Your Online Guide To Everything Akitas

Example of a handsome Akita dog.

Common Misspellings for Akitas

Akita Inus, Japanese Akitas, Aketas, Akita-Inu, Japanese-Akitas, AKC Akitas, CKC Akitas

Alternate Names For Akitas

Welcome to the Dog Pages Guide to Akita Dogs (Japanese Akita Inus). If you are thinking about adding an Akita puppy to your family, our informative guide will help you learn all about the Akita dog breed.

Find out what a Akita dog or puppy looks like by viewing our growing collection of Akita pictures. Learn all about Akita dog history, Akita temperament and personality, Akita grooming and exercise needs, Akita health problems and more on our in-depth Akita dog breed information section.

Find a responsible Akita breeder offering healthy, home-raised and well socialized Akita puppies for sale on our Akita Dog Breeders Directory.

Pick out a grrreat name for your new Akita puppy through the use of our dog names and puppy names guide, featuring thousands of unique pet names.

Our Akita rescues and clubs lists will help you learn more about the Akita dog breed, as well as help you find dogs and puppies in need of a second chance in a loving, forever home.

And be sure to check out our online store, featuring plenty of Akita merchandise, including books, t-shirts, collectibles, Akita figurines, art posters, calendars and more - all available for online ordering at airedalely reduced prices and convenient home delivery.

We hope that you enjoy your visit to our Akita site today, and that you'll drop by again soon and often to see what's new on this growing portal for Akita dog lovers! 

Akita Dog Breed Brief

The Akita is considered a national monument in it's native homeland of Japan where it is revered as a symbol of health, happiness and longevity. At one time the exclusive property of Japanese nobility, the Akita breed was used to hunt large game including Wild Boar and Deer. Akitas have since found their way into the hearts and homes of people world-wide, and have proven to excel as police dogs, guard dogs, guide dogs, and - most importantly - family pets. Akita dogs are extremely intelligent, large, energetic, very territorial and highly devoted to their owners. Akitas are loyal family dogs and fearless guardians of the home that excel in obedience work. These highly intelligent, affectionate dogs make excellent companions. The Akita's dense, double coat requires regular, thorough brushing, and these large dogs need plenty of outdoor exercise. Training at an early age is recommended for your Akita puppy to reach it's full potential as a wonderful family pet.

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