Akita
Large breed · Japan
The Akita is Japan's most revered dog — a powerful, dignified breed that symbolizes good health and loyalty. Known worldwide through the story of Hachiko, Akitas are devoted to their family but naturally wary of strangers.
Breed Statistics
- 10–14 yrs
- Lifespan
- 32–59 kg
- Weight
- 60 min/day
- Exercise
- Regular brushing
- Grooming
Temperament
- Dignified
- Courageous
- Loyal
- Wary
- Alert
Daily Calorie Range
1200–1800 kcal/day
For an average adult Akita. Adjust for weight, age, and activity level.
5 Facts About the Akita
- 1
Hachiko, the world's most famous Akita, continued waiting at a Tokyo train station every day for nine years after his owner died.
- 2
In Japan, Akitas are a symbol of good health and happiness — sick children are often given small Akita figurines as a get-well gesture.
- 3
The Akita is one of Japan's designated natural monuments and national treasures.
- 4
Helen Keller is credited with bringing the first Akita to the United States after being gifted one in 1937.
- 5
Akitas were originally bred to hunt wild boar, deer, and the Yezo bear in the mountains of northern Japan.
Akita Age Calculator
Affects aging rate — giants age fastest.