Akita Inu is a Japanese breed of dogs that does not go unnoticed due to its imposing, strong, and powerful looks. They are fearless and brave, yet they behave in a calm, quiet, and dignified manner. Akitas are independent and reserved with strangers, but to their family they are docile and extremely loyal, though they hardly ever tolerate any nonsense.

Akitas are large, spitz-like dogs that were initially raised for hunting bears, but are now kept as pets, therapy dogs or police/military dogs. They have a strong temperament and a very complex personality that is not easily understood. The Akita is dominant and intolerant of other animals, especially same-sex dogs, and they need consistent leaders, capable of firm training.