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In the News (Sat 5 Dec 09)

  
  Dog and Kennel Magazine Akita Breed Profile
The Akita Inu (the latter is the Japanese word for "dog") was named after the rugged, mountainous Akita province on the northern end of Japan's Honsu island, where the first dogs of this type were developed in the 17th century.
Because Akitas were often kept as pets by Japanese emperors and other members of the ruling nobility, the breed was once known as "the royal dog." The Akita's size and courage made it a formidable hunter, whose quarry included the fierce boar, huge elk and savage Yezo bear of Akita province.
Akitas can lead happy, healthy lives for as long as 12 to 15 years, but like all pedigreed dogs, the breed is subject to its share of genetic diseases and other problems.
www.petpublishing.com /dogken/breeds/akita.shtml   (1934 words)

  
 Midwest Akita Rescue Society - Breed Profile   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
In 1927, the Akita Inu Hozankai Society of Japan was established to preserve the purity of the breed.
The Akita was known as matagiinu (esteemed hunting dog) by the hunters of the northern Prefecture of Akita, who used pairs of dogs (a male and a female) to hunt deer, bear and wild boar.
Akitas will adjust to any climate and don't require as much exercise as other large breeds; however, a large, fenced yard should be considered a necessity.
www.akitas.org /brdprof.html   (1326 words)

  
 Breed Info   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Akitas are typically very gentle with children, and it is said that Japanese mothers often left their children with only the Akitas to watch over and protect them.
Akitas not raised with children are not always tolerant of small children and the Akita should never be left alone with a child until you are certain you have a dog who adores all children.
Akitas 7 years and older should be fed one of the commercial LITE foods to lessen the onset of kidney disease which is a problem in older Akitas.
www.akitaclub.org /web/info/breedinfo.html   (3670 words)

  
 Akita - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Akita (秋田 - "autumn ricefield") is the name of several places in Japan and is a Japanese surname.
Akita Prefecture (秋田県), a northern Japanese prefecture on the island of Honshu
Akita Inu (秋田犬), a breed of dog from Akita Prefecture.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Akita   (118 words)

  
 An Akita - For me?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
The Akita is large (female 65-85#, males 90-120# with heights to match), intelligent and strongly territorial, who will adore and protect your children (however the neighbor kids?).
Akitas are not tolerant of other dogs especially those of the same sex.
Akitas do not shed on a continual basis; however, they do "blow coat" about twice a year.
www.heart-of-texas-akita-club.org /rightforyou.html   (632 words)

  
 Dog Owner's Guide Profile: The Akita
Akitas are most striking and impressive creatures with an attitude of nobility and an appearance of strength and power.
The Akita developed in the Akita prefecture, the northernmost region of the island of Honshu.
It is feline in its actions; it is not unusual for an Akita to clean its face after eating, to preen its kennel mate, and to be fastidious in the house.
www.canismajor.com /dog/akita.html   (1693 words)

  
 Akita - OzPets Dog Breed Review
The Akita is the largest of the spitz breeds and on of seven Japanese pure breeds that have been declared a national monument Primarily, the Akita is a working dog.
The Akita is a noble breed - dignified, intelligent, loyal, devoted, courageous, and aloof to strangers.
Akitas can adapt to many different situations and can be marvellous watchdogs (typically not barking unless there's a good reason) and companions.
www.ozpets.com.au /dogs/review/akita.shtml   (360 words)

  
 Akitas: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?
Akitas can be so aggressive with other dogs of the same sex that two males or two females should never be left alone together.
In the mountains of Akita Prefecture in Japan, he was used for bear hunting, guarding, and occasionally for dogfighting.
To keep your Akita in, and to keep other animals and children out, fences should be high, with wire sunk into the ground along the fence line to thwart digging.
www.yourpurebredpuppy.com /reviews/akitas.html   (844 words)

  
 Akita Network - Breed Information
Akitas are classified as “working breed” dogs who have been used for hunting, sled and draft work, and protection of family and home.
Akitas should never be tied to a post or tree because their aggressive and territorial tendency will be intensified.
Akitas are not lawn ornaments and will revert to destructive or aggressive behavior if denied the closeness of their family.
www.akita-friends.com /breed/general.htm   (2641 words)

  
 Facts About Akitas
Akitas are inherently aggressive towards other animals and for this reason, they should not be allowed to run free or roam at will.
Akitas not raised with children are not always tolerant of small children.
Akitas may respond with aggression if treated harshly--do not hit or kick any dog, that sort of behavior means YOU have lost control of yourself and your dog.
www.akitarescue.com /facts.htm   (1451 words)

  
 Akita Tips
Often Akitas raised with children will tolerate their OWN children but not strange children so it is wise to never leave an Akita, or any large dog, alone with children without adult supervision.
Akitas are VERY family-oriented and are not happy when kept apart from their family.
Akitas are not usually hyperactive and fit into a sedentary household; but exercise is important so plan on giving your Akita walking or playing time.
www.heart-of-texas-akita-club.org /akitatips.html   (1447 words)

  
 Breed Profile: The Akita
The Akita is one of seven breeds designated as a natural treasure of his native country of Japan.
The Akita is native to the island of Honshu in the region of Akita in Japan, where it has remained unchanged for centuries.
On hunts, the Akita was trained to go after wild bears and boars, cornering them and then barking until his master arrived with a bow and arrow or spear.
www.sidyboysfoolin.com /Akita.html   (695 words)

  
 Akita
Since Akitas became very popular in the United States, breed fanciers decided to organize clubs and associations to promote the breed and unite their efforts for the preservation of the dog.
Japanese Akita Club of America, Inc. - JACA is dedicated to preserving the Japanese Akita as a separate breed from its American counterpart.
Akita Rescue Society of Florida - ARSF is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to take in homeless, displaced or endangered Akitas so that they can be adopted into loving homes.
www.akita-dogs.com /akitas-clubs-rescues-general-information.htm   (618 words)

  
 < Frerose Kennels > Home of Championship Winning Shiba Inu's and Akita Dogs
A number of people have successfully trained their Akita’s to hunt, even including water retrieving, and of course there is a lot of hunting in the breed’s background.
Like most dogs, an Akita who is raised with a cat, a chick cow, or Any other pet as a companion will grow up with a regard for the pet, Just as he has a fond regard for the family.
The Akita was developed as a hunting dog in Akita Prefecture, in northernmost province of the island of Honshu, Japan.
www.frerosekennels.com   (1301 words)

  
 Akita
Akitas were used in male-female pairs to hunt game such as bear, wild boar, and deer.
Generally, the Akita is quietly dignified and not prone to barking.
Since the Akita is a protective dog with a hunter's instincts, he is best suited to a single pet home.
www.ameridogs.com /BreedAkita.htm   (338 words)

  
 Akita history   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
The Akita (American Type) is majestic and dignified in appearance, an immensely powerful and imposing animal with a massive head and chest, head suggestive of a bear.
Akitas require a great deal of socialization as puppies, and obedience training is very important as they are dominant dogs, and because of their fighting and hunting background, most Akitas are very dog and small animal aggressive.
How the Akita views its' "pack" or family role, (whether the Akita or the owners are the "alpha", or in what position it sees itself as) is a concern either way, and the responsible parties need specific knowledge on how to deal with the behavior these roles may bring.
www.myakita.com /history1.html   (2537 words)

  
 Akita Photo And Picture Contest   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
The Akita is one of seven breeds designated as a national monument in his native country of Japan.
In July 1931, the government of Japan designated the Akita breed as a national monument and as one of Japan's national treasures.
The Akita is a powerfully built dog originally developed to hunt bears in Japan.
www.astralenterprise.com /akita.htm   (149 words)

  
 Akita, akitas, dog breeders, puppies
Akitas are the largest of the Japanese Spitz-type breeds and have webbed feet and are very strong swimmers.
Akitas date back over three hundred years and take their name from the prefecture of Akita in northern Japan.
Developed in 1630 by a Samurai the Akita was produced to be an excellent fighter and guardian.
www.puppydogweb.com /caninebreeds/akitas.htm   (219 words)

  
 Akita Inu, Ken, akita inu, Frey, dog, puppies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
During the Tokugawa and Taisho epochs (1603-1925) the Akita was thought to be the companion of the Samurai.
The Akita is an extremely intelligent breed, demonstrating nobility and dignity.
The Akita is very hard to provoke, and as such is not suited as a security dog.
www.akita-frey.ch /breed.htm   (1135 words)

  
 Akitas in training   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Your Akita is extremely intelligent, strong and stubborn.
You want your Akita to be a member of the family and understand what membership in your family means.
Akitas are fiercely independent and difficult to train.
www.thehatch-pack.com /akitas-pack.htm   (647 words)

  
 Akita Club of Alberta   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
We are proud to be guardians of the most magnificent, majestic breed known to man. People often ask us what we like the most about this breed and we often reply ‘their dignity’.
From puppy hood through to their senior years the Akita has a dignity that is unimaginable, unless experienced.
The Akita is a working breed with a strong intelligence and nature and as such should be owned by people with those same qualities.
www.akita.ab.ca   (218 words)

  
 Akita on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Akita (the capital), Noshiro (the chief port), Tsushisoki, and Yokote are centers of population.
Akita embraces the "other Olympics": Ogasawara Naoki reports on a summer of World Games excitement.
A novel locus, Mody4, distal to D7Mit189 on chromosome 7 determines early-onset NIDDM in nonobese C57BL/6 (Akita) mutant mice.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/A/Akita.asp   (632 words)

  
 Akita - BigPawsOnly   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Akitas are mild-mannered, cautious, intelligent, active and loyal dogs.
The most common colors for the Akita in America and Europe tend to be fl or brown and white with a fl muzzle.
Akita’s are known to be prone to the following diseases: hip and elbow dysplasia, thyroid problems, immune diseases, skin problems like SA and eyes (PRA, Micro, entropion), the patella and other problems with the knees.
www.bigpawsonly.com /wiki/index.php/Akita   (641 words)

  
 Akita
Originally called the Akita Matagi (dog that hunts bears), this breed is a medium size hunting dog.
The ancestors of the Akita may have been Chinese breeds which were later crossed with a mastiff and the Tosa.
The Akita was long used as a large game hunting dog and for dog fighting.
www.furrycritter.com /resources/dogs/Akita.htm   (294 words)

  
 Media-Akita   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
For most Japanese, the most famous Akita is the Chuken Hachiko, which means "loyal Hachiko" but is usually simply known as Hachiko.
The ancestors of the Akita breed are said to have come to Japan before Japan and the European continent were separated by the Sea of Japan.
Akitas were needed as guard dogs during that confused time.
www.media-akita.or.jp /akita-inu/akitas-introdE.html   (450 words)

  
 Akita, Dog Breed Information Center®, Akitas, Dog Breeders, Dogs, Puppies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
The Akita is slightly longer than he is tall with a broad, deep chest and level back.
The nose is generally fl (brown is permitted on white Akita's, but fl is preferred); the lips are fl and the tongue is pink.
In Japan, small statues of the Akita are often sent to ill people to express a wish for their speedy recovery, and to parents of newborn children to symbolize health.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /akita.htm   (722 words)

  
 Akita Breed Information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
The Akita is large, powerful, alert, with much substance and heavy bone.
Akitas have webbed feet and are very strong swimmers.
Akitas need space and should not be confined.
www.terrificpets.com /dog_breeds/akitas.asp   (274 words)

  
 AKITA Drilling Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
AKITA Drilling Ltd. is a premium oil and gas drilling contractor with operations throughout Western Canada and the northern territories.
In addition to conventional drilling services, the Company is active in directional, horizontal and underbalanced drilling and provides specialized drilling services to a broad range of independent and multinational oil and gas companies.
AKITA employs at full operations approximately 600 people operating 36 drilling rigs in all depth ranges.
www.akita-drilling.com   (125 words)

  
 Akita pictures
The main function of the Akita Inu was hunting large animals and serving as a guardian.
The Akita was crossed with the Tosa Shikoku, the ancestor of the modern Tosa Inu, and some other molloser dogs such as English Mastiffs, Great Danes, and Saint Bernards.
Helen Keller was the first to bring the Akita dog to the United States.
www.akita-dogs.com /akitas-pictures.htm   (522 words)

  
 Midwest Akita Rescue Society - Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
He was scared and depressed, but like most Akitas in similar situations Maxwell quickly won the hearts of the shelter staff.
After a successful "interview" with an Akita breeder, Maxwell was quickly signed on by MARS.
While at the vet clinic for his employment physical, which he passed with flying colors, the staff quickly saw through his tough guy disguise and found an exceptionally sweet and affectionate Akita.
www.akitas.org   (212 words)

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