Can Akita live in hot weather?

In general, Akitas do not tolerate hot weather because they have few ways to adjust to the heat. A healthy adult Akita does well on a warm day up to 86° F (30°C) but the ambient temperature should not exceed 68 °F (20°C) for your Akita to join you for a hike or a jog.

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How do you buy a Akita dog?

You can buy an Akita from a show breeder , who breeds Akitas to match a detailed standard of appearance for the dog show ring. You can also buy an Akita from people who “just breed pets” or “just had one litter.” But should you? Be sure to read the article to learn more about these people.

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