The Japanese Akita Inu is the original pure Japanese Akita, revered across Japan for his beauty, loyalty and dignity. He has even been made a ‘national monument’ of Japan. Famous for Hachiko, a sad tale of a loyal Akita who waited for his master for 9 years after his death.
Today I meet several top show dogs of the old type Japanese Akita, curtesy of Maureen Chapman – a renowned British Akita expert who was one of the first to import these akitas from Japan to the UK and respected for her hard work in improving the breed. Today we discuss everything about the breed – the coat, colours, temperament, training, socialisation, puppy hood, showing and the difference between the Japanese Akita and the American Akita. We also discuss how so many end up in rescues, because people obtain them for their looks rather than understanding how challenging these dogs can be. The Akita can be one of the most difficult breeds to raise correctly but hopefully today with our ultimate Akita guide, we can set you on the right track.
Maureen Thompson: http://tsoyu.co.uk/
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Presented by Anneka Svenska
Featuring Maureen Thompson of Tsoyu Akitas
Filmed by Ellen Hope Cobb & Dominic Houghton
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49 Comments
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Hi Anneka…your Akita videos are really helpful when it comes to choosing this magnificent breed. These dogs are so much ingrained in the Japanese culture, that people who are either sick or having a baby would be given tiny Akita statues symbolizing health and well-being. I've heard the first record of these dogs in the U.S was from the late 1930s when Helen Keller brought two Akitas with her from Japan. Also, when American soldiers came to Japan in World War 2, they were so impressed by this breed that many decided to bring an Akita back home with them after finishing their military tour. By the way, the Akita depicted on a stamp at 1:29 is Tachibana; one of the few dogs to survive the war.
Lovely dogs soo smart and cheeky. Hard work but it pays off ❤
Back in the 80’s, my first roommate on HHI, SC, had a black/silver American Akita male named Shogun. Beautiful beast of a dog. Very intelligent & very aloof—he DID know that he was “better”. He 8 I bonded almost immediately. My roomie worked nights & I worked days. Shogun would alternate his bed location accordingly. I finally put another bed in my room for him. 😂🤣😂❤️❤️❤️
I met an American Akita briefly a few years ago. The owner did have trouble controlling him, as he was quite boisterous. The dog was friendly, but too in your face for most people. I liked him though.
A beauty
It definitely takes an experienced owner for this breed, but, it is absolutely worth it. Love them & would love to have one in my family.
This might be the most beautiful dog breed ever.
Thank you for this excellent video. They are the most wonderful dogs. I'm on my third (American) Akita and all three have been great characters. They're definitely not for everyone, but if you're an experienced owner you'll never find another breed to match them!
It’s like Caesar says, there is no such thing as a bad dog, only bad dog owners. They are definitely not for the first time dog owner. As with any breed you have to do your homework. It’s a commitment. Do you have the time to put in the work ? I rescued a Great Pyrenees. I have friends who would NEVER deal with the shedding. I vacuum twice a day and that’s not enough. I know I could never have an Akita because I am a pushover 😅
I have two Akitas, both male, father and son. We've been attacked numerous times, other dogs are usualy afraid and run away from us or they attack us and then they run away 😅 I always tought it had something to do with their scent but as is turns out (watching this video) it's the ears 😂
People love them, kids always chase them just to pet them 😂 and older people always comment how beautiful they are.
They really are one of the best breeds.
There were two reasons in the O J Simpson trial that made me know that he was guilty. Nichol’s Akita was one of them. No stranger is going to approach a woman with an Akita and try to kill her. They would not get within 3 feet of her
We lost my Japanese Akita in 2023 at 18years 5months she was a brindle female with white paws and a white spot on her chest she was the perfect dog no prey drive our 11 cats were the bosses which she protected from foxes as well as our other 3 dogs she was used as a medical assistance dog as she had to be able to pull a 16 stone man away from certain chemicals and spent time on the children's and old aged wards in the hospital, she had a very long and happy life from when we rescued her when she was 7 years old after the previous owner tried to force breed her and she turned round and neutered the dog and she was sued but her insurance would not cover her, Ebony Bear is missed and our new very very large short haired Giant Alaskan Malamute has some big paws to fill.
Those dogs even look Japanese and that is with all due respect. 😉👍😆
They're such a beautiful dog.
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How beautiful dogs.
Good luck❤
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A great overview of a beautiful and proud canine! I love the story and movie of hachiko, the blonde Akita is amazingly beautiful and impressive. Thanks for creating this video!
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Reminds me of my old neighborhood in Massachusetts, everyone had Shiba Inus, there was 1 I would see often, she was old, but also loved to jump and paw and bite (chew).
9:43 Beautiful.
I have a mix akita/mallamute. Besr friend ever.
That was a beautiful video! Lots of great poses for sketching, an Akita would love growing up on and protecting my Sierra Nevada ranch, I love the red version, what a beauty! Of course I have spoiled my 15 year old beagle/lab rescue dog mix, so an Akita would be a 24 hr a day challenge for me, like having an alien being sharing your home! Dogs are amazing! We don’t really deserve them! 😉
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So sad that these beauties got outbred in the war. Pity humans interfere in nature
Big doge
Another great Japanese Akita Inu breed video by Anneka❤ 👍
The Tsoyu Akita are so gorgeous, posh & majestic looking, and that they are a world class Guard 🐕 breed is plus ✨️ 💛
Beautiful dogs, matching looking Anneka
Omg is that what the meme dog is called? Such a beauty!
I like the Japanese one's appearance better. That said, I have a friend who owned an American one. They need an owner who won't give up on them and takes their possible aggression very seriously.
I have a male akita now almost 4 years old, and prior to that several other breeds for about 30 years. I must say Akita is by far my favorite breed. The only "problem" i have is when he encounters (border) collies (who attacked him when he was a puppy) he loves humans and dogs he knows, but stays by himself if its an unknown adult dog. (He plays and teaches all puppies he meets) It still take him socializing every single day and can notice the difference if he hasn't met any dogs for a few days. He listens and returns really well, but he does love to explore. And he's smart too, he recognizes people and cars for who are my (and in extention, his) friends. Doesn't bark if they come up my driveway. Nor does he bark if people pass the driveway, but as soon as he doesn't know you and you set one foot on the driveway he's up in your face.
One thing to remember if your considering an Akita. Most people that don't know you or akita's will approach the akita in a way that they might not like, (often to fast and or to energetic) and he'll tell them that by either barking or showing teeth. So a lot of people will think your dog is agressive, while what he really is doing is guarding his personal space and his owner. And his personal space can be as close as a meter up to 10 meters depending on mood and situation
They are beautiful majestic selfconfident dogs, but one things you need to absolutely realize. If you allow him something once, he'll remember that for the rest of his life, and will try to do it again if it pleased him, for you've allowed it once so you will eventually allow it again…. right? It takes months, years or even a life time to unlearn something he liked that you've allowed once. Even if circumstances were extraordinary. Eg. Sick dog/puppy and you kept him in your bedroom to keep watch over him? He'll expect that for the rest of his life his stature has gained enough that he's allowed to sleep in the same room with you.
Akita's are lovely dogs, but if your inconcistent in behaviour or things that you allow, you not only have a troublesome dog, but also a miserable dog. Because he doesn't understand why hes not allowed that fun thing anymore.
Excellent video, thanks.
I guess I've been fortunate. I've met many Akitas, and none were aggressive towards people. Other dogs, not so much.
They are banned in some countries. There is no reason why. Love to own one.
Why do hachiko have a different face feature than the said japanese akita?
Very beautiful dogs Anneka,I really enjoyed watching your video,have a nice weekend😀✌🏻🐾🐾🐾
Getting a dog based upon appearance is always a mistake. These dogs are very beautiful, though. ❤ The ears and tail definitely give a dominant look for sure. I can imagine the amount of time for grooming would be a a bit daunting,
Helo Anika, nice job! I have had Akitas for 15 years. There is a secret to have some succes with this beauties. "Akitas are very sensible to owners emotions", when they do some wrong, just show you are sad, there is no need to yealing or beating, but, when do good, show you are hapy. By the way: NEVER beat an Akita, it is realy dangerous. 2 rides a day, let him be friend of other people, they behave as your secretary, They realy differenciate, family, friends, others and hostile people. While on the ride, let the dog be a dog, beware, they search others as preys, hunt and try to get other dogs, you should not allaw because other dogs usualy have no chance, they are very fast killers, so hold far from problems. From the gate of our house in, they have accesss to all, what becomes good, they help to take care. They are more than dogs, they are partners. The only breed of dog my actual Akita tolerates are the Shiba inu, maybe because they look like Akita puppies. By by.
I am proud owner of 3 years old male American Akita. They are an amazing loyal one person dogs. They are loyal to the family but apprehensive of strangers. If you train them well they are an extraordinary dog.
She pronounce it correctly this time. Before, she call it "akita in you"
Great vdo mam👍👏👏❤❤
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I have an amazing Akita, perfect with dogs and people as all the work at puppyhood was put in.
However I don’t think I’ll ever get another one. They are amazing but living with the potential of the damage they could do in an instant is a huge responsibility.
It takes a lot of joy away from having a dog unfortunately. 😅
I have watched this confident affectionate behaviour when greeting people in many Spitz type dogs, and our German Spitz has it too. If possible, he wants to be at face level with anyone he greets, so he climbs on their lap and stares them right in the face with his Spitz smile. These dogs are not naturally subservient, they will obey their people, but they see themselves as basically equal with strangers. That is why it is so important to socialize them very well from an early age.
Great information 🙏🏻 thank you
Very interesting video, a lot of fact and honesty ❤❤❤❤❤