AKITA THE JAPANESE BEAR DOG 

Greatest dog I’ve ever had. She’s protected us from a break in, in fact there was nothing but torn denim, blood, and a broken fence from him running off lol. Sweet breed, I miss our Raja😭

This channel has changed the game for dog documentaries. Keep up the excellent work.

Wow, what a sensible lady who has obviously done her research and has a lot of valuable experience.I wish more people were as honest and knowledgeable with these specialist breeds.

My friends akita saved her from being attacked by overpowering 2 coyotes. Was a smaller sized Japanese akita but boi he was deadly.

7:58 That dog has accomplished more in 10 years than I have my whole life. FML

Best dog I ever had, period..Almost 20 yrs,Zeus I miss you!!

My kids when they were babies used to climb up on my dogs grabbing fist fulls of fur to get up. When the dogs got tired of it they gently knock the kids down and put their paws on the kids back and lick them for tens of minutes. At night the male would lay at the end of the hall by the kids room doors and the female would sleep on my daughters bottom bunk. I've bred Akitas for 27 years and get accolades for my dogs temperament. My dogs have defended my family from home intruders and my little 85 lbs runt protected my daughter from a black bear. I'll never own another breed.

If you are absolutely confident in your ability to train this dog and do AMPLE research then go ahead and get this dog for your first if you wish. An Akita was my first dog and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

I had two Akita back in the 1980's. Both were gentle creatures especially with young children. Although they would pick up on if you liked a person or not and the demeanor would go to protective mode. Had a guy come to my door looking for a room mate of mine who wasn't home, said he would just come in and wait and I told him no, he started to push the issue and that is when my Akita male came up behind me and forcefully nudged between myself and the partially opened door with a deep low growl. Fellow jumped back, asked if the dog was always inside and then decided he'd just call when room mate was home.

God, those dogs are so beautiful. Great camera work as well!

I have a Japanese akita and wolf mix. He is the best dog I've ever had, he is very stubborn but protective. He also plays all day. I also have a Japanese Akita and German Shepard mix. She is lovely much less stubborn.

Head of a bear, heart of a lion & agility of a cat.

Akitas are super observant- they love their families- and are very protective. I trust them unseen with my grandkids. They are stubborn, but affectionate to family. They should be socialized as much as possible- this will NOT negate their protectiveness- Akitas are smart as hell in this respect. They are hunters- yes. Gentle- short training sessions are best. This will work, but it take patience. Patience is a key with akitas- i was okay to begin with but these dogs taught me. Patience is paramount with akitas- they respect it- almost as if it were a physical thing. They are a are primitive feral breed, different from usual domestic dogs- but once you get to know and respect them- once you go akita- you never go back.

I've had three rescue Akita's. American raised and all were the most loyal friends I've ever had period. I don't judge American or Japanese !!!! They both still have the same DNA.

I’m on my second Akita. Best dogs ever! Did my research before getting first one. His behavior was to the tee that I read. Uncanny. So smart. Current one also so smart. Really quite self training. Like he already knew commands also. So intuitive. The shedding is like the only tedious thing about them but so worth it. Huge lovers and best friends that will follow you everywhere!

Also, god bless the "Rake" comb...if you have an akita it is a MUST

an Akita was my first dog and the best dog I've had

I was waiting for her to say"I'm Brad Anderson's mom and this is my Akita....

I have had four Akita's spanning over 30 years. This is one of, if not the, fairest video. I love all breeds, but honestly, none more than this one. Thank you for the great job on the video!

Good job explaining the breed split / merge / split issue without opening up a can of worms, Linda! None of us wanna go down that rabbithole anymore. lol Nice job! You did pretty well too, Zeke. ;)

My family has had akitas for years amongst many other breeds. And now that I'm grown and moved out got engaged own a house I too have bought an akita. They are hands down the best breed I have even got the pleasure to know.

I've had several Akitas (all of which were 100+ lbs.) - they are a wonderful breed in every way! I can't say enough about their loyalty and love...having said that, they're not a breed for the faint of heart. They tend to be very strong-willed, but then so am I. ♥

Faithfull is the best word to describe akita. No other. I cant describe it this is not a normal dog. They are Fearless , protective but faithfull for sure. And they have strange habit to be cuddly toy when he is with closest family.

Akita's are my wife and my favorite of all dogs!! They are not for everyone nor a first time dog owner! You need to be a true pack leader to establish the alpha role in the dogs life!! Enough being said,they are the all around best dogs in the world,in my opinion. Their character and loyalty cannot be described in words, not to mention they are also one of the most beautiful of all breeds that meets the eye! Can't wait to get our puppy this year!!!

Best Dog I ever had 16 years 1990 to 2006 she was the most loyal dog I ever had growing up she was very protective of our family especially my brothers and I as kids. Would definitely get another Akita in the future.

I have had 6 Akitas in my life . I love the breed. My newest boy Odin was born 10/31/18. They are loyal intelligent and very clean. I know when they bark something isn’t right. I once came home from work to find a man trapped on my roof, he was the cable guy. I had beware of dog signs which he saw but ignored when he whistled and no dog appeared he thought it was ok to come in the yard. He barely escaped being bit by my dog Ninja. He was up there for 2 hours. He said Ninja never once barked but his growl scared the crap out of him. He said He never heard or saw him until he heard a low growl and turned around and saw my 115 pound dog he thanked god he was able to pull himself up on the roof. Ninja then calmly peed ,kicked his back legs found his shady spot and proceeded to nap. Every time the guy would move elsewhere on the roof Ninja would follow. This was in Las Vegas during the summer so it was well over 100. The poor idiot learned his lesson I hope.

I have a Japanese akita as my first dog. Best dog so far, super smart, protective, but very stubborn and if you take easy on him, he will take advantage to be in charge of the house. He loves people but very cautious with other dogs. But he does identify people with good intent around you compare to other people that are not, I can clearly see different reactions of him with people. I have a youtube channel of my akita, have a look and experience a wonderful journey of us and my akita. :)

I want an Akita Inu for protection, I’ve raised stubborn Shibas before, it was well worth the effort.

I just lost my Akita named Kita in February. She was by far the best fog I've ever had. I definitely plan on getting another Akita one day. R.I.P Kita Girl💙

I am totally blind. I have 2 akitas. I bought them from Kinyama Kennels when they were 8 weeks old. They just turned 11 years old. They get along with my grandkids and my yellow lab guide dog. I enjoyed listening to the videos. Thank you.

Mine caught a bird from flight...and once we had a problem with moles digging in the yard he caught that also

I adopted my female America Akita at 5months old after my sweet cocker spaniel passed away at 14. Cleo is the sweetest girl to humans and is a wonderful big sister to my Shepard/Boxer mix Joe.(also a rescue)I don’t worry about her around kids either.she has never shown any aggression towards humans unless she senses danger. SHe has a gentle mouth and doesn’t mind people around her when she eats at all. She is very smart,still playful,stubborn as a mule and lazy. She loves food. We have had some health issues but she solders on without complaint. I do not let her socialize with other dogs. But she has a very full life! Blowing of the coat is a real thing and incredibly time consuming and messy. Oddly, enough Cleo doesn’t like the vacuum cleaner on. LOL full drama mode when I am trying to clean up after the “Queen” Cleo. Can’t imagine my life without her.

Giving them seaweed helps with bloat. Great video

I adopted a 10 year old Akita from a rescue shelter and it was the best decision I have ever made. I was not prepared for the blow out, as I had a lab growing up, but he has been the best companion for me. He certainly lets me know if he needs anything haha.

My friend had 2 Akitas. The first was a rescue and was definitely ornery. He tried to bite me once (on my neck!) even though I was basically his 2nd owner (I took him for long walks and fed him often). Eventually he bit someone very severely and had to be put down. The second one was the biggest love sponge I've ever seen. Just a big, goofy, loveable, gentle giant. He was never neutered but nevertheless was very well behaved for the most part. Def a mixed bag breed.

Wonderful breed. I just lost my Majar on February 14, of 2019 at 13 year old. He was my baby. My son. He had a wonderful personality and loved his cloth toys. (Not plastic).😊 I don't know if I can get another Akita, because my heart was broken by the lost of Majar.😪. I've had dogs all my life.. by this one...was the Best..friend, son, and compassion that I have ever had. Thank you for bringing this wonderful story of the Akita to me. 😇

Akitas are the best dogs so beautiful

I had a japanese akita cross german shepherd growing up who was a beautiful even tempered dog. He helped my sister learn to walk by letting her lean on him and saved her from falling down the stairs. He used to love kids and other animals and was just the most wonderful dog ive ever met. I would 100% have another one as soon as i have the room and time to give ❤❤

When I was a baby my family owned an Akita. It would protect me all the time. She would guide me back to my parents if I wandered to far. She would even pull my carriage down the sidewalk. If I get another dog in the future(I’m twelve) it’s going to be an Akita

I love my akita ❤

I'm glad Linda expresses the difference between the types of Akitas. I have a 10 year old pure bred blue brindle Japanese Akita with champion lines in Japan and she is spot on with them.

I loved listening to this lady's opinions and wisdom. I have always been drawn to these type of breeds (chows, samoyeds, etc) I own a chow mix, and I am obsessed with her! I put my passion more on the side of rescue, but I have so much respect for responsible breeders. Beautiful akitas!

We rescued one 4 years ago he's 11 now, they are clever, stubborn, wilful and loyal. Ours loves cuddles and his toys and he's just a wonderfully loving dog.

brad looks rough this week

Growing up we had 6 akitas. Each daughter when they got a.house to an akita..thats 4 akitas now. I am waiting for my backyard to.be fixed up to i get my akita. 6ft fence! Hahaha no way.they will.jump that easy. They know how to.climb. and can really jump. When an akita is on a.chase they are so quick and and move so smoothly. Its amazing to watch them in their element. They all.got their own personalities. Very very very protective of family. Very watchful and aware. They are like babysitters. They love to.be loved on and just want to be at your side. Very loyal dogs. Funny too. They do like to hunt. They tend to catch and eat small animals and birds. But they family pets are fine, sorta. Our bunnies and akitas would chase each other around but akitas are big heavy dogs and get little to excited, rolled over on a few of them. Poor things.

I have a Japanese Akita and it is very strong and big

This tells me alot about my Akita/Golden mix,now that he is12 years he doesn't shed. It just thickins till I trim and brush him for a week. My back is killing me! The sweetist dog in the world. At one time though he took after his chow/german shepard house mate Whiskey,now that was one bad ass dog. Took out four crazy dogs attacking my neighbors dog then growled at me when I put his collar back on(which i took off to get the stray bitches) then droped a loar in their yard.The whole time the never came out to try and save their dog. Whiskey did,RIP Big Daddy.

I own American Akitas and 5 cats and I would not say that Akitas play like cats. They hunt like cats (silently) but they don't play like cats. They play like dogs.

I can’t imagine to live with long hair dogs.seriously they way these dogs shed hair in this video is crazy .

A video about the Airedale or gaint schnauzer should be next!!

I had a pure bred Japanese brindle for years, and he was my baby boy. When I got him, at 2 yrs, there was an instant connection. He walked over to me looking me straight in the eyes the whole time, stopped just in front of me and sat at attention until I put my hand out. One sniff and that was it. He would sleep right at my feet or off to the side of the bed. If I got sick I would wake up with him staring at me until I told him I was okay. He was very social with those all of our kids and friends. He was a wonderful father to the litters he sired, and spent almost as much time giving the pups attention as the dame did. Wonderful pictures of that. I had a family member stay with us for a couple of years who was in poor health at the time, and he would get up in the middle of the night and go to their room to check on them, and he felt I was okay he would stay in their room for the remainder of the night. He was my shadow, and watchman. His name was Topper. My boy now is almost the same personality, but he just came out of his stupid stage, he's 2 now and a joy. We named him Angelo, and the running joke is we have a Japanese dog with an Italian name, so he likes sushi, and pasta. Thanks for the video. Mike

Where's brad!

I had a large male 17 yrs They can dig their way out from under a fence in a minute. They also are very funny with children they don't know. He was by far the smartest dog we ever had. RIP Siminoe

My Akita passed Oct 2018. I'll share what I wrote about having him in my life. Hey little man. I’m sorry it has taken me so long to write you. My heart has kept my tongue to a whisper, and my words have been too far gone from my fingertips. I’m not sure how to even process it all. I mean, I’m over 6,000 miles away from where you are resting. Yet- I’m no further away from you if I were to be sitting next to you now. No matter the distance, I am just as close to you. Every new day is another day further from the last time I laid my head on yours and told you I loved you. That everything would be ok. That you are safe. That I would find you again. A forever goodbye is unexplainable. I watched you grow from young to old. You watched me grow from boy to man. Time took you too quickly but gave us the gift of each other. This gift through all this cosmic madness, through the billions of years of an endless universe, through time itself, we still somehow collided. We still found each other. The last hour we shared together did not feel real. It seemed as though the wildflowers held you and the sound of the water was the most vivid then I’ve ever heard. I see you, and that moment was like a painting in my mind. Time is a messy well thought out brush stroke. I see that last hour all at once now. Everything seemed as it should. Even though, it was everything I felt it shouldn’t. I knew I would lose my shadow, a shadow that was never dark, but always blissfully there. I miss you deeply. Did you know we walked around 80,000 miles together? It’s an estimate, but that’s like walking around the Earth 3 and a half times. I wish I could go back one day and walk with you just one more mile again, just sit with you in the snow, or even skip rocks and watch you eat the water as it splashed. Sometimes when I’m out and about I see you, but then sometimes I wake up and remember. Those are my favorite dreams. You passed on October 8th 2018 and I did not write to you because it felt like I was letting go. Writing make is so real. I still say your name when I’m laughing or upset. I still look for you when I come home. I still cry when I see a photo of you out of the blue. I’m not sure you will ever know that you saved me. But you did. Through the best and worst times. You kept me going. You loved me all the same. No matter if we were living in a car for 4 months, or a 6-bedroom home. None of that mattered, you never judged me because all that mattered was time together. It was just you and me, and no matter the time- I look back and in hindsight they were the best of times with you. Damn you had so many answers to life, you had it all figured out. You were the best teacher. Thank you is not words enough. There are no words for how I feel about you. There is nothing I can say to give thanks. So, thank you will have to do but it can’t ever capture how I feel. You introduced me to my wife, you seemed to stick around to make sure I had someone in my life who loved me just as deeply as you. You were so gentle when you first met our daughter. If we never went for that walk that day, I would not have Mara or Naya in my life. Thank you for looking out for me. Thank you for making sure. I love you with everything I have. I will find you again. If that means some transcendent form of consciousness, or our atoms just have the opportunity to collide- maybe they did when we were being cooked up in a star. I’ll see you again, somehow, I will. I love you Kuma. I wish I could whisper it in your ear one more time. But this letter will have to do. This letter is why I’m writing to tell you. I can’t sum up a lifetime together nor would I ever want to try. That’s for us to share and keep. That’s special. Those are our memories. I’m just letting the universe know that I love you-that’s all. Visit me more in my dreams, I’ll have food for your there. Kuma-come. Good boy. You’re a good boy.

I don't understand why anybody would give thumbs down to this, very good explanation of the dog and very good warnings

One of the most beautiful coats you will see on any dog.

What the hell is wrong with the kennel clubs in the US and Canada??? In what universe can the Japanese Akita and the American Akita be considered the same breed?

My akita is going on 9 still young at heart its amazing. My family got her when we were young so unfortunately parents were busy with work and couldnt take her to the dog park regularly so shes not the best socializer. But she is so loving of all humans but will growl at strangers who approach me unprovoked. I love my Sakura

I loved mine. So sweet. He was beautiful. I’ve gone to Shibas, as they’re a size I can manage a little better. But I love the Akitas too.

do you intend to make a video about giant schnauzers? big fan here, love your videos :)

Wow I love this. Learned lots about them. I recently adopted a one yr old Akita mix. He gets along well with my female pit mix. He has learned the cat is in charge lol, he fits right in as if he lived her all along.

Please do a living with akitas if possible! Japanese or American

My girl has Sebaceous Adentitis, she's bounced back decently since going on meds. Thankfully her coat is coming back

This is an American not Japanese Akita

I fell in love with the breed when Nicole Brown Simpson's Akita mourned her death by wailing and looking for help.

My husky died and bow I got an Japanese Akita

I owned one. They are NO joke! He used to go after pits when he was 6 months old! God help if I kid threw their ball in our yard. They could not even ring the bell to tell us. Sooooo many crazy stories. Be careful and take control when they are young. Very smart, damn near potty trained himself! He was AKC registered. I never showed or anything tho. I had an American Akita. 105lbs. at 5 months old!

Please do one on shiba inu's ! I would love to know more about my little shiba boy

I have been an OG Akita owner for 15 years. All my dogs have been a pure joy. I had a huge yard with an invisible fence which the didnt even need after a year. They stayed in the yard, were good with other dogs, cats and kids. Toward the end I kept kids away and muzzled them if strangers were around just for safety. Female was golden Male was iffy at worst but still golden. They were large 120 130 pound American. They killed everything in the yard from small moles and shrews to huge raccoons. I gave them my people scraps mixed with their food. Skin disorders racked my female in the end and my Males stomach flipped. They were around 11. Heart breaking when they start falling apart. Never hit or negative enforce these dogs ever. They are too smart and will remeber and get you.

There is a comment after 29 seconds even though the video is 10 minutes 😅

Now this Lady is the kind of Breeder everyone should look for when Buying a Specific kind of Breed. There isn't One Thing that she didn't cover about her Beautiful Akita's. You will pay more But there is no comparison driving a Chevy to a Mercedes-Benz. Thank you Mam for your exceptional love and knowledge of a gorgeous breed, they are all perfectly beautiful.

alaskan malamute plz!

What GREAT dogs. R.I.P. Tsunami, and cheers to 6 year old Chokichi! Get yourself one. Just know what you're signing up for.

The American Akita is a very nice dog, no doubt. But, it is so different than the original real Akita, that I don't understand why you don't show an... Akita???

I have an Akita mixed with German Shepherd and it's such a beautiful dog, always gets compliments but he's such a stubborn, unfriendly dog lol hates most strangers except us.

Hey man, Great Video!!! Mind if you can you do another video on the Dutch Shepherd?

My Akita mix has a specific bark for bears. She's so smart too!

This is American Akita, which is a different breed.

My Akita is the greatest! I waited 25 years to get one. Samurai, my dog, is almost 2 & around 135 lbs. I can tell you nobody will mess with me with. Sam around. He’s the smartest dog I’ve ever seen. Very clever & so affectionate. He’s beautiful all around.

Oh look, no "pitbull masterrace" comments. What a surprise.

Miss my bella bella everyday. Most loyal and intelligent dog I have ever known. Brave to the extreme

Americans love to make everything bigger. Even if it's not good for the dog...

I never had a dog before in my life and was scared of big dogs my whole life and 2 years ago i got an Akita, hes an amazing dog, i raised him with a lot of love.

This is NOT a JAPANESE AKITA. Totally different.

I've had several breeds of dogs, but when we got our first Akira, I really fell in love with them. Have had no other breed since in 20 years

"Considered royalty in Japan." Well this is debatable. ..

One of our dogs would bloat often. Turned out he had Pyloric Stenosis, a too small opening between the stomach and the small intestine. He did have a gastroplexy, and we stopped feeding kibble and switched to refrigerated food. Oh, and a anti-gas pill every day. No more bloating after that thankfully.

Need to do GREAT DANES PLEASE

AKITAS ARE EXCELLENT FAMILY GUARD DOGS...they are hunting dogs and should never be used for fighting. THEY ARE LOYAL BEYOND BELIEF AND VERY INTELLIGENT AND INTUTIVE.

I love Akita’s. But as much as I adore them. I can’t risk getting one around my 6-2 year olds. Just dont trust em

...thank you for showing the shedding part that explizid. And that lady really seems to know what she says and what she is doing. Good info!

These dogs are Dangerous, don’t get one unless you are an expert ATTENTIVE handler and are willing to follow this woman’s guidelines for ownership thoroughly.

Ive onwed male and female pitbulls, german sherphards and bull terrieriers, Akitas are by FAR the best dogs Ive ever had over 30 years.

"Akita is not for first time dog owners". How can we have an xp if were not recommended to own one in the first place? This is job hunting all over again. Only hiring someone with xp.

Very informative, very knowledgeable to the breed. I have spoke with her over the phone, I watch her video many times and recommend this video to others.

YES NOT A BRAD ONE FINALLY LMAO

Akitas are such beautiful dogs. I know I have had 3 of them. My Akita loves people. She loves when people give her love. She goes to the micro brewery every week and it’s like she is “Norm” from Cheers. She is their official greeter

So show dog breeders ruined the Akita? That's weird.

I had an Akita. we lived in a bad neighborhood in south Hayward ca .. when my daughter Was a toddler she grabbed his ear and he just head butted her over Like a goat. But when a tweeker came around he hit the Security screen door so hard he bent it . Lucky for that guy the door held up. I never Tried to make him a watchdog just loved him pet him fed him take him to the hills for long walks that dogs instincts were to protect . Natural . Socializing them from a very young pup is a great idea because they can be lethal when full grown

"Bear hunting" is a made up breed history. The Akita was a fighting dog which was routinely defeated by the western bulldogs of that time. The lack of success of the Akita against the western breeds then caused the Japanese to create the much more capable Tosa Inu. After the Tosa was created the Akita was absolete as a fighter and thankfully became revered for all the other fantastic qualities this breed displays. The false "bear hunting" history was created to avoid the undeserved and unfounded negative reputations the so called fighting breeds endure these days. It makes no sense since no one seems to think that aggression towards bears translates into aggression towards humans... just like aggression towards dogs does not translate into aggression towards people. The Akita is a fantastic breed regardless of their made up or real history. And yes... Brad... You look a little different in this video... change of diet?