweet and lovable puppies.
American Akita Puppies
$700*
Will come with first shots and deworming. Deposit of $200 which will be taken off of full price.
AKC AMERICAN AKITAS
$1,600
WE HAVE 1 MALE AND 4 FEMALE AMERICAN AKITAS THAT ARE AKC REGISTERED. BOTH PARENTS HAVE ALL REQUIRED HEALTH CERTIFICATIONS REQUESTED BY THE PARENT CLUB. WE HAVE DETAILED RECORDS OF...
AKC Registered Akita pups
$400*
Gorgeous pups born 9.6.2019; two females left for sale.
Akc Akita Puppies
$950
These adorable akc registered Akita puppies are looking for their forever family. They are ready to go home with their forever family December 23 just in time for Christmas! They...
AKC Akita Puppy Champion bloodlines
$995
Come and meet the most snugly puppy ever! Moses is sweet and full of kisses. He loves to play with his friends and is also used to playing with children. Akita's are beautiful,...
AKC Akita Puppy Champion bloodlines
$995
Come and meet the most snugly puppy ever! Maverick is sweet and full of kisses. He loves to play with his friends and is also used to playing with children. Akita's are beautiful,...
AKC Akita Puppy Champion bloodlines
$995
Come and meet the most snugly puppy ever! Maxwell is sweet and full of kisses. He loves to play with his friends and is also used to playing with children. Akita's are beautiful,...
AKC Akita Puppy Champion bloodlines
$1,295
Come and meet the most snugly puppy ever! Miles is sweet and full of kisses. He loves to play with his friends and is also used to playing with children. Akita's are beautiful,...
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Matoskah - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). 104 lb teddy bear once you earn his trust Matoskah means white bear, and he IS. Happy to have paws on the ground at #AkitaRanch, this big boy...
Anzu - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Foster Anzu is just the cutest thing. She is a petite five YO Japanese Akita who happens to be blind. She is very polite but does love to get...
Zoe - Akita (short coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Akita (short coat). Owner is rehoming her Akita due to moving for a new duty station with the Navy. Zoe is 4 yrs old and currently on her second home. Current...
Terrian - Akita Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Akita. Wait till you hear all about Terrian, whose foster mom states "this handsome boy is a dream. Here we go: Terrian is house trained, crate trained, and can...
Akari - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). ADOPTION APPLICTAION: pregnantdogrescue/dog-adoption-application/ A Cool well rounded Gal! Akari is a 3yr old approx 80lb female Akita we...
Missandei - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). 92 lbs - wants to be an only child Missandei wants a safe, happy place to call home. She is a very friendly girl that loves people....
Kali - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). We have not been graced with her presence for very long. But Kali is very sweet towards humans and very energetic with other dogs. She is a...
Oakley - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). 86 lb Akita boys can still be sensitive Oakley says there's not a word yet for FRIENDS who've just met. He had an injury to his right ear, but...
Diamond - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). 11 month old female, 58 lbs Diamond spent most of her life trapped in a crate and apparently starved. When she arrived at the ranch she...
Ciro - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
For Adoption
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). 90 lb pinto seeking forever home Ciro thinks that happiness is a byproduct of other activities...Adopt him and he'll show you? Ciro...
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