Akita Dog Price

The Akita is the largest of Japan’s native breeds. It is a member of the spitz family, originally used for bear hunting, but at one point in history it was crossed with Tosas and Mastiffs to increase its size and value as a fighting dog. When dog fighting was prohibited in 1908, the breed was preserved and improved as a large Japanese breed.

During World War II, the breed was nearly lost, and following the war, due to crossbreeding, the Akitas that remained were of three distinct types. Akitas of the Dewa lines, which had characteristics from Mastiff and German Shepherd crosses, were brought to the United States by members of the Military Forces.

These dogs fascinated American dog fanciers and the breed rose quickly in popularity. Akitas in the United States developed as a type unique to this country and they are now quite different than the breed in its country of origin.

Description

This is a large and powerful breed, with much substance and heavy bone; it is slightly longer than tall. The Akita’s build reflects its original job of hunting big game through deep snow and rugged terrain. Its double coat consists of a dense undercoat and a straight, harsh, outer coat about 2 inches or less in length standing off from the body. Such a combination provides ample insulation from water and weather. Its gait is brisk and powerful. The Akita is a versatile dog of large spitz type. It is able to perform as a hunting companion and protector.

As befitting its spitz-like heritage, the Akita is bold, independent, stubborn and tenacious. Demonstrative to its family, it is utterly devoted and will protect family members. It is reserved with strangers and can be aggressive toward other dogs. It can be domineering. Though not the breed for everyone, in the right hands the Akita is an excellent companion

Features of Akita Dog

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  • The Akita can aggressive with other dogs and is especially prone to same-sex aggression. They’ll need socialization training to overcome these tendencies.
  • The Akita is not a good choice for first-time dog owners.
  • Positive socialization and consistent, firm training are essential for the Akita. If he is mishandled or mistreated, they often respond by becoming aggressive.
  • The Akita will chase other pets in the house if not trained properly.
  • The Akita sheds a lot!
  • Prolonged eye contact is considered a challenge by the Akita, and they may respond aggressively.
  • Training the willful Akita can be challenging and requires understanding, experience, and patience. It’s best to work with a trainer familiar with the breed, but be sure to be involved in the training, yourself.

Specification of Akita Dog

HEIGHT24-28 inches
WEIGHT70-130 pounds
LIFE SPAN10-13 years
BREED SIZElarge (61-100 lbs.)
GOOD WITHchildren seniors families
TEMPERAMENTgentle willful aloof
INTELLIGENCEhigh
SHEDDING AMOUNTseasonal
EXERCISE NEEDSmedium
ENERGY LEVELcalm
BARKING LEVELquiet
DROOL AMOUNTmedium
BREED GROUPworking
COAT LENGTH/TEXTURElong
COLORSblackgrayredbluecreamwhitefawngold / yellowbrown / chocolate / liver
PATTERNSbicolortricolorbrindleliver and tanblack and tanblue and tan
OTHER TRAITSeasy to trainrequires lots of groomingprone to health issueshighly territorialhigh prey drivehigh potential for weight gaincold weather tolerantstrong loyalty tendencies

Prices of Akita Dog

 $1,000.00 – $2,500.00

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