Male Japanese Akita Inu Puppies for sale in Waltham Abbey, Essex

3 Male Japanese Akita Inu Puppies for sale in Waltham Abbey, Essex

The Japanese Akita Inu, also known as Great Japanese Dog, Akita-ken, is a Spitz type dog that originated in the northernmost mountainous regions of mainland Japan. In fact, there are two types, the American Akita and the Japanese Akita Inu, with the dogs being distinguished by their coat colour. Both are powerful, large dogs that have a large presence everywhere.

Read our Japanese Akita Inu Buying Advice page for information on this dog breed.

Japonese Akita Inu

Japanese Akita Inu

14 weeksAge

4Sex

£500Price

✨ 4 brindle males, born on 19/08/2025 Healthy, active and beautiful puppies raised in a home environment. They have been vet checked and have their internal deworming up to date. They are not litter-t

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Dagenham, Greater London

Male pup

Japanese Akita Inu

4 monthsAge

1Sex

£750Price

17 weeks old selling due to landlord not wanting pets in the home no fault of his own friendly with everyone (kids, adults, other animals) loves a cuddle comes with toys food, bowls,collar, lead, cag

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear

Old English bulldog/japanese Akita husky puppies

English Bulldog & Japanese Akita Inu Hybrid

12 weeksAge

6Sex

£300Price

6 beautiful male puppies for sale 4 weeks old Will be ready in 4-5 weeks time. Can be viewed with mom. They absolutely gorgeous puppies

Tamworth, Staffordshire

FAQs

Can Japanese Akita Inu be good family dogs?

Japanese Akita Inu can be good family dogs due to their loyalty and affection towards family members, including children. However, they are large, strong, and dominant dogs that require experienced owners for proper training and socialisation. They tend to be territorial and aloof with strangers and may show aggression towards other dogs, so careful management is essential, especially in multi-pet households.

Can you own an Akita in the UK?

Yes, you can own an Akita in the UK. It is advisable to purchase from a reputable breeder who meets Kennel Club Assured breeder standards to ensure health and ethical breeding. Adoption from rescue centres is also an option. Owning an Akita requires commitment to their ongoing care, which can average at least £105 per month, covering food, vaccinations, neutering, grooming, and more.

What is the difference between Japanese Akita and Akita Inu?

The terms Japanese Akita and Akita Inu often refer to the same breed, with 'Akita Inu' meaning 'Akita dog' in Japanese. The distinction is commonly made in Western countries to differentiate the traditional Japanese Akita Inu, which has a reserved temperament and finer features, from the American Akita—a larger and more robust variation developed in the US. The Japanese Akita Inu is considered a national monument of Japan.

Why is an Akita so expensive?

Akitas are expensive due to their rarity and strict pure breeding standards, especially for the Japanese Akita Inu. Breeding costs include extensive health tests and responsible care. Additionally, the lifetime costs of feeding, healthcare, grooming, and training add to the expense, and because they require experienced owners, demand is more limited, raising their value.