| Facts & Stats About American Akita |
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| Dog: |
American Akita |
| Origin of this dog: |
Japan |
| Weight: |
65 - 125 lb |
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25 - 29 in ( 63 - 74 cm ) |
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Large |
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The coat is double, with the undercoat soft and dense. The outer coat is straight and stands out from the body. Colors include white, pinto, or brindle. |
| Other Name for this Dog: |
Great Japanese Dog |
| Additional Info: |
AKC, UKC, CKC - Hunter, guardian |
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The American Akita, sometimes known simply as Akita, is a somewhat large spitz breed of dog that has its origin from Japan in the mountainous northern regions. The Akita can come in almost all type of colors. They have a short double coat that is similar to other northern Spitz breeds.
The Akita has a height around 25 to 29 inches and weighs between 65 to 125 pounds, with females being somewhat smaller than males. The head has a broad shape, with a deep muzzle, upright ears, and dark small eyes. The chest is deep with a body that is longer than the dog is tall at the shoulder, and the tail is large, full, and carried over to the back with a slight curl. |
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