1. Different histories:

Japanese Akita Dog: The name of the Japanese Akita Dog comes from Akita Prefecture, its place of origin. It belongs to the sharp-billed dog breed, and is a dog breed that is physically strong and likes to exercise. It is often used as a fire alarm working dog in Japan, and now it is also a very popular domestic dog in various countries around the world.

American Akita Inu: The Akita Inu came to the United States after World War II. In the following 30 years, American Akita enthusiasts continuously improved it and bred the American Akita Inu. The American AKC also officially inherited the American Akita breed in 1972.

2. Differences in personality:

The Japanese Akita dog has a lively personality, strong possessiveness, and is also highly aggressive towards other dogs. The American Akita has a docile personality and better obedience than the Japanese Akita, making it more suitable for urban families.

3. Differences in posture:

The Japanese Akita dog is smaller in size than the American breed, and its height and weight are also smaller than the American breed, but its limbs are slender. The head is more like a Shiba Inu. The American Akita dogs are relatively large, which makes people think they are majestic and majestic. The limbs are shorter and thicker than Japanese ones. The head is like a bear.

IV. Differences in coat color:

According to the coat color recognized by the AKC, the Japanese Akita dog’s coat color can be white, yellow, etc. The most common one is white face and yellow back. There are flower colors and tiger spots, but the colors have a strong sense of penetration and the connection is not clear. As for the American Akita dogs, there is no limit to their coat color. The patterned hair has a three-dimensional effect and the connection between the coat colors is clear.

Six. Differences in ears:

Japanese Akita dogs have very thick ears. However, the ears of American Akita dogs are thinner and suffer from insufficient congestion.

7. Differences in tails:

Under normal circumstances, the tail of Japanese Akita dogs is rolled on the back, which is called: chrysanthemum tail. The tails of American Akita dogs are basically loose and uncurled on their backs.