portrait of an American Akita
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American Akita

The American Akita, a powerful working breed, first originated in Japan as the Akita Inu. The breed later evolved in the United States, where they were bred to be larger and more imposing. As a result of this careful process, the American Akita is notably larger than their Japanese Akita Inu relative. With a broad head, erect ears, and a curled…

Statistics
Height
Up to 28" at the shoulder
Weight
Females: 80-100 pounds | Males 100-130 pounds
Life Span
10-15 years
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