Aisha P.

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I recommend them for families or active individuals. However, be prepared for their independent nature! They will need consistent training and socialization to be well-rounded.

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My Akita once chased his own tail for like 10 minutes straight. It was hilarious!

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For sure, my Akita has a favorite. He adores my dad and always seems to wait for him to come home. It's cute, but I sometimes wish he'd give me more love too!

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What's the funniest thing your Akitainu has ever done?

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They are generally great with children, as long as they are socialized early.

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The playful side! Akitas are surprisingly goofy when they want to be.

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Does your Akitainu have one favorite person?

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My Akita can be really aloof at first, but eventually warms up.

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Would you recommend an Akita to someone getting their first dog?

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One bush and all my work is gone too. Leave-in spray midweek saved me. Full bath day is when the coat actually looks silky. My groomer told me to brush in sections, not top to bottom in a rush. Game changer. Worth a look: https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/akita/

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My Japanese Akitainu pretends not to care when I get home... then quietly follows me into every room 😂 Does your dog do the same?

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Tell guests upfront that Akitas are not golden retriever energy. Most people get it. Sakura will sometimes approach on her own terms after a few minutes. That is a win. Forcing it never worked for us.

answer · Akita

Tell guests upfront that Akitas are not golden retriever energy. Most people get it. Sakura will sometimes approach on her own terms after a few minutes. That is a win. Forcing it never worked for us.