The exact origin of Akitas is not entirely known. We are aware, however, that they originated in Japan and were once restricted to being owned by samurai who used them to hunt wild boar, bears and ...

The magnificent akita can stand as high as 28 inches at the shoulder and weigh as much as 120 pounds. Add that this Japanese-bred dog was once used to hunt bear and as a sporting (fighting) dog, and ...

In this video, we'll talk about the Japanese Akita breed of dog, their characteristics, how to care for them, and more. We'll also give you a short tour of our Japanese Akita's beautiful home in Japan ...

"She was doing something that she loved to do." The husband of a woman mauled and killed by a rescued Akita doesn't want the breed to be blamed for what happened. Police say 69-year-old volunteer ...