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AKITA INU

Also known as	Japanese Akita, Great Japanese Dog, Akita
Origin	Japan
Height	24 to 28 inches
Weight	75 to 120 lbs
Life Span	about 10 to 12 years
Grooming Level	Low
Exercise Level	Medium
Temperament	Fearless, courageous, intelligent, loyal and affectionate
Feeding	Medium
Climates	Does best in cold weather
Living Conditions	Apartment ok if well exercised
Possible Health Problems	Hip dysplasia, hypothyroid and autoimmune thyroiditis, VKH and Pemphigus, SA and eyes (PRA, Micro, entropion) patella and other problems with the knee
Litters	3 to 12 pups
Hypo-allergenic
Good with Children	If supervised
Group	Working

Akita Inu's originated in Japan, the word "inu" in Japanese means "dog". The Akita is a very powerful animal with a massive chest and head. Their coat is coarse, and the Akita moults two or three times a year during which time owners may find it difficult to have him inside the house. The Akita thrives on human companionship, but they will stand to defend its family whenever a threatening stranger or animal makes him wary. Akitas can adapt to many different situations and can be rather good watchdogs (they dont usually bark unless there's a good reason) and companions. They require socialization as puppies, and obedience training is important as they are dominant dogs and tend to be aggressive towards other dogs, especially of the same sex.

	AKC Classification : Working Group
	CKC Classification : Working Dogs