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Akitas, like many dogs, have been bred to hunt, and can therefore show aggressive tendencies towards small animals. Akitas can also be dominant or aggressive towards other dogs, particularly those of the same sex.
Akitas are very clean, intelligent and loyal, train easily, and consequently are easily bored. Akitas have also been documented to be gentle with young children and babies.
Akitas are very adaptable and can live happily in apartments provided they are given enough exercise but they prefer to have space to run around in.
Akitas possess a double coat, with a dense straight undercoat, and a thick outer coat. This coat makes the dog waterproof, as well as being well-equipped for the fierce winters in northern Japan. Due to the thickness of their coat, the breed requires daily grooming, and also an awareness of the dog's heavy shedding, especially during warm weather.
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Akita Dog Facts
| Name: | Akita Dog |
| Origin: | Japan |
| Average Size: | 71cm (28in) |
| Average Weight: | 50kg (110lbs) |
| Average Life Span: | 10 years |
| Group: | Working Dog |
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| Colour: | Brown, White, Black, Grey |
| Average Litter Size: | 7 |
| Temperament: | Intelligent, courageous and fearless |
| Training: | Must be trained at an early age using disciplined training as the breed is dominant and can be aggressive |
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