
Akita
A.K.A. :Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita, Great Japanese Dog
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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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 |
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Akita Puppies
$1,500

JMC Brown are Akita breeders located in Atlanta, GA. We are a small kennel, but what we lack in size, we make up in heart. We are commited to producing healthy Akitas with superb...
Beautiful pure breed Akita puppies
$1,200

Females are $1,000.00. Males are $1,200.00. Both parents are AKC, both have Grand Champions and multiple champions in blood line.
American Akita
$2,000

American akita puppies litter of 7. 3 Girls 4 Boys
Akita puppies
$1,000

Puppies will be up to date on vaccinations, deworming. They will also include AKC registration, health guarantee, vet check, puppy pack with a bandana collar. Puppies are home...
9 weeks ready for homes now
$1,000

I have 4 purebred American akita puppies, 3 male 1 female. Please be knowledgeable about Akita’s. Please TEXT me if you have any questions or would like more information at 816...
American Akita
$2,200

This Beautiful girl is very attentive and observant. Gambit's playful demeanor will warm your heart. Comes with 1 year health guarantee, training crate, bag of puppy food and...
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Oakley - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to maintain social distancing requirements, appointments are required. Please EMAIL apassionforpawsgmail and...
Baloo - Akita Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita. Sweet Baloo is an 8yr old Akita mix weighing 91lbs. This gentle giant loves to play and get back scratches! Baloo loves to snuggle and he also can entertain...
Logan - Akita Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita. Logan is quite a charmer! He already has a fan club in his foster's neighborhood. He loves meeting new people, wanting to follow them on his leash walks,...
Jett - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to maintain social distancing requirements, appointments are required. Please EMAIL apassionforpawsgmail and...
Alita - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to maintain social distancing requirements, appointments are required. Please EMAIL apassionforpawsgmail and...
Pistol - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to maintain social distancing requirements, appointments are required. Please EMAIL apassionforpawsgmail and...
Roshi - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to maintain social distancing requirements, appointments are required. Please EMAIL apassionforpawsgmail and...
Reece - Akita (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita (short coat). Reece is like no Akita we've ever met. She is kind of goofy, very playful, easygoing and a very happy girl. She gets along with other...
Buckley - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to maintain social distancing requirements, appointments are required. Please EMAIL apassionforpawsgmail and...
Zoe - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to maintain social distancing requirements, appointments are required. Please EMAIL apassionforpawsgmail and...
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