Buyer question
How long does an Akita live?
Our Animal Library gives the Akita a lifespan of 10–13 years.
Source: the Akita page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Akita in the Animal Library
The detail
A Japanese breed developed to hunt large game and guard, the Akita is dignified, courageous and intensely loyal to its family. It is aloof with strangers, often intolerant of other dogs, and needs an experienced owner who socializes early.
- Best fit
- Experienced one-dog homes
- Temperament
- Loyal, aloof, protective
What to weigh
Akitas are powerful, protective and frequently dog-aggressive, especially with the same sex. They need lifelong socialization and management, and some insurers restrict them.