Akita

FCI 255 - Asian Spitz and related breeds

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Akita" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

Also called Akita Inu , It is a breed of dog of the Japan, named for the Akita Prefecture, where it is believed that it originated. From time to time is called Akita-ken. Originally it was a hunting dog and for generations it was used by the warriors of the Japan as defense and attack dog. It was also used for hunting bears. It is an easy dog ​​to train and a character very balanced.

Loving and protective of the family, suspicious of strangers, Although it will not attack on a whim. It is a dog barking and majestic appearance. It is considered a breed apart from American Akita.

In Spain the Akita It is considered a potentially dangerous race, by Royal Decree, by which to his possession must obtain the licence for possession of dangerous dogs and register it in the corresponding Municipal registry of potentially dangerous animals. One of the things that are required for this license is insurance of civil liability to third parties.

In the news, the Akita Inu It is considered the National dog of Japan and in 1931 It was designated a national monument.

The Akita (Akita dog) It is the tallest of Japanese dogs and over the years this dog has been, dog fight, symbol of wealth and prestige. owning a Akita Inu It was an honor allowed only the nobility, good luck symbol and talisman, while a statuette Akita Inu It gives away when a baby is born or when someone gets sick.

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The movie of 2009 “Hachi”, starring Richard Gere, It is based on the true story of a Japanese Akita named Hachiko. After the death of its owner, Hachiko waited every day at the train station for the man to return, every day until the end of his own life.

Its size is that of a dog medium- but strong Constitution, balanced and capable of performing the work of a large dog.

It is a little longer than high, has the chest wide and deep, and the level back. His movement should be flexible and powerful. Its fur can have four colors: red, Sesame, striped or white pure.

The size of your skull is proportional to your body. The front and the neck is thick and muscular. The ears are relatively small, triangular and stops, preferred if they are inclined forward. The nose is usually black and lips are black, Although the language is usually pink.

The eyes they are small, sometimes distant from each other, almost triangular, Brown color. It has a strong and straight back, with a broad and muscular kidney region. It has the chest deep, arched ribs and perfectly raised abdomen.

The limb anterior and posterior they must be well developed and be strong to be able to function well in all activities. The feet are solid, round and well closed, your nails are hard. It has webbed feet like cats and is an excellent swimmer.. The tail is high implementation, thick and carried vigorously coiled on the back.

The hair covering the tail is longer which covers the rest of the body. The fur, thick and double, is rough and short. The internal layer is thick and soft hair.

Color varieties are red, striped and white.

All colors (except for the White) They should have "urajiro» (whitish hair on the sides of the snout, cheeks, under the jaw and in the neck, on the chest, abdomen, under the tail and on the inside of the legs).

Usually measured in 64 to 71 centimeters tall. The females Despite reach 30 to 49 kg, and males of 34 to 53 kg.

The current reconstruction to return to the Japanese type, based on copies of the line ichinoseski, In addition using, Spitz japoneses to recover characteristics of the old Akita Inu.

One character reserved and quiet, will remain impassive in irritating situations, minor. Take the dominant role in the relationship with other dogs, You will not look confrontation unless it has previously been challenged. It must be used, from puppy, the relationship with all kinds of dogs and other animals to live with him, so, getting our Akita Inu a totally socialized dog. With regard to their owners will be loving, loyal and protective. You will have a friendly character with people in general unless they prove bad intentions.

It's a race that no bark unless you have a good reason. When a Akita Inu bark you have to pay attention to. The character of Akita Inu It takes on special importance his protective instinct toward family and belongings.

It is equipped with a temperament quiet and balanced, It is a dog that will support the antics of the children with enormous patience, is more, is especially comfortable in the company of the little ones, that will become inseparable and will defend them and protect it from any intruders either person or animal even with your life.

They are known as dogs faithful and also Smart.

The Akita They can live happily in apartments, When given exercise. They need to be socialized from puppies. Even though they enjoy love and human company, they are very happy to be with other dogs. The Akita They are become excitable when seeing their owners, often moving around them.

These dogs are very good with children. It has a reputation for being an excellent domestic dog. They become big dogs in the family with proper training and socialization.

The protective instinct makes them particularly dangerous to children who may visit the home (they do not tolerate well, the shouts of children playing), should be taken into account we should accustom the animal children incorporated home, These dogs when they arrive home accept members of the family in a herd, new children if they arrive after the can are alien to him and have to adjust them so that there are no problems.

Average longevity “Akita” is of some 10 years, It is similar, to other breeds of their size.

A dog with history… Hachiko: The akita who waited 10 years the return of his master died as a sign of loyalty. A movie based on the true story has been made, call Hachiko Monogatari. There is also an adaptation in English, with the title Always by your side, Hachiko.

Hatchery	Description	Image	Email	Telephone	Breeds	Web	Address	Permissions / licenses	id	Details
Tsutsui Kennel	Our bond with Japan (we are a Japanese and Spanish family), having specialized only in these two breeds by importing specimens 100% purely Japanese descendants of the best and most prestigious bloodlines within a responsible breeding ethic, making coexistence with our dogs a way of life to the point of establishing our residence in the environment we esteem, it was the best and most favorable so that they could grow up happy and always next to us, in a family atmosphere and always offering written guarantees. All this makes them our great pride and responds to our passion.		tsutsuikennel@gmail.com	(+34) 609434319	Akita Inu and Shiba Inu	Web page	Segovia Spain	Our affix is registered both in Spain through the RSCE (Royal Canine Society of Spain) belonging to the FCI (Federation Cynologique Internationale) as in AKIHO (Akita Inu Hozonkai) Breed Preservation Headquarters in Japan. We are direct members of JKC (Japan Kennel Club), SCC (Society dog show Castellana) and CEPN (Nordic Club and Akita Inu of Spain).	42	see more
Pataky Kensha	More than a decade ago our love for this fantastic breed called Akita Inu began.. After these years we have carried out multiple trips to Japan and we have also participated with great success in the most important Akita exhibitions worldwide.. Our Akita Satsuki Hime, known worldwide as luna chan, has been the first Akita Inu in history, who was born outside Japan, has been able to win at the most important exhibition in Japan, a milestone that has not yet been matched by any other Akita Inu kennel worldwide.		watakykensha@gmail.com	608 25 11 18	Akita	Web page	Yours Alava Spain	RSCE AFFIX 22418.	49	see more

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• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 255
• Group 5: Spitz and primitive types
• Section 5: Asian Spitz and related breeds. Spitz and primitive types.

Federations:

• – FCI – Group 5: Section: 5 Asian Spitz and related breeds ⓘ
• – AKC – of work Toy ⓘ
• – ANKC – Group 6 (Utility) ⓘ
• – CKC – Group 3 – (Working dogs) ⓘ
• – ​KC – of work ⓘ
• – NZKC – Utility ⓘ
• – UKC – Northern races ⓘ

FCI - Akita

1. Akita Inu, Japanese Akita, Great Japanese Dog (English).
2. Akita, Akita Inu, Akita Ken (French).
3. Akita, Akita Inu, Akita Ken, Japanischer Akita (German).
4. Akita Inu (Portuguese).
5. Akita Inu, Akita, perro de Akita, Akita Ken (español).