Akita
The Japanese Akita, a.k.a the Akita, has national monument status in Japan. Akitas have been characterized as "tender in heart and strong in strength." The Akita is a fiercely loyal family member, leery of strangers and would prefer to be the only pet in the home.
History
The Akita's origin is the region of Akita on the Japanese island of Honshu. Japanese history, both verbal and written, describe the ancestors of the Akita Inu, the Matagi dog, as one of the oldest of the native dogs. The Matagi's quarry included elk, antelope, boar, and the 120-stone Yezo bear. This swift, agile, unswervingly tenacious precursor dog tracked large game and held it at bay until the hunters arrived to make the kill.In 1931, the Japanese Akitawa bestowed the status of national monument in Japan and is a symbol of good health and a protector of the home. he Japanese Akita and American Akita began to diverge in type through the middle and later part of the 20th century with the Japanese Akita fanciers focusing on restoring the breed as a work of Japanese art and American Akita fanciers selecting for the larger, heavier-boned dogs that emerged from the post-war times. Both types derive from a common ancestry, but marked differences can be observed between the two. First, while American Akitas are acceptable in all colors, Japanese Akitas are only permitted to be red, fawn, sesame, white, or brindle. Additionally, American Akitas may be pinto and/or have black masks, unlike Japanese Akitas. Much debate occurs among Akita fanciers of both types whether there are or should be two breeds of Akita. To date, The AKC and CKC, guided by their national breed clubs, consider American and Japanese Akitas to be two types of the same breed, allowing free breeding between the two. The FCI and Kennel Clubs most other nations consider Japanese and American Akitas as separate breeds.
Appearance and Size
The Akita is a powerful, muscular and well-proportioned dog with a very distinctive appearance. The head features a short muzzle and no wrinkles and the chest is deep and broad. The Akita has small erect ears and almond-shaped dark brown eys typically. The tail must be carried high, full and curled over the Akita's back. The double haircoat can be any color or a combination of colors.The adult Akita stands approximately 26 to 28 inches at the shoulder and weighs in the 80 to 120 pound range.
Personality
The Akita is intelligent and agile but can stubborn with a dominate personality. Akitas are not considered a dog of choice for first time dog owners and can be aggressive toward other dogs. The Akita has a strong hunting drive. As a result the Akita should not be allowed to roam alone freely.
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Videos of Akitas
How to introduce two dogs(Akitas) to each other (average energy level)
This video shows three dog to dog introductions in a shelter setting. All the dogs were shelter dogs so their background was limited. The videos show one method to introduce two dogs to each other. No matter how you do it, keep the leashes loose, listen with your eyes and move with the dogs.
Coalition to Unchain Dogs - Bear & Akita
The Coalition to Unchain Dogs is based in Durham, North Carolina and has recently expanded into Raleigh. Charlotte. the Triad, Richmond, VA and Washington, DC We build free fences for dogs who live continuously at the end of a chain. We also provide each dog with a free vet appointment including spay/neuter. Check us out on the web at www.unchaindogs.org.
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VanHusen Wedding Ceremony 9/10/11 - AKITA DOGS AS RING BEARERS!
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Cute Japanese Akita Puppy Video
bit.ly - This little Japanese akita puppy is the cutest videos I have ever seen. Enjoy and share with other fellow dog lovers!
Akita "Ch. Akiko's Cold Mountain Pema"
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American Akita ESTAVA RAIN HEAD OVER HEELS DEBUT AT THE SHOW DOGS
American Akita ESTAVA RAIN HEAD OVER HEELS DEBUT AT THE SHOW DOGS. Russia. Novosibirsk. International Dog Show. 14.01.2012. Best Baby in group. BIS Best Baby 2. Owner: Kulikova Angelika & Kulikov Alexandr www.amurcat.com silver_oskar@mail.ru
Japanese Akita and Samoyed puppies playing tug of war
Takara and Fortune, our girls playing so nicely indoors together. Thank you so much Jo & Nigel Hutchings of TYCON AKITAS for our beautiful & amazing Japanese Akita Inu girl, Takara. If you're interested in these amazing dogs, their website is: www.japanese-akita.info A huge thank you also to Sharon Lowe of SEVERNAYA for our gorgeous & adorable Samoyed girl, Fortune. If you are interested in these adorable dogs, Sharon's contacts can be found at: www.dogzonline.com.au
Hachiko monogatari - Bittersweet (Akita dog)
From the 1987 film Hachiko monogatari (aka Hachi-ko). Wonderful movie that tells the true story of an Akita's devotion to his master. Hollywood did a remake (called Hachiko: A Dog's Story) starring Richard Gere which has been released in Japan. I comes out in the US on December 18, 2009. Song is Bittersweet, by Within Temptation. Thanks for watching! Honors! Dec 29, 2007: #35 - Top Favorites (Today) - Pets & Animals #94 - Top Rated (Today) - Pets & Animals Dec 30, 2007: #28 - Top Favorites (Today) - Pets &
Akita Inu Thessaloniki
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The Right Companion: Akita
www.janson.com Finally, all of our favorite dogs - on one DVD! This indispensable "visual guidebook" is not just for prospective dog owners, but for dog lovers in general.
RUNWAY AKITAS Show Dogs: Beautiful Spike and Teresa Nail
Runway's Akitas: Presents BEAUTIFUL Watch Ronan's Mary Mo (Spike) and Teresa Nail; Watch both these beauties strutt their stuff! Worth seeing. Teresa is a top dog show handler for the US; She makes Spike look perfect. I love watching her! I know you will too. GOOD VIDEO!
Hollywood Dogs
My 2 Longcoat Akitas, Geisha and Po"Kung Fu Panda" frolicking in Hollywood. My akitas are well trained and well socialized. They are use to city life. My akitas are with me 24/7 a day. Please exercise caution with your own akitas or other dogs.
Cali Faces - Attack Dogs!
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Feeding BOOMER'S Dogs
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