Height : 24 - 28 inches for Male Weight : 75-110 pounds or more
Coat: Stiff, moderately short; stand-off, with undercoat. All colors allowed, including white, pied, or brindle, with or without mask.
Other Names: Akita Inu, Japanese Akita.
Temperament : Very intelligent, independent thinker,
brave.
Care and Training : Akita requires daily brushing. Daily exercise is essential. Sheds twice a year. Bathe only when necessary. Early obedience is necessary to prevent aggression against other dogs.
Life Span: 12 Years
General Info : The breed cannot be forced but, once shown what is desired, he is quite cooperative. The Akita is aggressive with other animals and will defend its territory against all intruders, human or otherwise.
It'll be good towards family children but not towards others. Might
get along with family pets.
