The Akita female is a large dog, originally from Japan. Originally used for hunting large game, hunting dogs, and guarding, today it functions mostly as a security and pet dog. The shoulder height of the Akita exceeds many local dog regulations, so it is important that owners understand local dog rules before breeding. History of the Akita Dog The Akita is probably the most famous and noble of the native dog breeds in Japan. Although they may look like the dogs depicted in ancient Japanese tombs, the modern Akita actually originated from one of the seven native breeds that the Japanese people worked together to save and revive in the 19th century. The Akita was one of the largest breeds, and many breeds were chosen to crossbreed with many fighting dogs to revive the breed. Dogs from the city of Odate, Japan’s homeland, are also used as the best representatives of Japan’s native animals.
