Undercoat thick, soft dense. Outer coat straight, harsh and standing somewhat off body. Hair on head, legs and ears short. Length of hair at withers and rump approximately two inches, which is slightly longer than on rest of body, except on tail, where coat is longest and most profuse. Altering of coat or general appearance by clipping or scissoring.
Colors are brilliant and clear, and markings are well balanced, with or without mask or blaze.
White Akitas have no mask. Undercoat may be different color than outer coat. Weight in proportion to dog's height. Adult males under 25 inches or females under 23 inches. GAIT Brisk and powerful strides of moderate length.