Akita
A large, independent guard dog with high energy, heavy shedding and a challenging temperament.
- Lifespan
- 10–11 years
- Weight
- 32–59 kg
- Height
- 58–71 cm
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Pros
- Devoted to its family
- Calm and reserved at home
- Copes fine with being left alone
Keep in mind
- Often intolerant of other animals
- Not for first-time owners or families with toddlers
Living together
- Start socialization early in puppyhood
- Plan space, budget and time for shedding
Traits
Life at home
Apartment-friendly
Noise level
Tolerates being alone
Size
Character
Good with children
Good with other pets
Calm temperament
Trainability
Beginner-friendly
Activity, care and costs
Exercise needs
Grooming needs
Shedding
Cost of ownership
Similar breeds
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Akita Inu
29–30 kg · 10–11 years
The Akita Inu is reserved, independent, devoted to one owner, and has a thick coat.
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Central Asian Shepherd Dog
40–50 kg · 10–12 years
A very large, independent guard dog for a house with a yard and an experienced owner only.
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Huskita
22–34 kg · 10–13 years
A Siberian husky and Akita cross: a large, strong, independent dog for experienced owners.
Crossbreed
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog
50–65 kg · 13–15 years
A huge Turkish livestock guardian: independent, powerful, and wary of strangers.
