AKITA THE JAPANESE BEAR DOG

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Linda Logan of Kiseki Akitas, has been involed with the breed for nearly twenty years. She sat down with Dogumentary TV and shared her knowledge and passion for a breed that is a Japanese National Treasure.
The Akita is one of Seven Breeds designated as a National Monument in his native country of Japan. Bred as a versatile hunting dog in the rugged mountains of Northern Japan, the breed is a wonderful combination of dignity with good nature, alert courage and docility.
There is a spiritual significance attached to the Akita. In Japan they are affectionately regarded as loyal companions and pets, protectors of the home and a symbol of good health, when a child is born, the proud family will usually receive a small statue of an Akita signifying health, happiness, and a long-life. If a person is ill, friends will send a small statue of an Akita to express their wish for a speedy recovery.

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@davidbathkedb 5 жыл бұрын

Greatest dog I’ve ever had. She’s protected us from a break in, in fact there was nothing but torn denim, blood, and a broken fence from him running off lol. Sweet breed, I miss our Raja😭

@TheValentineShow 4 жыл бұрын

I just saw a video of my Akita pitbull mix. His name was Toby but he looked like 85% Akita. I miss him. It's like these animals become a part of the family.

@SanFranciscoFatboy Жыл бұрын

wooooo hoooo akita guard dogs !!!!!!!! that is what they do, love you and protect you........ all other dogs are 2nd class....if u ask me they r :)

@user-oi7mh7gt5n Жыл бұрын

@@SanFranciscoFatboyBetter believe it my Japanese Akita doesn't play any games especially when the maintenance man tried to come in when nobody was home at my son apartment yes Kimpachi bit him and the maintenance man never came back to work well I Said WHY would you go in when you see a big dog looking at you that was your fault sir 😊 and he KNEW Kimpachi was in there i guess he wanted to mess with our dog well he saw what happened

@kylegreenwood9430 5 жыл бұрын

My friends akita saved her from being attacked by overpowering 2 coyotes. Was a smaller sized Japanese akita but boi he was deadly.

@notalkperiod2754 5 жыл бұрын

My one took on two attacking pit bulls. He sent them running

@marcwareham9351 4 жыл бұрын

Japanese Akita’s are the large ones and the smaller ones are called the Akita Inu. Both were bred in Japan.

@JoeGX460 4 жыл бұрын

@@marcwareham9351 you meant american akita, they look like a bear, akita inu a litle smaller maybe 20 pounds less.

@marcwareham9351 4 жыл бұрын

Joe no I meant the Japanese Akita. The ones with Tosa, Mastiff blood added to the Akita Inu. There’s only 2 types. Akita and the Akita Inu. Both Japanese and originally breed Japan.

@justinmaddox1068 4 жыл бұрын

My akita fucked up 2 pit bulls at one time.... her name WAS NAKOTA

@gibbynj3002 7 жыл бұрын

This channel has changed the game for dog documentaries. Keep up the excellent work.

@CoryBleichner 7 жыл бұрын

You're right, but there are too many "breeders" in these videos that would be better suited for souping up a honda civic than fucking with nature.

@Moreno1671 2 жыл бұрын

@@CoryBleichner lál😃😗😭😗😀😭🥳😗😭😗😗😃😇😇😗😇😗🥳🥳🤩😗🥳🥳😉🙃🙃🙃🙃😀😀

@dandaddavi 7 жыл бұрын

7:58 That dog has accomplished more in 10 years than I have my whole life. FML

@zeroresistance7203 5 жыл бұрын

get rekt xD

@newleft2254 5 жыл бұрын

Goes to show what we can achieve with the right care, attention, and training ;) surround yourself with people who will nurture you!

@imbluz 3 жыл бұрын

If it's accomplishments are crapping, shedding, and spreading dander all over the place, then that doesn't say much for a deadbeat like you.

@antonoat 6 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a sensible lady who has obviously done her research and has a lot of valuable experience.I wish more people were as honest and knowledgeable with these specialist breeds.

@whitefang6930 5 жыл бұрын

AoToGo This lady clearly has bias which is understandable as she’s American. I’ve had Akitas both Japanese and Americans all my life. The “Japanese Akita” is actually called the Akita inu. The Akita inu is just as tall as the American however they aren’t usually as bulky. This said I’ve seen Akita inu’s who are larger than American Akitas in bone structure and overall size. It’s not true that the original Akitas in Japan were more similar to the American Akita of today in size and appearance. They were much more similar to the Akita inu which is why the Japanese separated the 2 breeds. They wanted specifically to go back to the original Akita before they were crossbred with other breeds like the Japanese Tosa for fighting purposes and the Americans crossbred them with even more breeds. This is why the Japanese Akita inu only comes in 3 colours, because they were the only colours the original Akitas came in. The Pinto and black coloured Alitas came from breeding with the Pinto Tosa and black mastiffs and German Shepard’s.

@Steve-ps6qw 5 жыл бұрын

I believe both had GSD in them to keep them from being killed off by the Imperial Japanese govn't during WWII. I have heard that the American Akita does have some English Mastiff too but they both should have GSD...anyway, with selective breeding you can create anything as dog DNA is so mutable...hence why they seem to get cancer a lot.

@brianjordan2192 6 жыл бұрын

My kids when they were babies used to climb up on my dogs grabbing fist fulls of fur to get up. When the dogs got tired of it they gently knock the kids down and put their paws on the kids back and lick them for tens of minutes. At night the male would lay at the end of the hall by the kids room doors and the female would sleep on my daughters bottom bunk. I've bred Akitas for 27 years and get accolades for my dogs temperament. My dogs have defended my family from home intruders and my little 85 lbs runt protected my daughter from a black bear. I'll never own another breed.

@FlownOut 6 жыл бұрын

Xerin Knightwalker They definitely appear not to be an entry level dog so having prior pet experience would be amazing beforehand, they also seem to need heavy financial requirements due to needing large spaces and of course consuming more food. They also are tempered strangely so you must have an understanding of your dog in specific, make sure that you can afford this dog before buying one.

@djskorn 6 жыл бұрын

Brian Jordan was

@scottishjimmy9813 6 жыл бұрын

T3 Chicken what do you mean they are tempered strangely?

@maegeri007 6 жыл бұрын

I guess seeing is believing.

@karenalcantara7305 5 жыл бұрын

Scottish Jimmy temperaments are a hit or miss depending on breeding, they are know for being aggressive but they can also be unbelievably loving and big babies. But they are not friendly like a yellow lab.

@gballa2730 6 жыл бұрын

Best dog I ever had, period..Almost 20 yrs,Zeus I miss you!!

@HighSpeedNoDrag 5 жыл бұрын

@Patty Smith Very Loyal, territorial, protective and Do Not recommend for strolls in a Dog Park.

@lumos581 5 жыл бұрын

If you are absolutely confident in your ability to train this dog and do AMPLE research then go ahead and get this dog for your first if you wish. An Akita was my first dog and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

@moriarty3160 3 жыл бұрын

Experience is better than confidence. Some breeds are much better than others for newbies owners. But happy for you you succeed with your dog.

@bobbylee9862 11 ай бұрын

I kno its been 4 years, but would you get another akita?

@Wooley689 7 жыл бұрын

I had two Akita back in the 1980's. Both were gentle creatures especially with young children. Although they would pick up on if you liked a person or not and the demeanor would go to protective mode. Had a guy come to my door looking for a room mate of mine who wasn't home, said he would just come in and wait and I told him no, he started to push the issue and that is when my Akita male came up behind me and forcefully nudged between myself and the partially opened door with a deep low growl. Fellow jumped back, asked if the dog was always inside and then decided he'd just call when room mate was home.

@xpsy4669 7 жыл бұрын

Wooley689 I have two Akitas too, one is named Hansel and the other Gretel. Hansel is the male and gretel is the female

@sofiandpheobe8589 6 жыл бұрын

Wooley689 Good dog!

@jshannon777 6 жыл бұрын

Wooley689 hey I believe you if they don't like you. it's over with. they don't fuck around.

@samolodrog9639 6 жыл бұрын

I had a 110 lbs Akita that when he perceived a threat had the low growl that I would feel a trembling of the leash before I heard him growl.His name was Kuma.

@Steve-ps6qw 5 жыл бұрын

So true, it is hard to relay to people the very low and powerful growl they have. Probably has to do with their large heads but it is very distinct...almost demonic. I haven't heard any other large breed dog with the same growl. When they bark, which is not that common, it is extremely loud and thunderous, to the point that it actually hurts our ears. Our walls literally vibrate/shake, no joke!

@jelt110 6 жыл бұрын

Akitas are super observant- they love their families- and are very protective. I trust them unseen with my grandkids. They are stubborn, but affectionate to family. They should be socialized as much as possible- this will NOT negate their protectiveness- Akitas are smart as hell in this respect. They are hunters- yes. Gentle- short training sessions are best. This will work, but it take patience. Patience is a key with akitas- i was okay to begin with but these dogs taught me. Patience is paramount with akitas- they respect it- almost as if it were a physical thing. They are a are primitive feral breed, different from usual domestic dogs- but once you get to know and respect them- once you go akita- you never go back.

@HighSpeedNoDrag 5 жыл бұрын

Well Said, Amen.

@m.d.d.3051 4 жыл бұрын

Patience ... and RESPECT. If you don't respect an Akita, you are in for a rough time. My male Akita, Tomodachi, has saved me from being mugged, and I trust his instincts better than mine. If he doesn't like you, there is a reason.

@imbluz 3 жыл бұрын

Dog people are idiots the way they talk about their favorite breeds having these special powers, ESP and other BS.

@erikmurray3661 3 жыл бұрын

Accurate accounting of this unique breed.

@erikmurray3661 3 жыл бұрын

@@imbluz I would agree with you but I've had one of these dogs and brother very different from any other dog I've had. I had a Rottweiler that was close in this respect but the Akita stands alone.

@adrianob1740 5 жыл бұрын

I have a Japanese akita and wolf mix. He is the best dog I've ever had, he is very stubborn but protective. He also plays all day. I also have a Japanese Akita and German Shepard mix. She is lovely much less stubborn.

@brynnashcroft3734 7 жыл бұрын

God, those dogs are so beautiful. Great camera work as well!

@FlownOut 6 жыл бұрын

goku21youtub Likely due to being in the same region, they had the same adaptations, such as a generally thinner eye shape compared to the North American and European dogs and overall animal life. I don't know the exact reason but I do believe while in North America and Europe they needed the wider eyes to see better in darker environments, such as forests and caves, while in Japan and other Asian countries they had dealt with Bamboo forrests which are far thinner in foliage and Mountaind which usually have little cave life, at least from my experience.

@redhead5150 7 жыл бұрын

I've had three rescue Akita's. American raised and all were the most loyal friends I've ever had period. I don't judge American or Japanese !!!! They both still have the same DNA.

@lissetdeleon9442 5 жыл бұрын

redhead5150 we rescued a puppy Akita early this year. He came to us very sick and passed away. We gave him the best care and I’m glad he died taken care of

@lorielhassani 5 жыл бұрын

Actually, their dna is different. The American Akita is mixed with the tosa inu. But i get your point

@1theautospa_ 7 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for her to say"I'm Brad Anderson's mom and this is my Akita....

@sethcook139 6 жыл бұрын

lol

@AishyMarie 6 жыл бұрын

Mike The Auto Spa 😆🤣😂

@fullmetal1766 5 жыл бұрын

Lmao

@Coolrecords567 4 жыл бұрын

Mike The Auto Spa lmao 😂 🤣😂😂😂

@mickeyscents9094 3 жыл бұрын

Lol 😂😂😂😂

@ninamc6116 3 жыл бұрын

Head of a bear, heart of a lion & agility of a cat.

@silentbearhunterakitaskenn2018 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!

@Lion_Hamza 2 жыл бұрын

Good one 👍🏼

@StogieHoller 2 жыл бұрын

And the speed of greased lightning.

@feminazislayer Жыл бұрын

Deadly af

@richardmonreal123 7 жыл бұрын

an Akita was my first dog and the best dog I've had

@Zen-751 7 жыл бұрын

Same here.

@mingsong 6 жыл бұрын

BigRich what other dogs have u had?

@BeeBopGaming 6 жыл бұрын

How many people did it bite?

@marksullivan6319 6 жыл бұрын

My first dogs were Rottweiler's but my last dog was an Akita and I have to say he was the best. Temperament,loyal,smart just good all around dog

@scottishjimmy9813 6 жыл бұрын

Mark Sullivan did one not just kill its owner recently....

@Kuultyc 7 жыл бұрын

Also, god bless the "Rake" comb...if you have an akita it is a MUST

@whenubored9760 6 жыл бұрын

Jah'an Luik definitely

@Levi-em6ym 5 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha. German Shepard too.

@lateshialewis4933 5 жыл бұрын

Noted. Cuz If i have to lint roll my pants ONE MORE MF TIME😤 imma head butt a brick wall

@cassandralopez2608 5 жыл бұрын

If you put conditioner on these dogs and brush them out when they're wet the loose hair will come off much quicker and easier. I wish I would have known this when I owned an akita. I didn't learn this trick until I went to school for dog grooming.

@juvenil6969 4 жыл бұрын

@@cassandralopez2608Hi Cassandra. I want an Akita so bad. The only thing putting me off is the shedding. I am trying to get a full understanding of how much of a commitment it is. Do they literally shed everyday, or can you groom them and get a week or so shed free??

@frodoaieat7240 4 жыл бұрын

I’m on my second Akita. Best dogs ever! Did my research before getting first one. His behavior was to the tee that I read. Uncanny. So smart. Current one also so smart. Really quite self training. Like he already knew commands also. So intuitive. The shedding is like the only tedious thing about them but so worth it. Huge lovers and best friends that will follow you everywhere!

@daddyshoneygirlusa7030 2 жыл бұрын

Agree, Akitas are super smart they observe everything. My last Akita taught himself to open doors (something we never intended to teach him). I swear, he understood English (language), not just commands. He passed in October, I miss him (and my previous 2) like crazy. Akitas really are the BEST dogs EVER!!!!

@BrendaSAdams 5 жыл бұрын

I've had several Akitas (all of which were 100+ lbs.) - they are a wonderful breed in every way! I can't say enough about their loyalty and love...having said that, they're not a breed for the faint of heart. They tend to be very strong-willed, but then so am I. ♥

@breathoffreshair7795 5 жыл бұрын

Did you ever have problems with ear infections

@BrendaSAdams 5 жыл бұрын

No thankfully, Maegan, our Akitas never had ear problems of any kind.

@Necrai 6 жыл бұрын

My family has had akitas for years amongst many other breeds. And now that I'm grown and moved out got engaged own a house I too have bought an akita. They are hands down the best breed I have even got the pleasure to know.

@AGU20VT 5 жыл бұрын

Faithfull is the best word to describe akita. No other. I cant describe it this is not a normal dog. They are Fearless , protective but faithfull for sure. And they have strange habit to be cuddly toy when he is with closest family.

@jmartinez9912 5 жыл бұрын

Akita's are my wife and my favorite of all dogs!! They are not for everyone nor a first time dog owner! You need to be a true pack leader to establish the alpha role in the dogs life!! Enough being said,they are the all around best dogs in the world,in my opinion. Their character and loyalty cannot be described in words, not to mention they are also one of the most beautiful of all breeds that meets the eye! Can't wait to get our puppy this year!!!

@_Ag- 3 күн бұрын

Blah blah alpha blah blah blah. Just be grounded, respectful, consistent, and calm. No “I’m the alpha dog of the pack” bullshit needed.

@boblopez6398 6 жыл бұрын

I have had four Akita's spanning over 30 years. This is one of, if not the, fairest video. I love all breeds, but honestly, none more than this one. Thank you for the great job on the video!

@urbanguyill 6 жыл бұрын

Best Dog I ever had 16 years 1990 to 2006 she was the most loyal dog I ever had growing up she was very protective of our family especially my brothers and I as kids. Would definitely get another Akita in the future.

@BradA1878 7 жыл бұрын

Good job explaining the breed split / merge / split issue without opening up a can of worms, Linda! None of us wanna go down that rabbithole anymore. lol Nice job! You did pretty well too, Zeke. ;)

@kryzlol 7 жыл бұрын

Come back Brad!

@vincentthekeeper2163 6 жыл бұрын

This is an old comment but i never owned an Akita im not a dog breeding expert by any stretch but the japanese akita looks lile they added Shiba Inu into their lines at some point and thats from a layman.

@whitefang6930 5 жыл бұрын

This lady clearly has bias which is understandable as she’s American. I’ve had Akitas both Japanese and Americans all my life. The “Japanese Akita” is actually called the Akita inu. The Akita inu is just as tall as the American however they aren’t usually as bulky. This said I’ve seen Akita inu’s who are larger than American Akitas in bone structure and overall size. It’s not true that the original Akitas in Japan were more similar to the American Akita of today in size and appearance. They were much more similar to the Akita inu which is why the Japanese separated the 2 breeds. They wanted specifically to go back to the original Akita before they were crossbred with other breeds like the Japanese Tosa for fighting purposes and the Americans crossbred them with even more breeds. This is why the Japanese Akita inu only comes in 3 colours, because they were the only colours the original Akitas came in. The Pinto and black coloured Alitas came from breeding with the Pinto Tosa and black mastiffs and German Shepard’s.

@oreotheakitainu4653 5 жыл бұрын

I have a Japanese akita as my first dog. Best dog so far, super smart, protective, but very stubborn and if you take easy on him, he will take advantage to be in charge of the house. He loves people but very cautious with other dogs. But he does identify people with good intent around you compare to other people that are not, I can clearly see different reactions of him with people. I have a youtube channel of my akita, have a look and experience a wonderful journey of us and my akita. :)

@marshafitzgerald9069 4 жыл бұрын

I have had 6 Akitas in my life . I love the breed. My newest boy Odin was born 10/31/18. They are loyal intelligent and very clean. I know when they bark something isn’t right. I once came home from work to find a man trapped on my roof, he was the cable guy. I had beware of dog signs which he saw but ignored when he whistled and no dog appeared he thought it was ok to come in the yard. He barely escaped being bit by my dog Ninja. He was up there for 2 hours. He said Ninja never once barked but his growl scared the crap out of him. He said He never heard or saw him until he heard a low growl and turned around and saw my 115 pound dog he thanked god he was able to pull himself up on the roof. Ninja then calmly peed ,kicked his back legs found his shady spot and proceeded to nap. Every time the guy would move elsewhere on the roof Ninja would follow. This was in Las Vegas during the summer so it was well over 100. The poor idiot learned his lesson I hope.

@summercoleman4015 5 жыл бұрын

I had a japanese akita cross german shepherd growing up who was a beautiful even tempered dog. He helped my sister learn to walk by letting her lean on him and saved her from falling down the stairs. He used to love kids and other animals and was just the most wonderful dog ive ever met. I would 100% have another one as soon as i have the room and time to give ❤❤

@jordanian7738 5 жыл бұрын

I just lost my Akita named Kita in February. She was by far the best fog I've ever had. I definitely plan on getting another Akita one day. R.I.P Kita Girl💙

@rustyhooks3092 4 жыл бұрын

Our family Akita, her name was KITA also,,,KITA KYA IMPERIAL,,,,MANY TEARS OF JOY AND HAPPINESS,,GETTING 2 MORE,,I'M BLESSED

@cobaltbleu3046 6 жыл бұрын

I want an Akita Inu for protection, I’ve raised stubborn Shibas before, it was well worth the effort.

@fatherlandchild2780 5 жыл бұрын

You dont Need dog for protection

@redsavior4923 4 жыл бұрын

@Fatherland Child you’re the person that we need the dog to protect us from. Hi! How ya doin! Kick Rocks sucks!

@MarblesN 4 жыл бұрын

I adopted a 10 year old Akita from a rescue shelter and it was the best decision I have ever made. I was not prepared for the blow out, as I had a lab growing up, but he has been the best companion for me. He certainly lets me know if he needs anything haha.

@viviangreen9722 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful breed. I just lost my Majar on February 14, of 2019 at 13 year old. He was my baby. My son. He had a wonderful personality and loved his cloth toys. (Not plastic).😊 I don't know if I can get another Akita, because my heart was broken by the lost of Majar.😪. I've had dogs all my life.. by this one...was the Best..friend, son, and compassion that I have ever had. Thank you for bringing this wonderful story of the Akita to me. 😇

@nalathedog8251 4 жыл бұрын

Akitas are the best dogs so beautiful

@stevensepic. 5 жыл бұрын

When I was a baby my family owned an Akita. It would protect me all the time. She would guide me back to my parents if I wandered to far. She would even pull my carriage down the sidewalk. If I get another dog in the future(I’m twelve) it’s going to be an Akita

@sierrahjmartinez6703 4 жыл бұрын

Growing up we had 6 akitas. Each daughter when they got a.house to an akita..thats 4 akitas now. I am waiting for my backyard to.be fixed up to i get my akita. 6ft fence! Hahaha no way.they will.jump that easy. They know how to.climb. and can really jump. When an akita is on a.chase they are so quick and and move so smoothly. Its amazing to watch them in their element. They all.got their own personalities. Very very very protective of family. Very watchful and aware. They are like babysitters. They love to.be loved on and just want to be at your side. Very loyal dogs. Funny too. They do like to hunt. They tend to catch and eat small animals and birds. But they family pets are fine, sorta. Our bunnies and akitas would chase each other around but akitas are big heavy dogs and get little to excited, rolled over on a few of them. Poor things.

@Kuultyc 7 жыл бұрын

Giving them seaweed helps with bloat. Great video

@evanredmon3877 6 жыл бұрын

My friend had 2 Akitas. The first was a rescue and was definitely ornery. He tried to bite me once (on my neck!) even though I was basically his 2nd owner (I took him for long walks and fed him often). Eventually he bit someone very severely and had to be put down. The second one was the biggest love sponge I've ever seen. Just a big, goofy, loveable, gentle giant. He was never neutered but nevertheless was very well behaved for the most part. Def a mixed bag breed.

@rf8481 5 жыл бұрын

I own American Akitas and 5 cats and I would not say that Akitas play like cats. They hunt like cats (silently) but they don't play like cats. They play like dogs.

@maya-ws8ji 5 жыл бұрын

R F do they ever chase the cats or mess with them at all?

@coolcat817 5 жыл бұрын

@@maya-ws8ji I have a 8 month old female American Akita and 2 cats, one Persian and the other an exotic shorthair. My Akita is very gentle and respectful towards the cats, she even lets Charlie (a Male stray cat that comes around) to eat from her bowl! Now just to be clear, constant training is very important from the beginning. It is true Akita's are stubborn and they put you to the test, but they are very smart and good dogs.

@grayalun 3 жыл бұрын

We rescued one 4 years ago he's 11 now, they are clever, stubborn, wilful and loyal. Ours loves cuddles and his toys and he's just a wonderfully loving dog.

@flippbaby7409 5 жыл бұрын

Mine caught a bird from flight...and once we had a problem with moles digging in the yard he caught that also

@ewigit8077 7 жыл бұрын

brad looks rough this week

@WholeLottaBulldog 7 жыл бұрын

Eric King 😂😂

@BradA1878 7 жыл бұрын

lol

@jack14kd 7 жыл бұрын

Eric King his sex change went wrong

@bhoj03 6 жыл бұрын

lee munslow thats just wrong.

@douglasktaylor4093 6 жыл бұрын

Had many Akita's but one stands out more than the rest,Ted his full name was Ted-E-Bear Very good dog only thing I had an issue with was he liked to pull toilet paper all over the house,putt black pepper on the role and rolled it backup and waited,he started to pull the role and the pepper did it's job,he started to sneezing and dropped the paper and never touched it since, Very smart breed, sometimes I think he taught me as much as I taught him.

@camelnat 5 жыл бұрын

I love my akita ❤

@josophschmo1585 6 жыл бұрын

I'm glad Linda expresses the difference between the types of Akitas. I have a 10 year old pure bred blue brindle Japanese Akita with champion lines in Japan and she is spot on with them.

@AkitaSue 2 жыл бұрын

I am totally blind. I have 2 akitas. I bought them from Kinyama Kennels when they were 8 weeks old. They just turned 11 years old. They get along with my grandkids and my yellow lab guide dog. I enjoyed listening to the videos. Thank you.

@mcnabbshelby1435 6 жыл бұрын

I loved listening to this lady's opinions and wisdom. I have always been drawn to these type of breeds (chows, samoyeds, etc) I own a chow mix, and I am obsessed with her! I put my passion more on the side of rescue, but I have so much respect for responsible breeders. Beautiful akitas!

@chrisoates2551 5 жыл бұрын

Mines a pain in the arse 😂

@emmawilson9469 5 жыл бұрын

Tell me about same here.

@prithviraj6172 Жыл бұрын

I can’t imagine to live with long hair dogs.seriously they way these dogs shed hair in this video is crazy .

@melissamorgan8960 4 жыл бұрын

I had a large male 17 yrs They can dig their way out from under a fence in a minute. They also are very funny with children they don't know. He was by far the smartest dog we ever had. RIP Siminoe

@evvl89 7 жыл бұрын

This is an American not Japanese Akita

@hakongjertsen1740 7 жыл бұрын

Eric Vun Helen Keller brought the breed to the states in the 1930's. There where split in to the japanese and american in the 90's, but all derive from Japan

@harmonygriswold2109 7 жыл бұрын

Indra Guillory wait...blind people needed sign language??

@cardellspencer8937 7 жыл бұрын

Yeah, she said that, did you watch the video

@woodunderhirow5387 7 жыл бұрын

I donno why they named those dogs Akitas. They are mixed mastiff dogs.

@foxpredator2029 7 жыл бұрын

you cant be more wrong. They are mixed with Tosa inu and German shepard during WWII

@colbychaoscovington7114 5 жыл бұрын

I have a Japanese Akita and it is very strong and big

@breathoffreshair7795 5 жыл бұрын

My akita is going on 9 still young at heart its amazing. My family got her when we were young so unfortunately parents were busy with work and couldnt take her to the dog park regularly so shes not the best socializer. But she is so loving of all humans but will growl at strangers who approach me unprovoked. I love my Sakura

@Starshepherd 6 жыл бұрын

One of the most beautiful coats you will see on any dog.

@aym1240 4 жыл бұрын

JB for sure gorgeous stuff too bad i can’t handle having alot of hair around my house and on my clothes

@warmpenalty 6 жыл бұрын

My dream is to get Japan Akita

@jonnystubbs9242 7 жыл бұрын

Where's brad!

@anurupabhowmick6087 7 жыл бұрын

brad just likes bully dogs and this aint one

@bump9812 7 жыл бұрын

the bear dogs he had weren't bully.....

@BradA1878 7 жыл бұрын

Believe it or not, I actually have more small spitz dogs than big mastiff / bully / LGD dogs... I think Zeke just prefers the bigger dogs.

@paulamann8176 2 ай бұрын

I loved mine. So sweet. He was beautiful. I’ve gone to Shibas, as they’re a size I can manage a little better. But I love the Akitas too.

@lisax3331 3 жыл бұрын

I owned one. They are NO joke! He used to go after pits when he was 6 months old! God help if I kid threw their ball in our yard. They could not even ring the bell to tell us. Sooooo many crazy stories. Be careful and take control when they are young. Very smart, damn near potty trained himself! He was AKC registered. I never showed or anything tho. I had an American Akita. 105lbs. at 5 months old!

@20alexmc08 7 жыл бұрын

A video about the Airedale or gaint schnauzer should be next!!

@pihblapih 7 жыл бұрын

do you intend to make a video about giant schnauzers? big fan here, love your videos :)

@LOGAN-jg9kg 7 жыл бұрын

pihblapih caca

@Marquies_Terry 7 жыл бұрын

pihblapih donate to his page if youd like more content.

@onepunchtyler 7 жыл бұрын

That would be awesome!

@tives1974 5 жыл бұрын

Wow I love this. Learned lots about them. I recently adopted a one yr old Akita mix. He gets along well with my female pit mix. He has learned the cat is in charge lol, he fits right in as if he lived her all along.

@susaneva520eva9 2 жыл бұрын

Akitas are such beautiful dogs. I know I have had 3 of them. My Akita loves people. She loves when people give her love. She goes to the micro brewery every week and it’s like she is “Norm” from Cheers. She is their official greeter

@charlesgosselin3579 7 жыл бұрын

I don't understand why anybody would give thumbs down to this, very good explanation of the dog and very good warnings

@Jintasan 6 жыл бұрын

You will find downvotes on any video regardless of content or if it is a good video or not, some people just don't care.

@tiberiuciornei189 6 жыл бұрын

Charles Gosselin , Misleading title. This is not JAPANESE, it's AMERICAN. Was difficult to write the right name?

@exia1814 4 жыл бұрын

What the hell is wrong with the kennel clubs in the US and Canada??? In what universe can the Japanese Akita and the American Akita be considered the same breed?

@kettlebellyogini 4 жыл бұрын

I adopted my female America Akita at 5months old after my sweet cocker spaniel passed away at 14. Cleo is the sweetest girl to humans and is a wonderful big sister to my Shepard/Boxer mix Joe.(also a rescue)I don’t worry about her around kids either.she has never shown any aggression towards humans unless she senses danger. SHe has a gentle mouth and doesn’t mind people around her when she eats at all. She is very smart,still playful,stubborn as a mule and lazy. She loves food. We have had some health issues but she solders on without complaint. I do not let her socialize with other dogs. But she has a very full life! Blowing of the coat is a real thing and incredibly time consuming and messy. Oddly, enough Cleo doesn’t like the vacuum cleaner on. LOL full drama mode when I am trying to clean up after the “Queen” Cleo. Can’t imagine my life without her.

@eire7837 4 жыл бұрын

Now this Lady is the kind of Breeder everyone should look for when Buying a Specific kind of Breed. There isn't One Thing that she didn't cover about her Beautiful Akita's. You will pay more But there is no comparison driving a Chevy to a Mercedes-Benz. Thank you Mam for your exceptional love and knowledge of a gorgeous breed, they are all perfectly beautiful.

@efreyen 7 жыл бұрын

Please do one on shiba inu's ! I would love to know more about my little shiba boy

@stephaniedaigle5930 6 жыл бұрын

Bird Person -' Shiba Inu's are practicaly the same as Akita's except in a smaller body..! Lol! Personalities are so similar they are practicaly the same!

@ceeher4974 5 жыл бұрын

Please do a living with akitas if possible! Japanese or American

@destro513 5 жыл бұрын

I have been an OG Akita owner for 15 years. All my dogs have been a pure joy. I had a huge yard with an invisible fence which the didnt even need after a year. They stayed in the yard, were good with other dogs, cats and kids. Toward the end I kept kids away and muzzled them if strangers were around just for safety. Female was golden Male was iffy at worst but still golden. They were large 120 130 pound American. They killed everything in the yard from small moles and shrews to huge raccoons. I gave them my people scraps mixed with their food. Skin disorders racked my female in the end and my Males stomach flipped. They were around 11. Heart breaking when they start falling apart. Never hit or negative enforce these dogs ever. They are too smart and will remeber and get you.

@jeffw.9761 2 жыл бұрын

What GREAT dogs. R.I.P. Tsunami, and cheers to 6 year old Chokichi! Get yourself one. Just know what you're signing up for.

@derin5538 7 жыл бұрын

Americans love to make everything bigger. Even if it's not good for the dog...

@mirza4402 7 жыл бұрын

yep,it's a stupid stereotype of theirs

@danielcuevas5899 7 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh.... didn't you hear? We didn't make them bigger, they were like that already we just kept them the same.

@ba8898 7 жыл бұрын

sume abaham I don't think that's true. I'm pretty sure the Americans added some german shepherd blood, and possibly St Bernard. Either way, I prefer the American over the Japanese.

@ba8898 7 жыл бұрын

derin That's not always true. American Doberman lines are smaller than European lines. Same with the boxer.

@ba8898 7 жыл бұрын

sume abaham the old Japanese akitas may have been bigger than they are today but the American akita clearly has german shepherd blood in my opinion. You only need to look at the facial features and the muzzle shape (That's not a criticism of the American type, which, like I said, I prefer)

@shanegill8468 7 жыл бұрын

alaskan malamute plz!

@colinstead345 5 жыл бұрын

My friend has Alaskan malamut husky cross jappinse akita she is beautiful and loves every body his family and friends

@tellthetruthg 3 жыл бұрын

I had an Akita. we lived in a bad neighborhood in south Hayward ca .. when my daughter Was a toddler she grabbed his ear and he just head butted her over Like a goat. But when a tweeker came around he hit the Security screen door so hard he bent it . Lucky for that guy the door held up. I never Tried to make him a watchdog just loved him pet him fed him take him to the hills for long walks that dogs instincts were to protect . Natural . Socializing them from a very young pup is a great idea because they can be lethal when full grown

@Ms.MD7 5 жыл бұрын

I have an Akita mixed with German Shepherd and it's such a beautiful dog, always gets compliments but he's such a stubborn, unfriendly dog lol hates most strangers except us.

@arooshaahmed574 6 жыл бұрын

My husky died and bow I got an Japanese Akita

@khalidayoub11 7 жыл бұрын

There is a comment after 29 seconds even though the video is 10 minutes 😅

@towdoctor670 6 жыл бұрын

khalid because people just want to hear themselves talk, like me, I just did it.

@whitefam2000 5 жыл бұрын

I had a pure bred Japanese brindle for years, and he was my baby boy. When I got him, at 2 yrs, there was an instant connection. He walked over to me looking me straight in the eyes the whole time, stopped just in front of me and sat at attention until I put my hand out. One sniff and that was it. He would sleep right at my feet or off to the side of the bed. If I got sick I would wake up with him staring at me until I told him I was okay. He was very social with those all of our kids and friends. He was a wonderful father to the litters he sired, and spent almost as much time giving the pups attention as the dame did. Wonderful pictures of that. I had a family member stay with us for a couple of years who was in poor health at the time, and he would get up in the middle of the night and go to their room to check on them, and he felt I was okay he would stay in their room for the remainder of the night. He was my shadow, and watchman. His name was Topper. My boy now is almost the same personality, but he just came out of his stupid stage, he's 2 now and a joy. We named him Angelo, and the running joke is we have a Japanese dog with an Italian name, so he likes sushi, and pasta. Thanks for the video. Mike

@karencahill2493 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 9 year old female Akita and she is a people dog. This breed simply is smarter than you are. They will have you hopping through hoops. Respect abd never underestimate them.

@RevengeOfMoctezuma 7 жыл бұрын

Oh look, no "pitbull masterrace" comments. What a surprise.

@drebodollaz3504 5 жыл бұрын

Haha pitbull masterrace

@fabrizio483 6 жыл бұрын

This is American Akita, which is a different breed.

@Purpleplasticblunt87 4 жыл бұрын

Miss my bella bella everyday. Most loyal and intelligent dog I have ever known. Brave to the extreme

@Alexs_world 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Japanese Keeter and it looks just like those heaters but she’s brown and white and she’s a gorgeous dog

@Ron.S. 6 жыл бұрын

The American Akita is a very nice dog, no doubt. But, it is so different than the original real Akita, that I don't understand why you don't show an... Akita???

@okiswhateverlol 5 жыл бұрын

jinz0001 its not the same at all..

@MegaMackproductions 5 жыл бұрын

Because this is a documentary on the Akita.... not the Akita Inu

@okiswhateverlol 5 жыл бұрын

Mack W. Akita inu is japanese so why’d they say japanese lmfao the one they’re showing is an american akita there is clearly a difference

@browniepops6300 5 жыл бұрын

There's a difference between an Akita and an Akita Inu.

@Ckcdillpickle 5 жыл бұрын

@@browniepops6300 inu means dog. So by putting dog at the end of Akita it becomes Japanese? Yeah... No.

@danielcuevas5899 7 жыл бұрын

Hey man, Great Video!!! Mind if you can you do another video on the Dutch Shepherd?

@musia1861 2 жыл бұрын

One of our dogs would bloat often. Turned out he had Pyloric Stenosis, a too small opening between the stomach and the small intestine. He did have a gastroplexy, and we stopped feeding kibble and switched to refrigerated food. Oh, and a anti-gas pill every day. No more bloating after that thankfully.

@cherylfinnigan5327 2 жыл бұрын

AKITAS ARE EXCELLENT FAMILY GUARD DOGS...they are hunting dogs and should never be used for fighting. THEY ARE LOYAL BEYOND BELIEF AND VERY INTELLIGENT AND INTUTIVE.

@bhoj03 7 жыл бұрын

"Akita is not for first time dog owners". How can we have an xp if were not recommended to own one in the first place? This is job hunting all over again. Only hiring someone with xp.

@KillerKaler 7 жыл бұрын

bhoj03 Lol not even close

@harumpie85 7 жыл бұрын

bhoj03 start with a frenchie... if you do a good job you'll have xp.

@colnano 7 жыл бұрын

bhoj03 - what she meant is that before owning an Akita, you should have owned another breed that is not as powerful as Akitas, they tend to be stubborn and dog-aggresive, so if you don´t raise them properly, you wil end up getting in trouble with your dog. That´s what happens with many bully breeds owners who can´t control their dogs in some situations.

@KillerKaler 7 жыл бұрын

^ all good advice, just means start with an easier temperament breed and then work upto the akita, the job hunting reference is not even close bby

@TheSNOTTBALL 7 жыл бұрын

bhoj03 I agree. that's a bunch of b.s. Read about the breed and learn what to expect. if you can meet some owners. but get your pet if you want one. screw that not for first time owners. gtfoh

@JohnVander70 6 жыл бұрын

These dogs are Dangerous, don’t get one unless you are an expert ATTENTIVE handler and are willing to follow this woman’s guidelines for ownership thoroughly.

@karencahill2493 Жыл бұрын

Akitas aren’t just intelligent they are brilliant. I have a 10 yr old female she’s sweet and I’d bet their IQ us higher than most humans. Japan is right they are certainly worthy of royalty.

@lorielhassani 5 жыл бұрын

My Akita does not like strangers, but he has saved my daughter's life. When a boy (who was 8) started to strangle my daughter (who was 6) and the babysitter (the boy's mom) left the children alone (she actually left house!) my Akita dragged the boy off her. As soon as the boy was off her, he let go and pushed my daughter against the wall and stood on guard. I came in to find the boy crying and bleeding and no babysitter. I cleaned the boy and then his mother walked in. She just grabbed him and left. Our friendship was ruined that day, but i found out how much i could trust my boy. (I still do not EVER leave my children unsupervised around dogs. )

@Silvercharm5555 7 жыл бұрын

Need to do GREAT DANES PLEASE

@hoze8772 6 жыл бұрын

This is NOT a JAPANESE AKITA. Totally different.

@celiciaespree8237 4 жыл бұрын

American Akita

@Excitment44 6 жыл бұрын

I never had a dog before in my life and was scared of big dogs my whole life and 2 years ago i got an Akita, hes an amazing dog, i raised him with a lot of love.

@daddyshoneygirlusa7030 2 жыл бұрын

I have had the honor of adopting 3 Akitas, all males. Bloat is a real thing (horrible), my 1sy Akita bloated, we were able to get him to the vet for emergency surgery, which saved his life. His stomach was tacked, and our subsequent 2 Akitas stomachs were tacked to prevent bloat. They are great dogs, quiet unless there is a real reason, not "yippie" dogs, so if they do bark pay attention! The most loyal family member you will ever find!

@Andrew17030 7 жыл бұрын

So show dog breeders ruined the Akita? That's weird.

@lucyferleah8155 7 жыл бұрын

Show breeders ruin every dog, XXL pit bulls, giant Great Danes, wrinkly Neapolitan Mastiffs, boxers with squished faces, GSDs with sloped backs and now "Akitas" that are 40 lbs more than they should be

@WuMaster4 7 жыл бұрын

I think Akitas were used in the wars and as a result dropped in numbers and I think at that point many of them were cross bread in America with German Shepherds which resulted in big transformations.

@bradcofield7848 7 жыл бұрын

What we now call the American Akita came from dog fighters in Odate and elsewhere in Akita prefecture. They needed a bigger dog to compete with the Kochi Tosa so they bred Akita to English Mastiffs and St.Bernards. This resulted in a bigger dog with more coloration than is found in Japanese breeds. After WW2 , American GI's brought them back to the states to establish the breed here in the states. At the same time the Japanese collected every dog they could that reflected more of the earlier Akita type and bred away from the larger mastiff blooded dogs. As a result, we now have two very different breeds.

@greenbaye1 7 жыл бұрын

Andrew17030 that's usually what happens!! functionality out the window! sad!!

@michaelpaliden6660 7 жыл бұрын

SHOW BREEDER,S are Horrible they inbred using dangerous pseudoscience and make a big mess,Rather than- working to make better/more healthy balanced animals.

@fiatvoluntastua9183 6 жыл бұрын

I love Akita’s. But as much as I adore them. I can’t risk getting one around my 6-2 year olds. Just dont trust em

@boing7644 6 жыл бұрын

Buy one as a puppy and they will learn to tolerate the kids.

@karenalcantara7305 5 жыл бұрын

To each their own but my kids think they make great pillows 🤷🏽‍♀️

@rcm_kem 5 жыл бұрын

Depends on the temperament of the individual dog and your capabilities as a dog owner/trainer.

@kellz1703 5 жыл бұрын

If your inexperienced or a timid person DONT get one they will walk all over you.

@coolcat817 5 жыл бұрын

It all depends on the leader or handler, if you train your dog, no matter what breed, whether a yorkie or a pitbull, a doberman or a chihuahua, from the very beginning, you prove to them to be a good leader and give them the discipline they need and search for, you will have a wonderful companion and friend by your side, if you don't you will have a undisciplined , troubled and dangerous dog that will give you problems.