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If you're looking for the dog that can keep out strangers and guard your home and family and, simultaneously be a cuddly sweet companion with your loved ones, consider the Akita.

Akita is a dog that has a lot of love. Akita is a brave and sturdy dog that will always remain loyal to their family. While they might be a bit sceptical about strangers, the Akita loves to show their loved ones love, affection, and affection.

Let's dive deep into this well-loved breed and find out more about the world of Akita:

Also also referred to

"Akita" is actually a blanket term for two types of dogs that are the Japanese Akita (or Akita Inu) and the American Akita. In many parts of the globe (including Japan), these dogs are considered to be two distinct, distinct breeds. In the United States they are considered as one breed, but with specific differences. If you need special info on Akita dogs, sneak a peek at Shannon Bell's blog.

Technically speaking, the Akita is also known as Akita Inu or Japanese Akita.

Akitas used to be called "snow country dogs" before they were officially recognized. !

Origins

The Japanese Akita breed was first developed. The breed was originally developed for protection as well as a hunting dog. The Akita breed was originally reserved for Japan's Imperial family members and leaders in the past. The breed became popular in the rest of the country.

Hachiko is the most beloved and loved Akita in Japanese history. His story has been immortalized. Hachiko was born in 1923 and married Professor Hidesaburo Uro of Tokyo. Hachiko was a frequent passenger with Ueno every day from and to the Shibuya Train Station. One day, Ueno suffered a brain hemorrhage while at work, and later died of his injuries. Hachiko is a child of just 18 months old, arrived at the station to meet the professor. Obviously, he never arrived. Hachiko continued to go to train stations daily for nine years trying to locate him. In 1934, a statue of Hachiko was put up at the Shibuya Train Station. The annual ceremony of memorialization honors the statue today. The Akita is so highly valued in Japan that it was made a Japanese National Monument (Japan National Monument) in 1931.

Helen Keller, who traveled to Japan in 1930, presented the Akita to her and brought it back to America. The Akita died soon after her arrival in America, but a second Akita was found shortly afterwards.

The Akita was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 and classified in the miscellaneous class until 1972 after which the AKC approved the breed standard and moved the Akita's categorization to working dog.

Size

The ideal height for an Akita is between 26 to 28 inches for males. 24 to 26 inches for females.

Weight Range

Akitas can grow as big as humans and are often larger than humans. Once fully grown, male Akitas can weigh between 100-130 lbs and females between 70-100 pounds.

Personality

Sometimes, it seems like Akitas have distinct personalities. With strangers, the best you can get is indifference but, generally speaking, Akitas can be extremely preoccupied and wary of people they don't have a relationship with. This is especially true for dogs. Akitas can be reactive with other dogs, particularly those of the same gender.

Akitas are family-oriented and are the most loyal and loving dogs in the animal kingdom. They will do anything to protect those they cherish. They're also more likely to be silly and fun when they're with their humans.

In a nutshell, if you meet an Akita you don't know, they probably will not be thrilled to get to know you however, if you decide to add an Akita to your household and earn their respect and affection, they'll be among the most loyal, loving and loving companion dogs you could wish for.