The nuances of education and training Akita Inu

Akita Inu is an ancient Japanese breed of dog. A symbol of love, devotion and kindness. These dogs are excellent guards, at the same time they are very gentle and affectionate, adore children. They are wonderful hunters, and in recent times more and more often become winners of exhibitions and competitions.

You can describe Akita Inu dogs like this:

• bold;
• strong;
• decisive;
• sports;
• dexterous;
• hardy;
• independent;
• smart;
• resourceful;
• obedient (with the right approach).

Despite the fact that the breed has been around for many years, she became popular thanks to the famous film "Hachiko". It was after watching the film that thousands of people wanted the same true friend. But do not mix cinema and real life.

It all starts with the choice of a breeder. It is from him that you learn the initial information about your future favorite. His parents deserve special interest: carefully study all the documents, the pedigree, consult with specialists.

The best option would be a dog from a medium litter with puppies of the same size. Healthy babies are fun, playful and curious. As they grow older, these animals become calm and judicious.

Caring for this breed is not difficult, but in order to educate akita inu, you need to take into account certain advice from dog handlers. The dog is very smart and instinctively feels what the owner wants from her.Easily tolerates a change of scenery. He feels great both in the city and in nature. Education should be consistent and last a lifetime.

The independence and immediacy of the nature of the animal begin to manifest itself from early childhood. The animal independently decides when and how to play, making him do something else is almost impossible.

The puppy should initially know and communicate with all family members and other animals, if any, living with him in the same territory. This dog will not tolerate submission, communication should occur only on equal terms. Over time, Akita Inu will learn to understand and execute commands spoken in a calm, even voice.

Most owners of this breed of dogs claim that it can not be trained. However, the opinion cannot be so unambiguous. To find an approach to the representatives of this ancient breed and independently raise your pet is quite realistic. And the sooner you start doing it, the better the result will be.

You need to start training Akita Inu with 2-2.5 months of life. It should be remembered that the dog’s blood is irreconcilable with other animals and strangers. For the social adaptation of the dog, gradual addiction and constant communication are necessary. The first six months of a puppy's conscious life is the period of the formation of the psyche, the search for its place in the world. If from the very beginning you do not show the puppy who is the owner of the house, then he will consider himself the owner.

Akita Inu is almost a wolf. When communicating with a dog, one must be able to maintain leadership and abide by the laws of the pack. You need to love her unambiguously, but at the same time not to allow contradictions in your behavior.

In order for the dog to feel the leader in the master and strictly obey him, one should immediately prioritize:

• the dog takes food after all family members have eaten;
• the owner must enter and exit in front of the dog in any room;
• the dog should know its place and sleep only on it - the owner’s bed is a taboo for him;
• in order to position itself as a leader, only its owner should start and end any game with a dog;
• avoid signs of aggression on the part of the animal (even a harmless, at first glance, biting).

Not everyone has the opportunity to send the puppy to a specialized dog training school. However, each owner of a small Akita Inu wants his dog to be obedient, know the maximum teams and be socially adapted. Having studied the relevant literature and consulted with a dog handler, you can train an Akita Inu puppy at home.

The dog must feel the line that cannot be crossed. Her desire to dominate, crush for herself should be immediately suppressed. Even the protection of the owner is permissible only on command. When and from whom to protect this or that object is decided by the owner, not the dog.

If the animal is owned by the owner, whose authority is not in doubt, then a completely adequate and trained dog will grow out of the puppy. But you have to constantly monitor the behavior of Akita Inu, demonstrating their leadership.

To teach a puppy of Akita Inu breed elementary commands, you should be patient.In no case should you punish a dog. Correctly train the animal will help dog handlers.

Recommendations for mastering elementary commands are given below.

• "To me!" - the most necessary team. The dog should be in a calm state (does not play, does not eat, does not sleep), attract her attention by giving a nickname. Step back a few steps, repeat the nickname, add the call “To me!” and show a piece of cheese or meat. When the puppy comes running, praise him with his voice, give a treat. Repeat the action 6-7 times a day.
• "Fu!" - This dog needs this skill, first of all, for its health. If the pet has mastered it well, then he will never take food from the hands of a stranger or found on the street. To develop a team requires considerable exposure. Pieces of food should be scattered across the floor and the dog should not be eaten by saying a command. Then put food in a bowl and allow.
• "Sit" - standing next to the puppy and holding a treat in his hand, draw his attention and give a command. With the other hand, carefully help the pet sit down and immediately encourage it. It is necessary to repeat at every opportunity, so that the dog has well mastered the command.
• “Lie down” - From the first try to achieve its implementation is almost impossible. A puppy simply cannot understand what they want from him. You need to learn it using voice and physical impact. The exercise is performed with a leash, which should be pulled down while pressing on the withers. As soon as the dog lies down, immediately reward him delicious.
• "Wait" - the team produces an excerpt. Approach the dog with a treat in his hand, bring it over the head of the animal. Say a command, step back a bit, then come back and give a treat. Akita Inu will eventually understand what the owner wants. The distance must be increased all the time.

The protective instinct in a dog of this breed is triggered precisely when there is a real danger. Adults are not always generous in expressing their feelings towards the owner, but do not doubt their love. Restraint and poise are features of their noble nature.

The ability to adapt to the lifestyle of its owner makes Akita Inu a very convenient companion. For small children, a dog can replace a nanny. Young people leading an active lifestyle and playing sports will become a reliable partner in training or walking.

Representatives of this breed are not characterized by a manifestation of emotions, but do not hesitate - the dog needs contact with the owner. Even if everything inside her is boiling with emotions, outwardly it can be imperceptible. Getting a puppy, you need to be prepared that some of the free time will now belong to him.

For those who are going to get an Akita Inu puppy just to be an exact copy of the hero of the movie “Hachiko”, one thing is certain: Hachiko is not a breed, but a parenting. And you can raise Hachiko from any breed of dog.

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