The Japanese Akita

According to Japanese history, the Matagi dog is considered the predecessors of the Akita Inu. It is one of the oldest of the native dogs. The modern Akita Inu is developed primarily from these breeds found in the northernmost part of the island of Honsh in the Akita prefecture. This is also how the dog Akita got its name.

At the withers, the size of Akita may stand between 60 cm (24 inches) and 66 cm (26 inches). The weight of male Akita lies anywhere between 35-54 kg and for females, it may vary between 30-45 kg. The Japanese Akita and American Akita are two different breeds.

While a wide array of colors is actually accepted in the case of American Akita, the Japanese Akita standard refuses to include Pinto color. Japanese Akitas are brave dogs with a huge body and beauty. They look really attractive and bright with their small ears and dark-colored eyes. Their coats are thick and plush with glossy texture.

The colors of the coat are shining and distinct. The limbs of Japanese Akitas are quite well-muscled and thus it ensures their resilient and vigorous movement. The Japanese Akita is a very friendly and lovable dog. But a Japanese Akita like every other dog must be trained well to be able to live with everyone. Japanese Akitas are very intelligent dogs. It is their intelligence that makes them get bored very easily.

This is why a Japanese Akita owner must always remember to keep the dog busy ,as an Akita can get very-very destructive when they are not doing anything. If you don’t know what kind of games can you play with your Japanese Akita then the best thing to do would be to engage him in lot of exercises. This will keep him happy. Japanese Akitas can become aggressive when meeting strangers. This natural tendency of the dog to be aggressive among strangers can be subdued with good training.

By: Michael Bean

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