Akita Inu
The Akita Inu is a large Japanese breed: calm, dignified and deeply devoted to its family. It is reserved with strangers and can be dominant with other dogs, so it needs an experienced owner. Indoors it is usually quiet and clean.
Peso
30–45 kg
Altura a la cruz
61–67 cm
Esperanza de vida
10–13 años
Tamaño
grande
Actividad
moderate
Muda
alta
Tendencia a ladrar
baja
Apto para piso
Can live in an apartment with enough walks: calm and quiet indoors, but takes up a lot of space and sheds heavily.
Cuidados
1–1.5 hours of walks daily; thorough brushing 2–3 times a week, daily during the twice-yearly shed; early training and socialisation, as the breed is independent and reserved with strange dogs; do not overfeed or overwork a puppy before growth is complete
Salud
Hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism, autoimmune diseases (VKH-like syndrome, pemphigus), gastric torsion (bloat), progressive retinal atrophy, sebaceous adenitis
Pelaje
Double: harsh outer coat with a dense, soft undercoat
Viajes
Check large-breed rules for lodging and transport in advance; avoid overheating in hot weather because of the thick coat; some hotels and carriers restrict certain breeds.
Tamaño del transportín
A large breed: needs a big hard crate; not eligible for in-cabin air travel, cargo hold only in an IATA-compliant crate.
Talla de arnés
Size L–XL, chest girth typically 70–90 cm; a strong harness with a rigid back panel
Correa
A strong 1.5–2 m leash at least 2 cm wide; the dog is powerful, so keep it on leash in busy places and around other dogs.
Viaje en cabina de avión
normalmente no
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