Looking for an Akita pup, how to find a reputable breeder?

Question

i used to have akitas and would really like to get a new pup....i almost bought one from a guy in missouri, he told me they had 6 females and that i'd be able to get one anytime and he would ship but i read that there are alot of puppy mills in missouri, so decided against it (the line about the 6 females being the deciding factor).......I live in wisconsin and i dont know where to find a good breeder, but i really cant afford a 1000 dollar pup.....can someone help me?

Answer 1

Considering rescue (as someone else suggested) is a great option. If, however, you are determined to start with a small puppy, your best bet is to check the Akita Club of America's breeder listings:

http://www.akitaclub.org/info/breeders.html

Keep in mind the proper questions to ask when talking to a breeder (also listed in another answer).
http://www.dogplay.com/GettingDog/where.html

Good luck!

Answer 2

The best way of finding a reputable breeder is by asking the breeders in your area good questions, such as -

1) Have you had OFA / CERF certifications done on your dogs? (Breeders should have health checks such as these done on all of their breeding stock.)
2) Are your dogs AKC registered?
3) Can I see the dogs' pedigree?
(Are there any titles on the dogs in the pedigree? Show titles? Working titles? What are they?)
4) What are your guarantees?
(Will the breeder back up the health of the dogs by offering replacement or reimbursement if the pup doesn't pass OFA or CERF? Will the breeder refund or replace if there's something genetically or otherwise wrong with the pup?)
5) What do you require before purchase?
(Good breeders should require a home visit.)
6) What happens if I can't keep the dog?
(Good breeders will ask that you return the dog to them and they will find it a new home.)

If you can't afford big money for an Akita pup, have you considered adopting an Akita from a rescue? There's an Akita rescue located in Wisconsin, Great Lakes Akita Rescue, online at http://www.wglar.org/ A rescue can help place the right dog for you with you as they often know their dogs well through fostering or working with them.

Answer 3

http://www.shoboakitas.com/breederpuppynetwork.html

This web site lists reputable akita breeders and the health clearances of the sire/dam as well as the due date of the pups and/or how many are available. All of these breeders require you to sign a contract with them regarding the spay/neuter of the animal. It is no big deal as long as you aren't planning on breeding the akita. Reputable breeders care about who takes their puppies. These puppies also come with health guarantees and clearances. This is the #1 place to find a quality akita - many health and temperment issues are in this breed - you want to make sure you get a nice, sound dog.

There isn't much there now on that site, but a lot of breeders usually do a spring litter. If you are willing to be patient, the right pup might become available for you in the spring/early summer.

There are other sites as well, check the Akita Club of America's breeder listing. http://www.akitaclub.org/info/breeders.html

Also - a pet quality pup from a reputable breeder should not cost more than $850 or so, but it is no less than $700 (and that's in rare instances). If you are looking for a show quality pup, it will cost a great deal more!

Keep in mind that the overall cost of a pup includes 3 vet visits with shots, the spay/neuter, food, flea/tick/heartworm, training, etc. Puppies are not cheap and many breeders are going to want to know that you kept up with this. Most require the spay/neuter certificate at 6 months.

If all that is mind-boggling to you - well, I suggest you get in touch with MARS. (Midwest Akita Rescue)
http://www.akitas.org/orphans.html

Those dogs are already up-to-date on shots, spayed/neutered, pre-screened for temperment and trainability, and are healthy and ready to be adopted to a permanent home. They are also a LOT cheaper!!!

Answer 4

There's also another Akita rescue group in Chicago called MARS. http://www.akitas.org/orphans.html Other than that, if you're really wanting a puppy I'd go with what someone else suggested and try www.akc.org and look up Akita to find breeders. If you can't afford to spend that much maybe you should consider rescue or shelter adoption ;)

Answer 5

The breeder ought to have executed the hips/thyroid tests formerly breeding so please examine with them and notice evidence formerly you get your pup. you have of course carried out a splash learn on the breed, yet this could preclude some heartbreak contained sooner or later. with connection with 'breed' standards contained in the united kingdom we classify eastern Akitas and American Akitas as seperate breeds so based which breed you're starting to be to be, it may desire to or may be breed extensive-unfold, yet whilst your first precedence is to have a relatives puppy then that's no longer an argument. reliable decision on getting a male, as you're in all hazard conscious there could some subject concerns with 2 bitches. Your 5 month previous sounds dazzling, all wonderful breeds mixed jointly, yet will in all hazard be incredibly dominant as she grows up. you additionally can get 'breed' extensive-unfold Akitas from welfare shelters, which might grant you with the possibility to work out the form you pup and the recent addition get on. get exhilaration from your %. :-)

Answer 6

I live in California and I love Akita's...but unfortunatlly the only information I have about a breeder is one that is in Southern California. Here is the info:

Cindy Carlson
Hanko Akitas

P.O. Box 416
Montclair, Ca. 91763

Phone: [phone]
Fzx: 909-621-2980
Email us @
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Visit our Website @
www.hankoakitas.com

Your lucky I've kept the card on me all these years :P but I hope they are still in business or something hehe. Good luck

Answer 7

Go to akc.org and look up your breed. This site will usually refer you to not only information about the breed, but reputable breeders as well.

Also, search what questions to ask a potential breeder and you van always go to puppyfind.com, but I would definitely check with AKC