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Large, powerful and stands proud. Small ears and dark eyes with a thick plush coat. Can be white, brindle or pinto.
Akitas can suffer from entropian when young, but they can grow out of it. Also, cerebellar hypoplasia and umbilical hernias are not uncommon.
Dwarfism, nervous and auto-immune diseases and hip dysplasia.
Akitas are intelligent dogs, but they need to be controlled. They need a firm, but loving, discipline. Akitas react badly to harsh methods of discipline. They are very loyal dogs. Generally they do not mix well with children or other animals. Akitas make good guard dogs.
Akitas don't have an enormous appetite, but they will eat almost anything!
At least 2 hours a day, they are very muscular dogs. They have strong hunting instincts and therefore should always be kept on a lead.
Akitas moult heavily, so regular brushing is recommended.
Akitas were bred in Japan in the 17th century.
Just after WW1 they were so rare, they were protected.
False 'heat' cycles are common with Akitas.
Average Dog Size
26
Average Dog Weight
75
Average Bitch Size
24
Average Bitch Weight
75
Average Life Expectancy
9-15, 15 is quite common.