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Akita (dog breed) The Akita (秋田, Akita, Japanese pronunciation: [akʲita]) is a Japanese dog breed of large size. Originating from the mountains of northern Japan, the Akita has a short double coat similar to that of many other northern spitz breeds. Historically, they were used by matagi for guarding and the hunting of bears.
5. Akita. Average Height: 24-28 inches Average Weight: 70-130 pounds Temperament: Loyal, Brave Shedding Factor: Seasonal Activity Level: High Life Expectancy: 10-13 years Say hello to one of the ...
Description of the ideal size of the breed varies. In Japan, the ideal size for males are described as 30–38 cm at the withers, with females somewhat smaller; (the Japanese standard is the one published by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale for international dog competitions.) [4] In the UK, the Kennel Club describes the size as 34–37 cm (13–15 in) at the withers with females 30 ...
Akita dogs revealed the most non-uniformity at that time, when compared to medium and small Japanese dogs, due to being outcrossed to the Tosa fighting dog, and other Imported foreign dogs. Then in 1934, the first Japanese breed standard for the Akita Inu was listed, following the breed's declaration as a natural monument of Japan.
In dog shows, also referred to as "breed shows", a judge familiar with the specific dog breed evaluates individual purebred dogs for conformity with their established breed type as described in a breed standard. [213] Weight pulling, a dog sport involving pulling weight, has been criticized for promoting doping and for its risk of injury. [214]
Basenji. According to the Basenji Club of America, this African dog breed has always been considered one of the oldest in the world. Drawings of these dogs have been found in cave paintings in ...
Hachikō. Faithfully waiting for the return of his deceased owner for more than nine years until his death. Hachikō (ハチ公, November 10, 1923 – March 8, 1935) was a Japanese Akita dog remembered for his remarkable loyalty to his owner, Hidesaburō Ueno, for whom he continued to wait for over nine years following Ueno's death. [2 ...
Dog (domestic dog) The Alaskan Malamute (/ ˈmæləˌmjuːt /) is a large breed of dog that was originally bred for its strength and endurance, to haul heavy freight as a sled dog, and as a hound. [ 2 ] It is similar to other arctic breeds such as the husky, the spitz, the Greenland Dog, Canadian Eskimo Dog, the Siberian Husky, and the Samoyed.