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A.K.A. : Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita, Great Japanese Dog
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A.K.A. :Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita, Great Japanese Dog

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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

Male American Akita

$2,400
Akita Puppy for sale in GRANTS PASS, OR, USA Green collar bo

Akita

Male, 4 Weeks Old

USA GRANTS PASS, OR, USA

Date listed: 05/09/2025

Tags: Oregon dogs Oregon puppy(s) Akita Oregon good with kids dog breed

Big bear head beautiful bure bre AKC American Akita male available. Will go home current on vaccinations and routine worming, vet check and socialized with children.

AKC Akita For Sale Millersburg OH Male

$1,000
Akita Puppy for sale in MILLERSBURG, OH, USA Atticus

Akita

Male, 9 Weeks Old

USA MILLERSBURG, OH, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: Akita AKC male Ohio dogs Ohio puppy(s) Akita Ohio good with kids dog breed

Am I adorable or what?! I'm an AKC Registered Akita puppy. My coat is super soft, and I look and feel like a stuffed teddy bear! I'm up to date on my vaccinations, and dewormer,...

AKC Akita For Sale Millersburg OH Male

$1,000
Akita Puppy for sale in MILLERSBURG, OH, USA Daffy

Akita

Male, 9 Weeks Old

USA MILLERSBURG, OH, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: AKC Akita Ohio dogs Ohio puppy(s) Akita Ohio good with kids dog breed

Am I adorable or what?! I'm an AKC Registered Akita puppy. My coat is super soft, and I look and feel like a stuffed teddy bear! I'm up to date on my vaccinations, and dewormer,...

AKC Akita For Sale Millersburg OH Male

$1,000
Akita Puppy for sale in MILLERSBURG, OH, USA Dallas

Akita

Male, 9 Weeks Old

USA MILLERSBURG, OH, USA

Date listed: 05/06/2025

Tags: Akita male Ohio dogs Ohio puppy(s) Akita Ohio good with kids dog breed

Am I adorable or what?! I'm an AKC Registered Akita puppy. My coat is super soft, and I look and feel like a stuffed teddy bear! I'm up to date on my vaccinations, and dewormer,...

AKC Akita For Sale Millersburg OH Male

$1,000
Akita Puppy for sale in MILLERSBURG, OH, USA Zeus

Akita

Male, 9 Weeks Old

USA MILLERSBURG, OH, USA

Date listed: 05/06/2025

Tags: Akita AKC Ohio dogs Ohio puppy(s) Akita Ohio good with kids dog breed

Am I adorable or what?! I'm an AKC Registered Akita puppy. My coat is super soft, and I look and feel like a stuffed teddy bear! I'm up to date on my vaccinations, and dewormer,...

AKC Akita For Sale Millersburg OH Female

$1,000
Akita Puppy for sale in MILLERSBURG, OH, USA Asha

Akita

Female, 9 Weeks Old

USA MILLERSBURG, OH, USA

Date listed: 05/06/2025

Tags: AKC Akita Ohio dogs Ohio puppy(s) Akita Ohio good with kids dog breed

Am I adorable or what?! I'm an AKC Registered Akita puppy. My coat is super soft, and I look and feel like a stuffed teddy bear! I'm up to date on my vaccinations, and dewormer,...

AKC Akita For Sale Millersburg OH Female

$1,000
Akita Puppy for sale in MILLERSBURG, OH, USA Holly

Akita

Female, 9 Weeks Old

USA MILLERSBURG, OH, USA

Date listed: 05/06/2025

Tags: Akita AKC Ohio dogs Ohio puppy(s) Akita Ohio good with kids dog breed

Am I adorable or what?! I'm an AKC Registered Akita puppy. My coat is super soft, and I look and feel like a stuffed teddy bear! I'm up to date on my vaccinations, and dewormer,...

AKC Akita For Sale Millersburg OH Female

$1,000
Akita Puppy for sale in MILLERSBURG, OH, USA Sky

Akita

Female, 9 Weeks Old

USA MILLERSBURG, OH, USA

Date listed: 05/06/2025

Tags: Akita female AKC Ohio dogs Ohio puppy(s) Akita Ohio good with kids dog breed

Am I adorable or what?! I'm an AKC Registered Akita puppy. My coat is super soft, and I look and feel like a stuffed teddy bear! I'm up to date on my vaccinations, and dewormer,...

AKC Akita For Sale Millersburg OH Female

$1,000
Akita Puppy for sale in MILLERSBURG, OH, USA Amber

Akita

Female, 9 Weeks Old

USA MILLERSBURG, OH, USA

Date listed: 05/06/2025

Tags: Akita AKC Ohio dogs Ohio puppy(s) Akita Ohio good with kids dog breed

Am I adorable or what?! I'm an AKC Registered Akita puppy. My coat is super soft, and I look and feel like a stuffed teddy bear! I'm up to date on my vaccinations, and dewormer,...

Akita Puppies

$1,750*
Akita Puppy for sale in MANNING, SC, USA Blue Thunder

Akita

Male, 6 Weeks Old

USA MANNING, SC, USA

Date listed: 05/05/2025

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Healthy, socialized, and playful Akita puppies. Characteristic to this breed, these puppies will be loyal, and protective companions.

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OSO - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in San Antonio, TX, USA OSO

Akita

Male, Adult

USA San Antonio, TX, USA

Date listed: 05/14/2025

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Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat).

OSA - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in San Antonio, TX, USA OSA

Akita

Female, Adult

USA San Antonio, TX, USA

Date listed: 05/14/2025

Tags: Akita Dogs for adoption in San Antonio, TX, USA

Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat).

Twinkle - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA Twinkle

Akita

Female, Adult

USA Pottstown, PA, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA

Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat). Twinkle is a young female dog with a shy but friendly personality who is looking for her forever home. Twinkle is a very sweet dog who loves to...

Kylie - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA Kylie

Akita

Female, Young

USA Pottstown, PA, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA

Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat). Kylie has been at the ranch since she was 8 months old. She is an energetic girly who loves to play in the yard. Kylie is currently working on...

Tummo - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA Tummo

Akita

Male, Adult

USA Pottstown, PA, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA

Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat). Tummo is a strikingly athletic, brave, and dignified dog. He is loyal to those he trusts, independent, and friendly. He's also protective...

Toshi - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA Toshi

Akita

Male, Adult

USA Pottstown, PA, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA

Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat). . Hey there, I'm Toshi! If you're looking for a big teddy bear of a dog, look no further. I'm an athletic, brave, and...

Von - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA Von

Akita

Male, Adult

USA Pottstown, PA, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA

Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat). Von is a loving pup who is eager to find his forever home. He's a smart and loyal dog who loves to show affection and be gentle around his...

Chance - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA Chance

Akita

Male, Senior

USA Pottstown, PA, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA

Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat). Adoption Fee: 250.00. sight impaired Meet Chance! He is a quiet and independent senior dog. He is the perfect couch companion, just looking for...

Meli - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA Meli

Akita

Female, Young

USA Pottstown, PA, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA

Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat). Meli is a very dignified dog with a quiet and independent spirit. She is not a fan of other dogs but has a lot of love to give to her human...

Boris - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

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Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA Boris

Akita

Male, Senior

USA Pottstown, PA, USA

Date listed: 05/07/2025

Tags: Akita Dogs for adoption in Pottstown, PA, USA

Dog Breed: Akita (medium coat). Adoption Fee: 250.00. Boris is a loving and friendly senior dog. He is a gentle giant and a true survivor. This incredibly sweet dog was found...

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Member since: 12/21/2024

Apexx Akitas

Akita Dog Breeder near SUSSEX, NJ, USA

Welcome! “Movement, size and type, charming temperament and a Flashy disposition that pleases the eye are among the characteristics of our breeding program. However we...

Breeds: Akita

USA SUSSEX, NJ, USA

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Member since: 08/16/2022

Stunning purebred Akita pups

Akita Dog Breeder near STRAFFORD, MO, USA

Akitas have been in my family for 17 years. I bred them for about 5 years. After my favorite dog in the world passed away from old age, I was able to find one of his offspring...

Breeds: Akita

USA STRAFFORD, MO, USA

Tags: Akita pup Pure bred akita American akita Adorable puppy

Member since: 05/13/2016

Purebred Akitas

Akita Dog Breeder near FRESNO, OH, USA

We live in the rolling hills of central Ohio where we raise purebred Akita Puppies. We have 4 females and all our puppies have been family raised with lots of love and attention....

Breeds: Akita

USA FRESNO, OH, USA

Tags: Akita puppies in Ohio Purebred Akitas Akita AKC Akita puppies ACA Akita puppies

Member since: 02/05/2025

EMs K9s

Chinese Shar-Pei Dog Breeder near BALTIMORE, MD, USA

Actively committed to raising structured, healthy and sound dogs with the goal to consistently improve on this agenda.

Breeds: Chinese Shar-Pei (+2)

USA BALTIMORE, MD, USA

Current Ads (2)

Tags: Chinese Shar-Pei Dog Breeder near BALTIMORE, MD, USA

Member since: 02/20/2024

Find Your Perfect Companion at The Browns Akitas

Akita Dog Breeder near MCDONOUGH, GA, USA

Welcome to The Browns Akitas, where we specialize in raising beautiful American Akita puppies with love and care. Our kennel is dedicated to providing our puppies with the proper...

Breeds: Akita

USA MCDONOUGH, GA, USA

Tags: American Akitas Akitas Akita Puppy puppies curl tail

Member since: 12/10/2022

Day Dream Akitas

Akita Dog Breeder near NEWBERRY, MI, USA

Raising in home under foot,OFA health tested, AKC conformation Champion parents (for over 20 years) it’s more then a passion it’s a way of life. We understand...

Breeds: Akita (+1)

USA NEWBERRY, MI, USA

Tags: Available American Akita also Available shiba inu

Member since: 09/15/2022

LTown Akitas

Akita Dog Breeder near LINCOLNTON, NC, USA

AKC registered Akita in NC

Breeds: Akita

USA LINCOLNTON, NC, USA

Tags: Akita Dog Breeder near LINCOLNTON, NC, USA

Member since: 07/08/2022

Apollo Goodwin

Akita Dog Breeder near LOUISVILLE, KY, USA

Hi my name is Kameron! Me and my partner in crime Apollo; are looking to breed with other female Akita’s!

Breeds: Akita

USA LOUISVILLE, KY, USA

Tags: Akita studs Apollo Japanese Akita

Member since: 02/24/2025

Akita Litter

Akita Dog Breeder near HUTCHINSON, MN, USA

7 puppies (3 males and 4 females)

Breeds: Akita

USA HUTCHINSON, MN, USA

Tags: Akita Dog Breeder near HUTCHINSON, MN, USA

Member since: 01/19/2025

Family raised Japanese Akitas

Akita Dog Breeder near UXBRIDGE, MA, USA

At Akira no Isan, we believe in the beauty of family, and our Akitas are no exception. Our sire, Akira, inspired us to begin this incredible journey. Akira is the most gentle and...

Breeds: Akita

USA UXBRIDGE, MA, USA

Tags: Uxbridge Ma Akita Puppies Family raised puppies Japanese Akita puppy Akitas for adoption Purebred Akitas

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