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Workinglarge🌍 Japanfamily protector and guardian
Akita
Dignified, loyal, strong-willed, reserved
Popularity
750
Large guardian spitz; loyal and imposing, needs firm, consistent handling.
Lifespan
10–13 years
Coat
double coat with thick soft dense undercoat and straight harsh outer coat
Colors
white, brindle, red, sesame, with or without mask
Male height
26–28 in
Female height
24–26 in
Male weight
100–130 lb
Female weight
70–100 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
3
Trainability
3
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
5
Prey drive
3
Barking
2
Household fit
Kid friendly
3
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
1
Good with other dogs
2
Good with strangers
2
Care & environment
Shedding
4
Grooming
3
Drooling
2
Coat length
3
Exercise needs
4
Heat tolerance
2
Cold tolerance
4
