Akita Puppies 

While Akitas may look like warm, cuddly dogs, this breed is often unfriendly towards outsiders.  Obedience training at an early age is required, and exposure to lots of people is highly recommended.  Some Akitas get along well with children when acclimated from an early age, while others never do.  This breed will bark when they perceive a threat and therefore make good watchdogs.

The Akita can be found in many colors and may have solid color coats or patchy coats made from two or more colors, such as white & brindle.  The medium length outer-coat is stiff, while the under-coat is soft, dense and fine in nature. 

Akitas’ coats are easily cared for with a weekly brushing and exercise needs are easily met with a couple of long walks and some playtime each day. 

Descended from a dog that existed about 5,000 years ago, the Akita is named for a province in Japan where noblemen used them for hunting. 

Akita Summary:

Average Height: 24 – 28 inches

Average Weight: 70 – 115 lbs.

Average Life Span: 11 – 13 years 

It’s especially important to find your Akita puppies through a reputable breeder. Akitas are not recommended for inexperienced dog owners, as this breed may be very aggressive towards other dogs. 

Breed-related health concerns include: hypothyroidism, pemphigus foliaceous, hip & elbow dysplasia, hyperthyroidism and sebaceous adenitis.