Akitas need space and should not be confined. Any colors including white, brindle and pinto, with or without a mask. Outer coat coarse, straight and stand-off. Soft, dense undercoat. Active, independent, dignified, bold.
Daily exercise is essential.
Sheds twice a year. Bath only when necessary. Early obedience is necessary to prevent aggression against other dogs. A house with a fenced yard is essential. Hip dysplasia and eye problems.