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Akita

4.4 (9 reviews)Japan#47
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Key Takeaways

  • Large breed belonging to the Working Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Heavy shedder that requires frequent grooming and regular coat maintenance.

Quick Facts

Group

Working Dogs

Size

Large

Life Span

10-14 years

Popularity

#47

Puppy Price

$800-$1200

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Frequent

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

American AkitaJapanese AkitaGreat Japanese Dog
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⚖️Akita Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Grooming Requirements:Low grooming requirements, easy care

  • Training Difficulty:Highly trainable, great for first-time owners

  • Affection Level:Exceptionally devoted and affectionate

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

  • Child Compatibility:Excellent with children, patient and gentle

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Shedding Level:Very heavy shedding, high maintenance

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:High exercise needs, requires active lifestyle

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$800-$1200

If you choose to purchase the Akita, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Akita for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Akita gets to a happy place.

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Availability

5/5

Availability

Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

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History

Akita is an ancient Japanese, originating from the island of Honshu in Japan. The dog was bred for hunt bigger wild animals such as bear, moose and wild boar. They allegedly fought alongside the samurai. The Japanese government declared the breed as a national treasure in 1931.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry
American Canine Association
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Akita is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Akita requires minimal grooming, just basic brushing and occasional baths.

The Akita sheds excessively throughout the year, requiring daily grooming and cleanup.

highly energetic and requires several hours of exercise and mental stimulation daily, making the Akita perfect for active families.

highly trainable and eager to please, making the Akita ideal for first-time dog owners who want a responsive companion.

The Akita is excellent with children, patient and gentle, making it a perfect family companion.

The Akita is generally good with other dogs when properly socialized.

The Akita requires high levels of daily exercise, including long walks, runs, or active play.

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Akita Comments, Reviews and Questions

Luka videos

2023-04-07

I really like akitas

Selena

2022-04-17

You should change this to American Akita cause the American Akita and Japanese Akita are not the same.

Selena

2022-01-20

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Jean Dillman

2021-09-16

Best well train dog I ever own or known

Loren Shinsato

2021-08-24

Akita's are not heavy droolers as this suggests. They are not droolers at all. Maybe messy water drinkers but that's it.

Ryan

2021-06-13

This is all facts, BTW the guys who said akitas don't drool is a fool, mine does it all the time. Your akita just doesn't like the food you give it

Adam

2021-03-21

All is true except Akita do not drool at all, even when dishing their food up the drool is minimal and it's more like clear patches of spit on the floor, seriously I don't know where you heard that they drool but this is wrong

Paige

2020-12-05

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Gareth

2020-04-23

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