Akita (dog breed)
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The Akita Inu is a Japanese dog breed of large size. Originating from the mountains of northern Japan, the Akita has a short double coat similar to that of many other northern spitz breeds. The breed
Akita Inu photographed around 1907
Loyal Hachikō became legendary after waiting every day for his master to return at Shibuya Station in central Tokyo.
A 9-week-old American Akita
Long-coat Akita
Spitz
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The spitz is a type of domestic dog including between 50 and 70 breeds depending on classification. There is no precise definition of the type, but most spitz breeds have pricked ears, almond-shaped e
Akita (dog breed)
…dog breed of large size. Originating from the mountains of northern Japan, the Akita has a short double coat similar to that of many other northern spitz breeds. The breed traces its roots to the Matagi Inu, a chūgata ken (medium-sized dog) historically used by the Matagi—traditional hunters of the Tōhoku…
A German Spitz
Profile view of a Mittelspitz's face