Describe the perfect owner for an akita?

I know, of course. They need exercise daily, training, patience, etc. But I wanna know the type of person that seems to be perfect for the breed, the personality that fits the breed. The type of person who is tolerable and will be most compatible with…

    Describe the perfect owner for an akita?

    I know, of course. They need exercise daily, training, patience, etc. But I wanna know the type of person that seems to be perfect for the breed, the personality that fits the breed. The type of person who is tolerable and will be most compatible with…...
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    • Describe the perfect owner for an akita?

      Describe the perfect owner for an akita? Dog Breed Discussions
      I know, of course. They need exercise daily, training, patience, etc. But I wanna know the type of person that seems to be perfect for the breed, the personality that fits the breed. The type of person who is tolerable and will be most compatible with the breed. The things the owner MUST do for their akita. I am trying to decifer if I am the right owner. I dont want any answer besides that. thank you.

      Describe the perfect owner for an akita?

      Describe the perfect owner for an akita? Dog Breed Discussions
    • ActiveConfidentPhysically strong enough to deal with a large muscular dogFirm but not roughConsistent, sets rules and sticks by themHave experience training dogsHave done research on the breedHave spent time with breeders or owners of Akitas and their dogsBest if they do not have any other small pets (very high prey drive coupled with the ability to chase down and easily kill small animals)Best if they are happy to have the Akita as an only dog or are willing to look for a proven dog friendly Akita (low tolerance for other dogs)Is ready to provide lots of socialisation especially if getting a pupDoes not expect the dog to be social with strangers (generally aloof/territorial)Understands how to deal with food/object possessivenessDoes not have young childrenUnderstands the potential legal liabilities of owning an Akita (public perception, future breed bans, insurance problems, increased chance of lawsuits) Is not too houseproud (an Akita will shed copious amounts)Is ready for lots of brushing Has a very secure yard that is dig proofed with high fences(Akitas can jump high and are also known to dig) to prevent escapeNot all Akitas are alike, this is just a generalisation of what a good Akita owner should be. As always, there are exceptions to the rule. So if you own an Akita and feel you are a good owner but you don't fit these requirements i guess you are just lucky! Please don't take offence where it is not meant :)

    • An Akita is a very BIG dog... Nobody is PERFECT... but a caring Akita owner would... Take the dog out for at least an hour a day for walks...Brush their fur AT LEAST 3 times a week for about 30min each time... Have lots of patience training them or trying to :P weekly...Have LOTS of money because they eat tonnes of food considering their size... and also paying for BIG dog vet bills... Wouldn't mind having to vacuum up dog fur every other day...Give LOTS and LOTS of patience and even MORE love... If you are getting a puppy you absolutely HAVE to stay home and potty train and crate train and train them to behave and take them for walks to get used to their surroundings... i REALLY hope this helps you :)

    • An assertive, natural-born leader with patience and lots of energy and time to train. Akitas have strong personalities and like to be the center of attention, but they have to have boundaries and discipline. They're excellent dogs when trained correctly with the right person.