i have a toy poodle and a lab mix, so i am wondering if an akita would be like too big or about the size of my lab mix
2006-07-16 20:15:45 · 7 answers · asked by estefany v 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I've had a female akita for 9 years now and she is 80 pounds. Males can get alot bigger though. A friend of mine use to breed them and her male was about110 pounds!! They average about the size of a german sheppard. But I have to tell you, most akitas are not good with other breeds of dogs. Akitas were bred from wolves and were cold weather hunting dogs. I know that all dogs are how you raise them, but Sheeba,my dog, is the nicest in the world with people, but does not get along with other dogs. Shes been like that since she was a pup and we NEVER taught her to be that way. Unfortunately thats just how they are. But shes smart as a whip. LOVES the winter time!! She'll sleep right in the snow. They don't like hot weather, and she sheds big time!! Twice a year she loses her coat and its EVERYWHERE!! Just make sure you brush him/her daily. It'll reduce some of the shedding. Overall, their great dogs!!!
2006-07-16 20:29:37 · answer #1 · answered by Stacey G 2 · 5⤊ 0⤋
There are two sizes of Akita. One is a medium breed that reaches about 16-17 inches tall and about 40 - 60 pounds. The other is the large Akita and measures 27 at the shoulder and weighs in at 110 to 140. Mine was extra large and weighed in at 140, and was 27" at the shoulder.
The thing to remember about Akita's is that they are very jealous and territorial animals. They don't like to share their owner or the house.
It is hard to tell if you have a medium or a large Akita until they are growing. You will need to use a trusted kennel.
Contrary to popular thought, Akita's are Japanese dogs bred from two types of Chow. They have no relation to wolves other than the canine relation that all dogs have. They were originally bred to watch the kids while the parents were in the fields. They were excellent at keeping away predators and at keeping the kids corralled at the home.
The first Akita was brought to this country by Helen Keller. She was given a puppy by the Japanese government.
2006-07-17 02:25:05 · answer #2 · answered by nik named mom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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how big do akitas get?
i have a toy poodle and a lab mix, so i am wondering if an akita would be like too big or about the size of my lab mix
2015-08-18 05:19:17 · answer #3 · answered by Ranee 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Males 26 to 28 inches at the withers; bitches 24 to 26 inches. Disqualification--dogs under 25 inches; bitches under 23 inches.
From: http://www.akc.org/breeds/akita/
Weight: Dogs 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg.) Bitches 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg.)
From:http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/akita.htm
2006-07-16 20:24:25 · answer #4 · answered by OU812 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Akitas are powerful and aggressive dogs. If I were you, I think about getting a labrador or husky.
2006-07-17 01:54:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
a little bit bigger than the lab mix. My daughter's dog is Akita and lab mix, and he is thicker through the chest and about 2 inches taller at the shoulder than her neighbour's lab. He is a much nicer dog, too.
2006-07-16 20:20:33 · answer #6 · answered by judy_r8 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Between 40 to 50 lbs .
2006-07-16 20:18:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
hi nice choice of dog as long as you dont mind a dog that when he stands on his back legs he'll reach 6feet easily and weigh about 10 stone as an adult dog and have the appietite of a horse
2006-07-16 20:38:57 · answer #8 · answered by a parent hows been there !! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do believe STACEY G gave alot of insite on this breed. She has experience with them and was honest. Research the breed.
2006-07-16 21:20:09 · answer #9 · answered by okiewenee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋