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Also known as Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, American Akita
Dignified, loyal and quietly powerful - a one-family guardian
The Akita is a Japanese guardian and hunting breed with a calm, dignified manner and deep loyalty to its own people. It is reserved with strangers and often intolerant of other dogs, so it needs early socialisation and a confident, experienced handler.
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This breed needs about 75 minutes of activity a day. Around 5 sitter-led sessions a week keeps that routine going when work or travel gets in the way.
75
Minutes of activity a day
5
Suggested sessions a week
Home visits
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Often not, especially with dogs of the same sex. Careful early socialisation helps, but many Akitas are best kept as the only dog or introduced to others slowly.
Rarely. The breed is independent, strong-willed and protective, so it suits experienced owners who can offer calm, consistent leadership.
A lot. The dense double coat sheds all year and blows heavily twice a year, so expect regular brushing and plenty of hair around the home.
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