Information
Name : Akita
Other Names : Great Japanese dog, American Akita
Origin : Japan
Size Type : Large Dog Breed
Breed Group : Working dog breeds
Life span : 10-12 years
Litter Size : 3-12 puppies
Temperament : Loyal, Courageous, Loving
Height : Height: Males 26 - 28 inches (66 - 71 cm) Females 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm)
Weight : Weight: Males 75 - 120 pounds (34 - 54 kg) Females 75 - 110 pounds (34 - 50 kg)
Colors : The Akita comes in a range of different colors including: Black,Brown, Brindle, brown, Black Overlay Fawn, Fawn, Black Overlay red, Red, Black Overlay Silver, Black Overlay, White, Black Brindle, Black, Brown Unercoat, Black, Fawn Undercoat Black, Red Undercoat Black, Silver undercoat, Brown, Fawn Brindle, Red Brindle, Silver, Silver Brindle, White Red Shading
Puppy Price : $400-$2,000
Body type
Head- The head is massive but in balance; free of any wrinkles or excessive skin. Head forms a rounded triangle when viewed from above. The ears are a noticeable characteristic of this breed. They stand erect and small compared to the rest of the head.
Ears have a triangular shape, with a slightly rounded tip.
Lips & Mouth - Black lips, and they come with a strong mouth that comes down like scissors. Often referred to as the scissor bite by how the jaws lap down.
Forequarters- Forelegs are heavy-boned and straight. Strong sturdy shoulders that moderately lay back make up the rest of the forequarters.
Body- Thick and muscular body that is comparatively short. The body is longer than high, with well sprung ribs and a well developed chest. Skin is flexible but not loose.
Hindquarters- Overall comparable to the forequarters. Upper thighs well developed. Stifle moderately bent and let down hocks.
Feet- Cat feet with thick pads.
Coat
Characteristics
Overview
Color
Black,Brown, Brindle, brown, Black Overlay Fawn, Fawn, Black Overlay red, Red, Black Overlay Silver, Black Overlay, White, Black Brindle, Black, Brown Undercoat, Black, Fawn Undercoat Black, Red Undercoat Black, Silver undercoat, Brown, Fawn Brindle, Red Brindle, Silver, Silver Brindle, White Red Shading