There are many heartwarming stories out there that help people to understand different outstanding characteristics about various breeds of canine. Hachi was an Akita Inu, that lived in Japan. He was born on November 10 th , , and passed away on March 8 th , living to be over 12 years old. Born on a farm in , Hachiko was adopted by a professor of agriculture at the University of Tokyo. Over time as the Akita Inu puppy grew, the owner whose name was Hidesaburo Ueno developed a daily pattern or ritual together that lasted several years.
The two would walk together down to the Shibuya train station, where Hidesaburo would affectionately say his goodbyes to Hachiko, get on the train, and leave en route to the University. Hachiko would then lounge around the train station for several hours until his owner would come back from work.
For years this pattern between Hidesaburo and his dog took place. The station employees grew fond of Hachiko and would take care of him since it became such a fixture at the station. One day everything changed for Hachiko, as his beloved owner never came back from work, as he suffered a brain hemorrhage and passed away before having the chance to come home.
Not being aware of this, Hachiko vigilantly awaited his owner for over nine years afterward, right up until the day of his death in March of It is said that Hachi died of natural causes.
His loyalty and longsuffering for the return of his loved one pierced the hearts of the Japanese people, and the fame of this dog became the stuff of legends. Because of how much this dog impacted the community, his remains were stuffed and placed on display at the Museum of Japan in Tokyo.
Several pictures have since been released of Hachiko by the family. By the way: the two breeds are fairly similar regarding features such as their pointy, triangle-shaped ears or the curled tail. The main difference is the size, as Akita dogs are about twice the size as Shiba, often even bigger. Tada, an Akita breeder from Hakodate. Not only the Western world has become fond of Akita Inu — so did Asia. The breed has been rather sought after in China for several years now, the demand for the loyal pup skyrocketed in Southeast Asia in the last two years.
Tama and introduces Joe from Singapore. He currently lives in Thailand and, together with his partner, he currently owns eight Akita dogs. His cheerful youthfulness is more than palpable, his warm, brown eyes shining excitedly from his fluffy face. I absolutely bawled when the dog kept waiting for their owner Then I decided that I absolutely want to own such a dog.
Eventually, he laughed and snapped out of it. Vladimir Putin. He was gifted an Akita puppy called Yume in and just recently appeared with her on camera.
In fact, this dog breed is inherently wary not just of unfamiliar humans but also of unknown animals, particularly male members. So unless the dog has been trained by its owner to socialize, you probably want to maintain a safe distance.
That being said, these dogs will showers their master with unquestioning devotion. Legend has it that once an Akita identifies its master, it will stand by its commitment through hell, high-water and whatever else. What could be a better proof of this than the legendary tale of Hachiko. The dog kept a daily vigil at the train station for nine years in the hopes that its master would eventually return. Talk about loyalty. Of course such unwavering dedication deserves appreciation.
Hachiko breathed his last in , yet his saga of loyalty lives on. This dog has been honored with two globally acclaimed movies depicting his life, a bronze statue gracing the waiting spot outside the Shibuya station and the day of remembrance which is observed every year.
Friendliness: The Akita Inus are not the friendliest of dog breeds. Trainability: Make no mistake, the Akita Inus are intelligent dogs. All the basics like brushing their teeth and coat are still needed. Adaptability: Because they need daily exercise, an Akita stuck alone in an apartment all day will end badly. Because of their thick coat, they can tolerate cold extremely well, but being out in the heat will take a major toll on them.
Activity: The Akita Inu requires daily exercise. Failure to do so can lead to destructive behavior. Simply put, these working dogs need to work. An Akita appreciates consistency and detests being mishandled. As an owner, keep these facts in mind and you. This dog breed was named after the Akita prefecture — a cold, rugged and mountainous region located in the island of Honshu in Northern Japan.
Some experts believe the Akita had descended from the Matagi dog , a breed revered for its hunting skills. Indeed the Akita is one of the most prolific and versatile hunters in the canine kingdom. Their talents have long been used for hunting big game like elk, boars and bears.
In olden days, Akitas were sent out to hunt in pairs and soon proved its efficiency in tracking down the most elusive of prey. Because of their strong predatory instincts, the Akita soon found itself aiding the police and guarding premises. Others link the Akita to the Japanese Spitz — another Japanese dog breed — because of physical similarities between the two.
The twentieth century turned out to be an era of mixed fortunes for this dog breed. Members of this breed travelled to America for the first time in under the ownership of Helen Keller , who seemed to have taken an instant liking to them. Their population dwindled drastically due to a combination of several factors, but the breed managed to survive the ravages of war through cross-breeding. Post-war, efforts were made to revive the original breed in Japan while several accompanied their new masters to America.
Eventually during the latter half of the twentieth century, the Akita was reinstated as the national symbol of Japan. Parallel to it, the American Akita came into existence thousands of miles away and soon carved its own distinct identity. Usually a pet dog loves being around children and an Akita is no exception. However, unlike some of the other canine breeds, an Akita has a short temper with little patience.
They will guard and protect your child with the same fervor as they would in your case. These dogs also love to play and interact with children.
However, a problem arises when there is a disagreement of any sort. Given its noble and valiant nature, an Akita plays by the rules and expects the same from everyone else, including kids. So the moment there is a deviation, this dog takes it as a personal affront and reacts with aggression.
As a pet owner you must accept this characteristic and teach your child how to properly interact with them. The last thing you would want is for the child to inadvertently provoke an Akita into anger, because the consequences can be terrifying. Being an innate hunter, an Akita finds it difficult to suppress the urge to chase other animals.
This behavior is primarily out of instinct than anything else, like animosity or sadism. On your part, you can respect this instinctive nature by not keeping any other pets. Likewise, outdoor exercise is a great idea but choosing a park full of children and other animals is a complete no-no. There is a possibility of your Akita getting agitated at every strange entity, no matter how hard you try to pacify it.
Caring for an Akita entails keeping it engaged. By doing so, you will enjoy the presence of a happy and healthy pet dog. Other than this, give your Akita the freedom to romp around the backyard and watch it relish its natural elements.
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