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Allergies in Dogs
Does your dog have allergies? It is interesting how dogs experience many of the health issues that humans do, including allergies.
Dog allergies can include skin allergies, dog food allergies (particularly corn and soy), house dust and dust mites,...
BARF and Raw Food for Dogs
Holistic Nutrition - The BARF Raw Food Diet
A critique by John Burns BVMS MRCVS
The BARF ("Bones and Raw Food" or "Biologically Appropriate Raw
Food") diet is a system of holistic nutrition which is
championed by Dr Ian Billinghurst who...
Dachshund Complete Profile
Key Facts: Size: Small - medium Height: Standard variety: 22 cm (9 in) Miniature variety: 12 cm (5 in) Weight: Standard variety: 6.5 - 11.5 kg (15-25 lb). Miniature variety: 4.5 kg (9-10 lb). Life Span: 13 years Grooming: Varies with variety...
Dog Health Care: What You Should Know
Dog health care means more than a yearly trip to the vet. Now more than ever, a dog's health problems can be prevented, cured, or alleviated, just like many human woes. Preventative Dog Health Care • Annual checkups with routine blood test and...
Scottish Terrier Rescue - For the Love of Scotties
Purebred dogs of all breeds can be found in shelters, and volunteers can be found in every state to seek them out. Scottish Terriers, West Highland White Terriers, and even breeds considered rare, all pass through shelters every year. Those who...
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Meet the Akita - Akita Inu
The Akita is a large dog weighing between 75 and 120 pounds and
up to 28" in height. Of the Japanese Spitz-type breeds, the
Akita is the largest. Pronounced AH-ki-ta in Japan and a-KEE-ta
in the western world, the Akita is a powerful, top notch
watchdog and protector of his family and territory.
The AKC recognizes Akitas in any color including pinto, white or
brindle. Colors are clear and brilliant. All white Akitas do not
have a mask whereas other colors tend to have one. The soft,
undercoat can be a different color than the outer coat. The
harsh, thick outer coat requires regular grooming.
This large, energetic dog is extremely protective of family and
territory. For this reason, they might be aggressive to other
animal and children that they don't know if they feel that their
territory is being invaded. They do best with older, well
behaved children and are not recommended for children who might
mistreat or tease them. They should be kept in a fenced in yard
and never allowed to roam free. The Akita can be a loving,
affectionate dog when properly treated.
Early training and
socialization is highly recommended for this breed. They require
regular exercise and love to be with their family.
The Akita is a native of Japan and dates back to the 1600s to
the Island of Honshu. It is the national dog of Japan and highly
revered by the Japanese. You can find statues and Akita art
throughout the country. Originally used as a military dog, guard
dog and hunting dog, the Akita has not lost these watchdog
instincts. Helen Keller was the first person in the US to own an
Akita.
A breed with such a high instincts to protect and patrol his
surroundings makes for an awesome guard dog. Depending on your
family dynamics, the Akita may be ideal for your pet companion
needs. Those with lots of other pets or small children might
want to do more research before bringing and Akita into your
home.
About the author:
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sister blog http://www.doggylog.com/ For more information on the
Akita visit our dog breed page at
http://www.deardoggy.com/dog_breeds/akita/
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