Akitas originated
in Japan.
Akitas originated in Japan, but today they are a popular dog breed throughout the world. In Japan, it was a tradition for a newborn child to receive an Akita as a symbol of health, a long life and happiness. Not only is the Akita a show dog, but it is also a valued hunting dog all over the world. Though easily trained, the Akita can have a rambunctious personality that requires taming, especially for breeding according to the American Kennel Club.
Instructions
1. Research the breeding process through the AKC, your local Akita Club chapters and by visiting a local library.
2. Inquire about any local laws or regulations on breeding within your city or neighborhood. Some local governments have special zoning laws on breeding within certain neighborhoods and require permits to do so.
3. Speak to veterinarians and research diseases that Akitas are prone to, such as hip dysplasia, pemphigus, autoimmune lupus and epilepsy.
4. Research the two Akitas that you intend to breed. Use pedigree paperwork provided when you purchased them to prove that they are both champion and show quality dogs.
5. Conduct a genetic investigation on diseases that have afflicted both sire and dam dogs before using them for breeding. Contact local Akita clubs or AKC clubs in your area for further pedigree information and veterinarian records for any inherited diseases. If there are no veterinarian or genetic screening records available, take your Akita to a registered veterinarian for a genetic screening test prior to breeding.
6. Line up homes for the offspring before starting the breeding process. Have contracts and deposits placed on the puppies. Make sure that you are prepared to offer a guarantee of health by providing genetic screening and pedigree information to each customer. Conduct background checks on each future owner prior to accepting the deposit. Make sure that you are not selling the dogs to a trader or someone intending to use them as fight dogs.
7. Make sure that you have the additional funds to cover an emergency C-section and other medical complications associated with the birth of the litter. Make sure that you also are ready to house or keep several of the puppies that do not find homes and provide them with the necessary vaccinations, shots and health care.
8. Select the process you want to use for the breeding -- artificial insemination or natural breeding. Note that natural breeding may require a breeding specialist or trainer to step in and help the two dogs to mate, while artificial insemination has fees and requires a veterinarian specialist.
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