Friday, November 25, 2011

Reasons Akita Training Should Begin Early

By Ruth Morgan


Given their physical traits and personality, every Akita undoubtedly needs proper Akita training particularly if they are to become household pets. The breed is characterized as large, powerful and dominant dog and any mistake or insufficient training can potentially cause issues to anyone around. Harmful as it seems, this should not prevent you from getting an Akita though. What is hidden behind a dominating feature is a breed that is extremely affectionate with its owners and some of them have already proven their unwavering faithfulness to their family and friends. Remember the heartwarming account of Hachiko?

To have a well-mannered dog in spite of its natural dominating traits, training should be done in a right way at the right time. The right time is obviously when they are still young and haven't developed undesirable behavior just yet. Listed below are the reasons why Akita training must start early:

Akitas are intolerant of other dogs.

Akitas cannot put up with the presence of other dogs. They normally rule others particularly unfamiliar ones and those of the same sex. But this may not be the case if they're provided with Akita training while very young. Training to counteract this issue typically involves socialization to get them accustomed to the presence of other dogs as well as other animals and people outside the family.

Akitas are territorial with property.

If an even-tempered Labrador Retriever becomes territorial if its property is threatened, what more with this breed? An Akita is more likely to start barking or growl at, or worse, attack any stranger that is invading its territory. Training your pet that passersby, postman, delivery man or your neighbors aren't threats can prevent them from showing territorial behaviors.

Akitas aren't only large and strong, they are dominant dogs too.

Unlike Great Danes that are tall yet gentle-mannered, Akitas are true to their form. What they look like; large, powerful, alert, dignified and courageous - are what they really are. Absolutely nothing is wrong with such qualities however, lack of Akita training can result in aggression and other behavior issues that can be difficult to break.

Akitas are used to live and work alone or in pairs.

Dogs are known to thrive in packs but given that Akitas are intolerant of other dogs, letting them around other dogs is not highly recommended unless they are highly socialized since young. In addition, an untrained Akita should not be allowed off-leash in parks and other public places to avoid injuries and other behavior-related issues.

Perhaps, many dog lovers are appealed to experience the loyalty of this well-known breed however, before you decide to take home one, make certain that you are well-prepared for this powerful breed.




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