Akita (dog)

The Akita Inu is a breed of dog from Japan. It is usually  high and weighs . Female Akitas are  lighter. Their coat can be many colors. There are two coat types in the Akita, the standard coat length and the long coat.

Akitas originate from Akita Prefecture, in the north of Japan.
The most famous Akita Hachiko was known for his unusual loyalty to his owner.
To date, only the American Kennel Club, consider American and Japanese  Akitas to be two varieties of the same breed. The United Kennel Club and the Japan Kennel Club consider Japanese and American Akitas as separate breeds.

References

Category:Dog breeds originating in Japan
Category:FCI breeds