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Akita
A.K.A. : Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita, Great Japanese Dog
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Akita
A.K.A. :Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita, Great Japanese Dog
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
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Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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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
Show Puppy
$3,750*
Tina
Akita
Female, 12 Weeks Old
USA NORTHVILLE, MI, USA
Date listed: 05/18/2024
11 week old, pure bred, female available to a show home. Dam is an AKC Champion. Sire is an AKC Grand Champion. Both descendants of Top Five breed Akitas in US.
American Akita
$850*
Sweet Pea
Akita
Male, 16 Weeks Old
USA MOHRSVILLE, PA, USA
Date listed: 05/18/2024
This little guy is a male American Akita, about four months old. He is potty trained, up to date on vaccines, and dewormed. He has been family raised as well as socialized and is...
Akita ACA registered
$895
Lola
Akita
Female, 8 Weeks Old
USA LANCASTER, PA, USA
Date listed: 05/10/2024
Beautiful puppy, come out to see in person....located in Tawneytown, MD
Akita ACA registered
$895
Oreo
Akita
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA LANCASTER, PA, USA
Date listed: 05/10/2024
Beautiful puppy, come out to see in person....located in Tawneytown, MD
Akita ACA registered
$895
Bella
Akita
Female, 8 Weeks Old
USA LANCASTER, PA, USA
Date listed: 05/10/2024
Beautiful puppy, come out to see in person....located in Tawneytown, MD
Akita ACA registered
$895
Zeus
Akita
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA LANCASTER, PA, USA
Date listed: 05/10/2024
Beautiful puppy, come out to see in person....located in Tawneytown, MD
Akita ACA registered
$895
Ziggy
Akita
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA LANCASTER, PA, USA
Date listed: 05/10/2024
Beautiful puppy, come out to see in person....located in Tawneytown, MD
Akita ACA registered
$895
Gemma
Akita
Female, 8 Weeks Old
USA LANCASTER, PA, USA
Date listed: 05/10/2024
Beautiful puppy, come out to see in person....located in Tawneytown, MD
Akita ACA registered
$895
Reba
Akita
Female, 8 Weeks Old
USA LANCASTER, PA, USA
Date listed: 05/10/2024
Beautiful puppy, come out to see in person....located in Tawneytown, MD
American Akitas
$1,750
Litter of 4
Akita
Male(s) and Female(s), 3 Weeks Old
USA EAST PEORIA, IL, USA
Date listed: 05/09/2024
The puppies are becoming socialized as they begin growing waiting on their furever homes. They all come Vet. checked. The puppies in this litter are from AKC Registered parents...
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Joy - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Joy
Akita
Female, Senior
USA Pottstown, PA, USA
Date listed: 03/06/2024
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Joy was used as a Puppy Mill momma in Lancaster PA and was humanely surrendered to SafeHaven Animal Rescue Team in 2021. She is being Fostered...
SELENA - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
SELENA
Akita
Female, Baby
USA Orange, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat).
KANOA - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
KANOA
Akita
Male, Adult
USA Berkeley , CA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat).
Taffy - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Taffy
Akita
Female, Young
USA Spring Lake, NC, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Adoption Fee: $400. TAFFY is a 4 YO, 65 LB Akita Taffy was found wandering the roads, starving and frightened. Today, she is recovering like a...
FENNICK - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
FENNICK
Akita
Male, Baby
USA Lee's Summit, MO, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Adoption Fee: $135 Includes: Spay/Neuter, Rabies, Microchip, DA2PP, Pyrantel, Nasal Bordatella Age: 3 months old Weight: 11.6 lbs If you are...
Penelope - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Penelope
Akita
Female, Adult
USA Pottstown, PA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Penelope, Gordo and Nena were pulled from Ft. Worth. She does not like Cats. Interested in adopting? Adoption Application:...
Alice - Akita (short coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Alice
Akita
Female, Adult
USA Pottstown, PA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Akita (short coat). Adoption Fee: 500. Interested in adopting? Adoption Application: form.jotform/222314529153147
Boris - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Boris
Akita
Male, Adult
USA Pottstown, PA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat). Boris was picked up as a stray walking down one of the most dangerous highways in California (Pacific Coast Highway) with another pup. Scary for...
LULU - Akita (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
LULU
Akita
Female, Adult
USA Modesto, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Akita (medium coat).
Makato - Akita Dog For Adoption
FOR ADOPTION
Makato
Akita
Male, Young
USA Vail, AZ, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Akita. Our adoption fee is $425 for all breeds and all ages. This fee helps to defray the costs for general vet costs, training, supplies and transportation. We are...
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