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CLEAR ALLThe American Akita is the larger and more heavily boned of the two types of Akita. They were developed around the mid-20th century from the fighting dogs of Japan. The most obvious difference between the Japanese Akita and the American Akita, aside from their size and structure, is their coat colour. The American Akita is acceptable in all colours, while the Japanese Akita is only allowed to be fawn, sesame, red, brindle, or white. Furthermore, American Akitas can have pinto and black masks, unlike Japanese Akitas. In fact, this is already a disqualification in the show ring for the latter dog breed.
The American Akita belongs to the Utility group of dog breeds and is considered to be the largest breed in that category. Akitas originated in Japan, where they were developed to hunt deer, bears, and wild boar. Sadly, they were also used in fighting competitions because of their size and build.
Akitas are noted for their loyalty and devotion. These affectionate dogs are known to follow their human companions from room to room to keep them company!
However, American Akitas have a domineering streak, particularly with other dogs. They are independent-minded and highly protective of their pack. So, care should be taken when guests enter your home. You will also want to ensure your American Akita has been fully socialised and trained from puppyhood to curb this trait.
When it comes to children, America Akitas are loyal and loving. But of course, all interactions between them should be supervised.
Aside from their extreme loyalty, American Akitas are known for being very clean. They have even been described as cat-like because of their intense cleanliness and lack of the traditional ‘dog smell’.
The American Akita is the larger and more heavily boned of the two types of Akita. They were developed around the mid-20th century from the fighting dogs of Japan. The most obvious difference between the Japanese Akita and the American Akita, aside from their size and structure, is their coat colour. The American Akita is acceptable in all colours, while the Japanese Akita is only allowed to be fawn, sesame, red, brindle, or white. Furthermore, American Akitas can have pinto and black masks, unlike Japanese Akitas. In fact, this is already a disqualification in the show ring for the latter dog breed.
The American Akita belongs to the Utility group of dog breeds and is considered to be the largest breed in that category. Akitas originated in Japan, where they were developed to hunt deer, bears, and wild boar. Sadly, they were also used in fighting competitions because of their size and build.
Akitas are noted for their loyalty and devotion. These affectionate dogs are known to follow their human companions from room to room to keep them company!
However, American Akitas have a domineering streak, particularly with other dogs. They are independent-minded and highly protective of their pack. So, care should be taken when guests enter your home. You will also want to ensure your American Akita has been fully socialised and trained from puppyhood to curb this trait.
When it comes to children, America Akitas are loyal and loving. But of course, all interactions between them should be supervised.
Aside from their extreme loyalty, American Akitas are known for being very clean. They have even been described as cat-like because of their intense cleanliness and lack of the traditional ‘dog smell’.
The Akita is the largest of seven native Japanese dog breeds, and the American version is larger and more heavily boned than the original. They can weigh anywhere between a hefty 36 and 66 kg and stand 60 to 71 cm tall.
These wolf-like large dogs are noticeably muscular with a sturdy body frame and long, robust bones. One key trait of this breed is its large, well-feathered tail, which is set high and often curls over its back.
The Akita's legs are strongly muscled, while their chest is deep and broad with well-sprung ribs. But one physical characteristic you may find surprising about these strong canines is their elegant cat-like feet.
Both the Akita's body and head are large, the latter of which is a blunt triangular shape. They have a broad and deep muzzle, small, deep-set dark brown eyes, and naturally erect ears.
Still, the most distinctive characteristic of this breed is its coat. The Akita's fur is a double coat with a thick, short undercoat and a harsh outer coat. The hair on their head, ears, and lower legs is noticeably shorter than the rest of their body, though.
You can find various colours and patterns on an American Akita, including Brindle, Red, Fawn, White, and Pinto. All of these except white can and often do have a black mask over the nose and muzzle, another defining feature of this breed.
As Akitas have a background as guard dogs, they possess outstanding protective qualities, becoming utterly devoted and loyal to their family, who they will look out for as long as they live.
This makes them a fab choice if you seek a watch or guard dog. They are naturally wary of strangers, so if someone is hanging around who shouldn't be, you will soon know about it. Their warnings are also reliable as they only tend to bark if there is a reason to do so.
Along with this serious side, Akitas can be pretty playful and silly, which makes them a lovely fit for homes with children. They also possess cat-like qualities, as Akita owners often comment on how they groom themselves and their owners.
Because of their fighting background, these dogs can sometimes try to fight other dogs they do not know, so keeping them leashed when out and about is essential. Because of their strength and their instincts, it is necessary to establish a regular training regime from puppyhood.
Training and socialisation will also help them manage their reaction to strangers and curb their high protective instincts.
The Akita's protective instincts make them very territorial, so unfortunately, this breed is not a good fit for multi-dog homes. They prefer to be the only pet, and as they can have strong hunting instincts, they should not share a home with small animals, including cats.
Akitas generally adore being around children, but because of their size and strength, they are better for older kids than babies or toddlers. Moreover, you should still supervise interactions between dog and child, especially when you bring them home, because Akitas may be wary of the child at first.
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