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 na cernelha
61–67 cm
Expectativa de vida
10–13 anos
Porte
grande
Atividade
moderate
Queda de pelo
alta
Tendência a latir
baixa
Bom para apartamento
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
Saúde
Hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism, autoimmune diseases (VKH-like syndrome, pemphigus), gastric torsion (bloat), progressive retinal atrophy, sebaceous adenitis
Pelagem
Double: harsh outer coat with a dense, soft undercoat
Viagens
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.
Tamanho da caixa de transporte
A large breed: needs a big hard crate; not eligible for in-cabin air travel, cargo hold only in an IATA-compliant crate.
Tamanho do peitoral
Size L–XL, chest girth typically 70–90 cm; a strong harness with a rigid back panel
Guia
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.
Viagem na cabine do avião
geralmente não
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