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
Altezza al garrese
61–67 cm
Aspettativa di vita
10–13 anni
Taglia
grande
Attività
moderate
Perdita di pelo
alta
Tendenza ad abbaiare
bassa
Adatto all’appartamento
Can live in an apartment with enough walks: calm and quiet indoors, but takes up a lot of space and sheds heavily.
Cura
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
Salute
Hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism, autoimmune diseases (VKH-like syndrome, pemphigus), gastric torsion (bloat), progressive retinal atrophy, sebaceous adenitis
Mantello
Double: harsh outer coat with a dense, soft undercoat
Viaggi
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.
Taglia del trasportino
A large breed: needs a big hard crate; not eligible for in-cabin air travel, cargo hold only in an IATA-compliant crate.
Taglia della pettorina
Size L–XL, chest girth typically 70–90 cm; a strong harness with a rigid back panel
Guinzaglio
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.
Trasporto in cabina aerea
di solito no
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