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# The Akita Inu: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Japan
Noble and faithful Japanese dog, the Akita Inu combines calm, dignity and a strong character.
Size LargeLife expectancy 11–15 yearsBudget ≈ €140/monthPuppy €1,000 – €1,500
[Find a breeder 58](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=akita-inu)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Good
Daily exercise needs Moderate
Apartment living Very good
First-time owners Very good
Other pets Fair
Tolerance of being alone Limited
Guarding instinct Very good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Calm on a daily basis: His calm temperament makes him a pleasant companion in a structured household.
- Great loyalty: He develops a deep attachment to his family circle.
- Good guard dog: His natural wariness of strangers gives him a real deterrent presence.
- Assertive temperament: Its independence requires a consistent and experienced owner in the relationship.
- Variable compatibility with other dogs: Living with other animals requires serious and cautious socialization.
- Pronounced shedding: It loses a lot of hair during seasonal shedding periods.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Calm families: He appreciates stable, predictable households that are present on a daily basis.
- Consistent owners: He is suited to people capable of educating with firmness, calm and consistency.
- Life in a house or well-structured apartment: He adapts to different living environments if outings remain regular.
Not recommended for
- People who are often absent: He does not cope well with a distant relationship and needs a real bond with his family.
- Disorganized households: An inconsistent framework can complicate his upbringing and accentuate his independence.
- Improvised animal cohabitation: His relationship with other animals should not be taken lightly.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
64 cmAkita Inu
- Height at the withers
- 58–70 cm
- Weight
- 30–52 kg
- Coat
- Short, dense
- FCI group
- 5
- Origin
- Japan
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Akita Inu in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Akita Inu is a Japanese breed originating from Akita Province. From the 17th century, its ancestors, called Akita Matagis, were used for big-game hunting and fighting. In the 19th century, the breed underwent crossbreeding with the Tosa and the Mastiff before being gradually restored. After the ban on fighting in 1908, selective breeding work helped preserve its type. Designated a Historic Monument in Japan in 1931, the Akita Inu nearly disappeared during World War II before being saved by passionate breeders. The FCI recognized the breed in 1964.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Akita Inu is a large Spitz-type dog, sturdy, compact and well proportioned. Its body is powerful, with pronounced musculature, a straight and solid back, and a thick tail carried curled over the back. Its broad head, its small triangular ears erect and pointing forward, and its dark almond-shaped eyes give it an expression that is both calm and alert. Its outer coat is fairly short and harsh, with a dense undercoat that protects it well from cold and bad weather.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Calm, very attached to his family circle and naturally dignified, the Akita Inu is affectionate with his own while remaining wary of strangers. His independent temperament and strong character require a consistent owner. Well socialized, he can be patient with children, but he is not always spontaneous with other animals.
Affectionate Intelligent Protective
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, the Akita Inu is a calm, discreet dog and relatively not very barky. It can live just as well in a house as in an apartment if its outings are regular and if its need for stability is respected. It likes to observe its environment, stay close to its family and alternate calm moments and moderate walks.
Training
## Training and socialization
The Akita Inu needs early, firm, fair and consistent training. Its intelligence is real, but its independence can make it less cooperative than a dog that is naturally very obedient. The relationship of trust with its owner is essential, as is careful socialization from the youngest age to limit distrust and tensions with its fellow dogs.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Akita Inu
The price of an Akita Inu varies mainly according to the quality of the lineage, the reputation of the breeding kennel, the health tests carried out and compliance with the standard. A well-selected puppy represents a significant initial investment, generally consistent with the breeding work required by the breed.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/akita-inu/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Akita Inu is overall a robust breed, able to withstand varied climatic conditions well, especially the cold. Like many selected breeds, it nevertheless has a few hereditary predispositions that justify careful veterinary monitoring and a rigorous choice of breeder.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/akita-inu/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Akita Inu can be selective about food and sometimes does not tolerate certain formulas rich in cereals well. Its diet must remain of good quality, digestible and adapted to its age, its size and its activity level.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/akita-inu/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Akita Inu is worldwide associated with Hachiko, a dog that became a symbol of loyalty in Japan for having waited every day for his missing master at Shibuya Station for years. His story inspired several books, a statue that became famous in Tokyo and a film adaptation.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Akita Inu
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Akita Inu easy to live with as a family?
Yes, provided its temperament is respected. It is a calm and affectionate dog with its family, but it needs consistent training, good socialization, and a stable environment.
### Can the Akita Inu handle apartment living?
Yes, it can adapt to it thanks to its calm and discreet temperament, if its daily outings are sufficient and its stimulation needs are met.
## Find a Akita Inu breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Akita Inu breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Akita Inu breeders in Nouvelle-Aquitaine10](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/nouvelle-aquitaine) [Akita Inu breeders in Pays de la Loire6](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/pays-de-la-loire) [Akita Inu breeders in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté6](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/bourgogne-franche-comte) [Akita Inu breeders in Normandy6](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/normandy) [Akita Inu breeders in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes6](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/auvergne-rhone-alpes) [Akita Inu breeders in Occitanie5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/occitanie) [Akita Inu breeders in Hauts-de-France5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/hauts-de-france) [Akita Inu breeders in Centre-Val de Loire4](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/centre-val-de-loire)
### Akita Inu breeders by country
[58 breeders of Akita Inu in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu) [49 breeders of Akita Inu in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/italy) [34 breeders of Akita Inu in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/germany) [5 breeders of Akita Inu in Croatia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/croatia) [5 breeders of Akita Inu in Poland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/poland) [3 breeders of Akita Inu in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/austria) [3 breeders of Akita Inu in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/united-kingdom) [2 breeders of Akita Inu in Belgium](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/belgium) [2 breeders of Akita Inu in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/denmark) [2 breeders of Akita Inu in Lithuania](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu/lithuania)
[All breeders of Akita Inu in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu)
## Ready to welcome a Akita Inu?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-akita-inu)
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