Akita Dogs Exercise Requirements

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     Akita puppies are very energetic and they love running around and having fun. They love romping around and cause mayhem wherever they go. This is the life of a 10 to 12 month old puppy. They are very curious with their surroundings and they can't help but to jump for joy too especially when they come in contact with the people he loves - you and your family.

These Akita puppies are very affectionate and very loyal so you could really notice him following you around most of the time or even will be at your children's side wherever they go. It is advisable though to not pamper the puppy too much since it will really weave in their system that they can do practically anything and get away with anything too.

You have to set barriers and don't forget about routine. Animals can be trained through proper conditioning and routine is the secret to it. Since puppies need not exercise vigorously on a daily basis, you have to set some time to walk him around the garden for a few hours.

Since this breed has some health conditions particularly in their hips and other joints, it is a good idea to keep them mobile rather than allow them to sleep all day or sleep whenever they want to sleep. Everyone is accustomed to routines so teach your puppy even at his young age that when this time comes, its time to eat or walk or take a bath or play. You have to set the rules otherwise; he will be setting his own rules and imposing them on you.

Before walking time, he will be very restless so you have to see to it that your house is puppy-proofed. Secure all wires, spray citronella on things you do not want to be chewed up and you also have to give out your commands in a firm way. Mean what you say and do not treat them like your little children. When you say no you really have to say it in a firm way. Once he follows, reward him with a treat or if it is not time for snacks you can always pat his head and scratch his ears and say good boy.

You still have to put a leash on your puppy even if you will just walk him around the garden. You are not sure if a mailman would pass-by or a visitor would arrive. Akita Inus are quite territorial and even for a young age; they know who their masters are. Just hold on the leash as you walk around a couple of times until you see that he appears to tire already.

Always take him out for a walk for an hour or so. This way he can practice walking with a leash plus strengthen his muscles and realign his joints but allow him to play around too. He will like it. Akitas love it more if the whole family joins him for a walk.

It is of common knowledge that the bigger and heavier a dog is, the more he is prone to hip displacement and other joint problems. In the case of these Akita puppies, they will rapidly grow and mature to their real body and this is a real big size. They are heavy dogs around 130 pounds for males and 110 pounds for females. Since they are very affectionate, they can horse you around and leap on you to plant slobbery kisses. You have to keep in shape all the more since you can pop a rib in the process too.

There are different kinds of exercises for your growing Akita puppy. At first, they can only be walked a couple of hours every other day but as they grow stronger and bigger, you have to spend time to walk him everyday. Be considerate on the weather too. If the sun is shining too fiercely, allow him to walk at sunset. You see, Akita Puppies have thick coats so bear in mind that they could suffer a heat stroke most especially if they do not get hydrated.

Spending quality time with these Akita puppies can be difficult once you find yourself in the middle of an important presentation or deadline. It's a good thing to share responsibilities with your family members so they too can build a relationship and a lasting bond with the puppy.

Educate your family members that they should not play tug-of-war with these puppies especially when they are leashed. The puppies will definitely love it but as they grow bigger, the simple tugs they made when they were younger could mean a different thing. These dogs are massive and possess super strength so keep the games that could lead to harm at bay.

A simple game of fetch will do since this will help in the puppy's coordination skills and will also teach him to leap and fly. It will be a total body exercise. During winter or fierce sunny days, keep the puppy safe indoors. He can walk around the house too. If the weather is really good, let him go outside to play. He will definitely be depressed if you always keep him indoors.

Akita puppies love routines so they will also be the ones to tug at your seams when they know its time for them to take a walk. You have to be the one to initiate walk since Akitas are known to be domineering animals. They might just make you their slaves so be the one to initiate everything even though they have already gotten used to the routine. Do not wait until you dog boss you around. It should not be that way.

Whenever you are out for a walk, keep you puppy leashed at all times. This not only prevents him from running after someone else's Frisbee or engages into a dogfight with someone else's dog. They can be ferocious especially with other dogs and cats and even innocent rabbits.