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.
体重
30–45 kg
体高
61–67 cm
寿命
10–13 年
サイズ
大型
運動量
moderate
抜け毛
高い
吠えやすさ
低い
集合住宅向き
Can live in an apartment with enough walks: calm and quiet indoors, but takes up a lot of space and sheds heavily.
お手入れ
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
健康
Hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism, autoimmune diseases (VKH-like syndrome, pemphigus), gastric torsion (bloat), progressive retinal atrophy, sebaceous adenitis
被毛
Double: harsh outer coat with a dense, soft undercoat
旅行
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.
キャリーサイズ
A large breed: needs a big hard crate; not eligible for in-cabin air travel, cargo hold only in an IATA-compliant crate.
ハーネスサイズ
Size L–XL, chest girth typically 70–90 cm; a strong harness with a rigid back panel
リード
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.
機内持ち込み
通常不可
Hani Walk — 散歩トラッカー、デジタルペット手帳、ワクチンのリマインダーがアプリでいつでも手元に。