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Eastern Monument.
- Source :
- Dog World; Jan2011, Vol. 96 Issue 1, p30-35, 5p
- Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- The article provides information on the Akita, a member of the spitz family of dogs which originated on the island of Honshu in Akita Prefecture, Japan. Typical features of the Akita include a wedge-shaped head, a thick double coat and a large curled tail. The Akita breed was declared a national monument by the Japanese government in 1931. The Akita is described as aloof, intelligent and independent, possessing a well-developed guarding instinct and a tendency to take the lead with other dogs. Tips on training an Akita are presented. INSETS: All-'Round Raiden;Timeless Devotion.
- Subjects :
- AKITA dog
DOG behavior
ANIMAL behavior
DOG breeds
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00124893
- Volume :
- 96
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- Dog World
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 55347528