<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAfter World War II, the Akita Inu was brought to America by the military on their return home. The traits of loyalty, persistence, and intelligence soon caught the attention of breeders, who began to develop their own breeding line. This led to the establishment of a new variety.<\/p>\r\n
There are currently only 2 types of Akita<\/strong>, the Akita Inu or Japanese Akita<\/strong>, and the American Akita<\/strong>. According to the standards of the FCI ( International Cynological Federation ), Japan, and many other countries, the American Akita is considered a separate breed. In contrast, the United States and Canada consider both the American and the Japanese to belong to the same race.<\/p>\r\n<\/span>Akita Inu vs. American Akita: how are they different?<\/span><\/h2>\r\nAlthough they are very similar dogs, there are some differences that help identify whether an Akita is Japanese or American.<\/p>\r\n
<\/span>Coat color<\/span><\/h3>\r\nOnly specific colors are allowed in the Akita Inu standard, such as red-fawn, sesame, white, and brindle. In addition, this dog must not show a face mask and the lower part of the body must be cream or white, starting from the chin to the tail. The inside of the legs, the sides of the snout, and the cheeks should also be light in color.<\/p>\r\n
For its part, the American Akita can be any color\/pattern, with or without a face mask.<\/p>\r\n
\r\nRegardless of type, all Akitas have a double-layered coat: an outer layer of hard straight hair, and a thick, fine undercoat.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n