Breed of dogs: Akita Inu

The name Akita Inu received from the province of Akita, that in the northern part of Honshu Island. There are two legends concerning itsOrigin: one of them says that the breed of Akita dogs is a truly Japanese breed. The second claims that these dogs were brought to the islands from the Asian continent, and their ancestors were Siberian huskies crossed with Tibetan mastiffs.

The breed of dogs akita-inu is considered a hunting. With them the Japanese hunted small game. But also a couple of such dogs could easily hold the bear. Later the Akita Inu became also guard dogs. In the middle of the XIX century they were actively crossed with English mastiffs, Danish danes, St. Bernards, bulldogs and local breeds - tosa-inu and karafuto. As a result, Akita became powerful dogs, which were excellent guards. It is believed that the modern breed of Akita dogs is the result of crossing precisely those times.

In the first half of the 20th century, the Akita Inu nearly disappeared altogether. The matter is that the tax on the maintenancedogs at home. In addition, the raging epidemic of rabies, during which the mass destruction of dogs, greatly reduced the number of animals. And only in the 30's it was decided to save this breed from its complete disappearance. Akita were recognized as Japanese property and a natural monument of Japan, and their export outside the country was categorically forbidden.

During the Second World War, Akit was confiscated from residents of the country. Their warm fur was so valuable that from itsewed uniforms for soldiers. To save dogs from destruction, owners crossed their pets with sheep dogs. As a result of pure-blood Akita Inu, there were only a few.

At the moment, the standards for this breed are as follows: the weight - 40-50 kg, height The male is 64-70 cm, the height of the bitch is 59-64 cm. Body Akita differs in some stretch, the back is straight and wide. Paws - massive, tail planted high. It is almost always in elevated position, bent or twisted. The tip of the tail falls to one side. Wool akita-inu is thick, straight, with a very dense undercoat. Color anyone is allowed, up to the brindle.

The breed of Akita dogs has a calm character, they are very intelligent, loyal and faithful. Puppies are very active, playful and restless,very fond of exploring the world around them. Such puppy behavior they retain until the age of two years. From this period they become independent of all, calm and quiet. But behind this detachment lies deep devotion and love for the master. They have the features of guard dogs, as they were, in fact, before.

The breed of dogs akita very fond of children, they are affectionate with them and caring. They love that a man responds to their love with friendship. Akita Inu is a sociable dog, it's good to walk with them, they are easy to keep on a leash, as they necessarily listen to the owner.

Akita Inu are distinguished by their aggression with respect to other dogs. This aggression is difficult to control, and it is notsubject to suppression by means of training. Such behavior can be caused by the desire to dominate among their relatives. Do not be afraid that Akita rush to all dogs. They always remain calm and unperturbed, but, recognizing an opponent, can manifest aggression. Other animals, in particular cats, do not show any emotion, because they quickly get tired of chasing them. The breed of dogs Akita is very clever, very quickly learns the training team. But because of his curiosity, he can be constantly distracted.

Contain Akita Inu can be both in the apartment and on the street. Their wool does not require special care. Only during moult they should be combed 3-4 times a week.

The most famous representative of this breed was a dog named Hachiko (Hachiko). He was the dog of Professor Eisaburo Ueno. Every day the professor had to travel by train to the agricultural station where he worked, and Khatiko accompanied him to the train and met him at the station in the evening. Once Eisaburo Ueno did not return home, he had a heart attack right at the university, where he died. On that day, his faithful Khatiko did not wait for the master, but nothing could stop him for another 9 years a day a day to go to the station and wait for the train on which the professor was supposed to arrive.

After the death of Khatiko, he was erected a monument - a tribute to loyalty and loyalty. Also this story became the basis of the Japanese film "Hachiko's History", which premiered on August 1, 1987.