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  Description:
The Akita is large, powerful, alert, with much substance and heavy bone. He has a deep muzzle, small eyes and erect ears, and a large curled tail. Renown for his fierce love, loyalty and obedience to his owner. He is the largest of the Japanese Spitz-type breeds. Akitas have webbed feet and are very strong swimmers. Akitas need space and should not be confined.
Group:
Working (AKC)
Use or Role:
Guardian
NORMAL SIZE:
Weight: 70-110 poundsHeight: 24 to 28 inches
Average Lifespan:
12 years
American Kennel Club:
Accepted Breed: YesAKC Ranking: 34
National Club:
Akita Club of America
Breed Rescue:
Akita Club of America Rescue

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