How to choose a good Akita puppy

Feb 05,2024
4Min

The Akita Inu is the most famous dog in Japan and is also very popular around the world. It looks a bit similar to the Chinese native dog, but it is a banned dog in China. When purchasing, you must pay attention to the health condition of the Akita dog.

1. The appearance is neat and tidy, lively and energetic, and the movements are flexible. When you hold it in your hands, it feels heavier than expected, that is, it is a real weight.

2. When you open your mouth, you will see that the mouth, gums and tongue are light red, the teeth are biting normally, and there is no special odor;

3. The ears of Akita puppies should be clean and free of secretions. If your Akita puppy often scratches its ears or shakes its head, it may be infected with ear scabies;

4. The tip of the nose is reddish, moist and shiny. The tip of the nose should feel cool and moist with the back of your hand. There should be no nasal discharge or secretions around the nostrils;

5. The eyes should be clear and bright, with no secretions from the corners of the eyes, and the third eyelids should not be exposed from the corners of the eyes (the third eyelid appears first in many Akita puppies when they are sick);

6. The body is moderately developed, the muscles are strong, the limbs are thick but not bent, the walking is normal, and the legs and feet can react strongly when pulling with hands;

7. The abdomen should be slightly round, and the ribs cannot be touched by hand. If the abdomen of the Akita puppy is enlarged, it may be a symptom of roundworm infection or peritonitis. It is normal for the Akita puppy's belly to be slightly protruding;

8. The hair around the anus is clean and the anal opening has no stains;

9. The most obvious health indicators of Akita puppies are reflected in their hair. A healthy Akita puppy's coat should be shiny, fluffy, and stand erect. If the Akita Inu puppy's hair is messy and dull, it means that the Akita Inu puppy has been infected with the disease, or has been ill and has just recovered. It is best not to choose such an Akita Inu puppy;

10. React immediately when hearing a cry, have a desire to play when teased, and have a strong appetite when smelling meat.

The body parts characteristics of Nanjing Akita dogs can be roughly divided into the above aspects. Owners can strictly follow this method during the selection process. If owners can strictly follow this method when purchasing, If you meet the requirements, you can buy relatively excellent Akita puppies. This is what owners should know most before buying. (Picture source: Internet)

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