โ† All breeds
Akita

Akita

Courageous ยท Dignified ยท Loyal

Working Large
๐Ÿ“ Size
Large
โš–๏ธ Weight
70-130 lbs
๐Ÿ“ Height
24-28 in
๐Ÿ’— Lifespan
10-13 yrs
๐Ÿท๏ธ Group
Working
๐Ÿ’ต Annual Cost
$1,500-$2,500

Breed Ratings

โšก Energy Level
๐Ÿงน Shedding
โœ‚๏ธ Grooming Needs
๐Ÿ‘ถ Kid Friendly
๐Ÿข Apartment Friendly
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Guard Dog
๐ŸŽ“ Trainability

Cost of Owning a Akita

๐Ÿ’ต Purchase Price
$1,000-$2,500
๐Ÿ“… Annual Cost
$1,500-$2,500

โœ… Best For

Protection Experienced Cold-climate

โŒ Not Ideal For

Apartments First-time Other-dogs

Akita Photos

Akita
Akita
Akita
Akita

Akita - Frequently Asked Questions

How big is a Akita? +

The Akita is a Large breed, standing 24-28 in tall and weighing 70-130 lbs.

How long do Akitas live? +

The average lifespan of a Akita is 10-13 yrs.

How much does a Akita cost? +

Expect to pay $1,000-$2,500 for a Akita puppy, plus around $1,500-$2,500 per year for food, vet care, grooming, and supplies.

Is a Akita hypoallergenic? +

No, the Akita is not considered hypoallergenic and may trigger symptoms in people with dog allergies.

Is a Akita good with kids? +

The Akita can do well with older children, but supervision and early socialization are recommended around younger kids.

Is a Akita good for apartments? +

No - the Akita needs space and exercise that apartments rarely provide. A house with a yard is strongly recommended.

Is a Akita easy to train? +

The Akita is moderately trainable. Consistent, patient training from an early age works best.

๐Ÿพ

Is Akita right for you?

Take our 10-question quiz to find your top 5 breed matches.

Take the Quiz โ†’
๐Ÿ“
Got a Akita? Find local services
Compare Akita-friendly groomers, trainers, boarding and vets on SnoutMap.