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Question

I need more information on Akitas, and I have read everything I possibly could, on internet, and have to get an opinion from my pplz.:) So, I'm thinking about getting an easy to train guard dog, and i know pplz say german shepherd, but, im only asking u about akitas. So, ppl tell me that akitas r the wrong way to go. That they aren't guarding, can't attack at all, are hard to train, and so I need an opinion or help. Plz emial me at [e-mail] for any thing else. but plz post it here. Thanx.

Answer 1

I looked some things up on the internet for you, so you can check out the websites below. The links give you information on how their behavior, personality, size, playfulness, etc is.
Good luck

Answer 2

Akitas are a naturally protective breed if well treated by their person. I trust you are not looking for a attack dog as such and for all the wrong reasons! If you are wanting a dog that will be devoted enough to protect you and family in case you are in danger then the Akita will fit right in.

They can get over protective. You will need to work with the dog, hopefully a pup or young adult dog to curb unwanted over protective nature. Needs to be socialized to others. Put through basic obedience classes. Leash train so it doesn't pull, strong dogs!

All dogs are capable of loving their people enough to protect when needed. Some breeds are just more protective, some like Akitas are kind of possessive of their people and that needs to be watched. You don't want a dog that won;t let anyone come around you.

My Akita mix is my main protection dog, not my Pit! Pit loves everyone. Nakita takes awhile to warm up to friends coming over before they can come thru the gate. If not home, they'd best not try! No training needed, just the nature. Reach over the fence and she will nip--unless she really knows the person and likes them and knows I really like them being here. Real smart dogs.

You might look for a Akita rescue in area and check with them.

Answer 3

Please speak with an Akita breed rescue in your area. I have 2 Akita's and am active in Akita rescue, but you really need to see some Akita's in person.

They are not all easy to train. House-train yes, obedience is tougher. They are independent and think for themselves, sometimes 2 plus 2 = 5. They are naturally very protective. What exactly do you want an Akita for? They shed heavily 2 times a year massive amounts. Mine are longcoats...and they matt if you don't brush them daily. They MUST be indoor family dogs.

They are intensely loyal, and may only bond with one person or may bond with the entire house.

They may or may not like kids....some don't. Some will only like your kids, and will protect your kids from their friends. That's not so good.

Some are very dog aggressive. Pay close attention to the breeder and the parents/grandparents of the pups. The pups are easy going happy balls of fluff, but the adults usually won't get along with the same sex dog. Some don't get along with any other dog.

They are usually quiet. Not alarm barkers.

Please read the info at Akita Club of America

http://www.akitaclub.org/

Answer 4

Akitas are guard dogs. That is what they were bred to do but they decide when it is a genuine threat and might not attack on command. They are stubborn and so are not easy to train but they can excell at obedience with the right owner. Think carefully about what you want in a guard dog. Do you want a dog that will protect your stuff? Do you want a dog that makes people decide to not attack you or steal your stuff? Do you want a dog who lays in wait? Also training methods make a big difference in what a dog will do. My style of training makes a dog who will act defensively other styles of training make a dog who will attack on command and other styles will make a dog who will just attack. Akitas are cute but challenging. An Akita will do what you want but with a lot of work. They aren't what I would recommend but then I wouldn't recommend getting a dog to be a guard dog. My pet and companion and friend would defend me with his life and that is what I want in a dog. That may be what you want too. Good luck on finding a furry protector.

Answer 5

I posted on your other question, but I will say it again.
I have a 7 year old Akita. She fits all the things you mentioned on your other question. She is a great dog! They are easy to train and are very loyal. They can be protective when they need to be. Our Akita protected my mom from another dog a few years ago. Wouldn't let the aggressive dog get anywhere near my mom. My dog actually went up the steps backwards never taking her eyes off the other dog. They are not aggressive dogs, just protective when they need to be.
Go with the Akita. You will be very happy!

Answer 6

As been said, many Akitas don't particularly care for children that aren't their 'own' kids. While your Akita might very well tolerate anything your own kids can dish out, will be totally devoted to your own kids, when your own kids bring over friends, when children of friends/family come over, very often your Akita will need to be locked up for the safety of those 'strange' kids.

For this reason alone, I will never own an Akita.

Here's a list of numerous breeds considered to be good 'guard' dogs: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/guarddogs.htm

Answer 7

We used to keep Akitas. They are great dogs - very protective and good with children. However, make sure you get your Akita from a reputable breeder and spend some time and money (if necessary) on training.

Answer 8

At this stage it sounds as if you need to find Akita owners in your area so you can interact some with their dogs and quiz the owners. Craig's List is a great place to inquire about these things.

Answer 9

queensland heelers make the best guard\protection dogs.

Answer 10

Brit seems to know what she is talking about.