15 Amazing Facts About Akita Inus You Probably Never Knew

Akita Inu is spitz-like dogs bred in northern Japan (Akita prefecture). They have a muscular build and dense short hair. The character is dominant, independent, requiring persistent training and a respectful attitude. This breed is suitable for experienced dog breeders, calm, self-confident people. There are two lines that are sometimes classified as different breeds: the Akita Inu (“authentic” subspecies) and the American Akita.

Literally, the name of the breed is translated as a dog from Akita.

These dogs have been living in Japan for more than eight thousand years, as evidenced by archaeological finds and conclusions of historians.

The ancestors of this breed are the Japanese hunting dogs Matagi Inu.