The Akita is a large, powerful Japanese breed originally used for hunting bear and guarding royalty. Known for their dignified and reserved nature, Akitas are deeply loyal to their families while being naturally aloof with strangers. They require experienced handling and consistent training to channel their strong-willed personality.
She chose me from day one and that was that. My Akita has no interest in anyone else in the household, which sounds extreme but she is perfectly polite with my family, just indifferent. With me she is tender and attentive. She alerted me to a gas leak at 3am by pawing at my face. I owe her my life. …
Read full review →My Akita is stunning to look at and has a presence that commands a room. She learned basic commands quickly but she decides when she wants to obey, which requires patience. She is fantastic with my kids but I never leave her alone with unfamiliar dogs because she has a short fuse with them. The doub…
Read full review →Started socializing my Akita from eight weeks old and the difference is noticeable compared to other Akitas I have met. He is calm around dogs he knows and tolerates well-mannered strangers. He has a strong independent streak that makes training an ongoing negotiation rather than a one-time lesson b…
Read full review →My Akita is nine now and I cannot imagine life without her. She has never been destructive, never barks unnecessarily, and has perfect house manners. She is reserved with guests initially but warms up once she has assessed them as safe. The grooming and the dog-selective nature are real consideratio…
Read full review →People assume Akitas are cold but mine is the opposite, she just expresses love differently. She leans against my legs, rests her head on my lap in the evenings, and checks on me whenever I am in a different room. She does not bark excessively, she does not destroy furniture, and she is fastidiously…
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