Akitas are beautiful large breed dogs from Japan. They offer loyalty and companionship to their lucky masters. The breed has a history dating back a thousand years. They date back to the days when hunters used dogs to track and track food.
The Akita comes in all shapes and sizes. They are generally strong and large dogs, but occasionally there are small ones. There are black Akitas, white Akitas, red and brown Akitas. Akitas have long, bushy fur and a triangular-shaped muzzle much like others within the Spitz family. Whatever the color or shape, the Akita is a very loyal dog that deserves the best care from you and your family.
Akitas are generally low maintenance dogs that will find ways to exercise indoors. Because they are large athletic dogs, black Akitas or white Akitas, regardless of color, require a lot of food and exercise, otherwise it could negatively affect the dog’s health.
The bathing requirements of these dogs are light. They are usually kept clean and require only minimal bathing. Too many baths can strip the oils from their coats that give them their shine. Use a strong, thick brush to remove excess hair. Give the dog two weeks and then give it a bath to remove any remaining excess hair.
Major shedding occurs twice a year and usually occurs during the spring. The molting process takes about several weeks and during this time your Akita needs most of the grooming during these times.
It is important to give your dog enough food to eat. This helps maintain your dog’s stamina and body weight. These are large breed dogs and they need a high caloric intake to compensate for their active lifestyle. Akitas are prone to immune system disorders and thyroid problems, so you may need to give your Akitas some supplements. It is best to ask your vet about food supplements. The vets will also suggest a standard feeding plan. It would be best to follow professional advice.
Now that you have chosen the Akita to be your companion, it is important to know that these dogs grow up to be big and strong. This is why it is vital that you train these dogs at an early stage. Akitas are known to have antisocial behavior and bad reactions to strangers. Starting them young can help them adjust to people sooner. The training regimen needs to incorporate social skills to avoid developing bad personalities when dealing with strangers and the general public.
Avoid tug of war and jerks; this teaches the pup behavior that is undesirable in adults. As much as possible, incorporate the game into your training, but don’t sacrifice being strict. The Akita needs to know who its leaders are. Once it knows, it should provide you with loyal companionship.
Akitas are very funny and fun-loving dogs that anyone is lucky to have, but a dog like this needs to be cared for and loved in the right way.
