Akita — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

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Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Akita originated in Japan and is classified by the FCI in Group 5 (Spitz and primitive type).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The AKC height is 26 to 28 inches at the withers for males and 24 to 26 inches for bitches (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* AKC disqualifications include dogs under 25 inches and bitches under 23 inches (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is double, with a thick soft dense undercoat shorter than the straight harsh outer coat (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Any coloring is permitted including white, brindle, or pinto; merle marking pattern and liver color are disqualifications (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Further disqualifications are a partial or total lack of nose pigmentation (except on white Akitas), drop or broken ears, a sickle or uncurled tail, and a noticeably undershot or overshot bite (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The eyes are dark brown, small, deep-set, and triangular, with black tight eye rims (AKC).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The temperament is alert, responsive, dignified, and courageous (AKC).