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Elegant Akita LLC Is A State Licensed Kennel, Breeding & Raising Akita Puppies Is Our Primary Activity, All Our Puppies Come From A Champion Bloodline. They Are All Healthy And Have Great Temperaments.
We Are A Family Owned & Operated Business. Our Mode Of Operation Is Far From A Traditional Kennel, We Make Sure All Our Animals, Especially Our Dogs Are Treated As Our Own Children And Are Fully Integrated Into Our Family. The Akita, also known as the Japanese Akita, the Akita Inu, or the Japanese Akita Inu, is a large dog breed from Japan. They are known for their loyalty, courage, and independence. Akitas are typically white, brown, or brindle. They have a thick, double coat that is weather-resistant. Originally bred for hunting large game such as bears and boars, Akitas were also used as guard dogs. These noble dogs were prized for their loyalty and courage... Scroll Down To Learn More.
HISTORY OF AKITA
The Akita is named for the province of Akita in northern Japan, where they are believed to have originated. The Akita’s known existence goes back to the 1600s, when the breed guarded Japanese royalty and was used for hunting fowl and large game (including bears). This valiant breed was introduced to America by a woman of no small stature: Helen Keller.
The Japanese held Helen Keller in high esteem and took her to Shibuyu to show her the statue of Hachiko, an Akita who achieved worldwide fame in the 1920s for his loyalty. Hachiko’s owner, a professor, returned from work each day at 3 p.m., and his devoted dog met him daily at the train station. When the professor died, loyal Hachiko continued his daily vigil until his own death a full decade later. When Helen Keller expressed her desire to have an Akita for her own, she was presented with a puppy, the first Akita brought to America. Keller was delighted with Kamikaze-go and was deeply saddened when he died of distemper at a young age.
Upon hearing this news, the Japanese government officially presented her with Kamikaze’s older brother, Kenzan-go. Keller later wrote that Kamikaze had been “an angel in fur” and that the Akita breed was “gentle, companionable, and trusty.” After World War II, returning American servicemen who had been stationed in Japan brought back more Akitas. Thomas Boyd is credited with producing the first Akita stud to sire puppies in the U.S., starting in 1956. The American Akita eventually evolved into a more robust dog than the Japanese Akita and was valued by many for this reason. Yet there were those who wanted to remain true to the Japanese standard. This split caused a decades-long battle that led to a delay in acceptance by the American Kennel Club.
Finally, in 1972, the AKC accepted the Akita Club of America, but the split is still wide today and is a matter of great concern to Akita fanciers on both sides. What is never debated is the Akita’s historical and famous combination of fearlessness and loyalty. These traits were once put to the test at the London Zoo, when a Sumatran tiger cub was orphaned. The zookeepers needed special help in raising the cub, and they chose an Akita puppy for this important task. They knew the Akita would not be frightened and could engage in play that would help the tiger cub with necessary life lessons. Moreover, the Akita’s dense fur would protect him from sharp claws, and the pup’s inherent loyalty to his playmate would provide desired companionship and protection for the bewildered, orphaned cub. The Akita served in the role successfully and “retired” from the job when the tiger reached near-adulthood. This is a dog who is truly fearless, fully confident, and will exhibit unfaltering devotion to family.
ABOUT AKITA
The Akita is a bold dog with a powerful appearance a large head in contrast to small, triangular eyes and a confident, rugged stance. The mere presence of a powerful Akita serves as a deterrent to most who would cause trouble. This breed is renowned for unwavering loyalty to their owners, and they can be surprisingly sweet and affectionate with family members. Imagine a loving protector who will follow you from room to room, whose entire mission in life seems to be simply to serve you.
The Akita is courageous, a natural guardian of their family. Stubborn and willful, they won’t back down from a challenge. They don’t usually bark unless there is a good reason, but they are vocal, making amusing grunts, moans, and mumbles. Some owners say the Akita mutters under their breath and seem to be talking to themselves, while others say the Akita offers their opinion on all matters, from how to load the dishwasher to when the children should be put to bed. While these charming “talking” traits are exhibited to family, the Akita is often aloof and silent with visitors. They’re naturally wary of strangers, though they will be welcoming enough to a house guest as long as their owners are home. Socializing the Akita puppy (or retraining an adult dog) with as much exposure to friendly people as possible can help soften the edge of their wariness, though an Akita will always be an Akita a dignified and sober presence, not a party animal. One of the Akita’s singular traits is mouthing. The Akita loves to carry things around in their mouth, and that includes your wrist. This is not an act of aggression, but simply an Akita way of communicating with those they love. They may lead you to their leash because they want to go for a walk, for example, or act on any number of other ideas that pop into their intelligent head. Many owners are charmed by the Akita’s mouthing, but if you find it annoying, simply give your Akita a job that involves carrying something. They would happily get the newspaper or your slippers for you, or retrieve the mail or even those keys you keep misplacing. The Akita also proves themselves unusual with their grooming habits, licking their body like a cat. And that’s not their only “feline” trait: like a tiger, they’ll stalk their prey silently, body low to the ground. This is not a dog that will growl or bark a warning before springing into action. At 100 pounds or more, the Akita is a lot of muscular power. This is a dominating breed, and the Akita will want to dominate you. Proper training is essential, and training should be done by the owner. Because the Akita is so faithfully loyal, the bond between the owner and the dog must not be broken by boarding the dog with a trainer. Males stand 26 to 28 inches and weigh 85 to 130 pounds. Females stand 24 to 26 inches and weigh 70 to 110 pounds.
ABOUT US
WHY THE AKITA?
The Akita is a bold and willful dog. They are alert, intelligent, and courageous. They tend to be aggressive toward other dogs, especially those of the same sex. They are best suited to a one dog household. With family, the Akita is affectionate and playful. They enjoy the companionship of their family and want to participate in daily activities.
wHO ARE WE
We are the Jasmine's Family, Jasmine Hazel , Alexa Jasmine & our 3 Boys Run & operate Elegant Akita on Our 40 Acre Ranch. I grew up on a ranch where my parents raised Horses, I still do. My Wife was a Vet Tech but quit her job to concentrate on our Ranch. Contact Us to Learn more
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Our natural philosophy to not dock tails, leave dew claws, use of species specific natural raw diet, and the well being of leaving dogs intact, reflect modern researched health benefits, and our personal beliefs as breeders.
WHY CHOOSE US ?
Firstly the quality of the puppies we produce, that's enough reason to trust us.
Second our experience and assistance. We have been breeding & raising Akita for 10 yrs now. We provide lifetime assistance for all our puppy families. We offer a 1 Yr Health & Genetic Guarantee.
