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Caring for an Akita Inu
- Maintenance: Brushing once a week and a monthly bath is most recommended.
- Brushing : Akita Inus have a dense coat which requires special care. It is recommended to brush this coat weekly to keep on top of maintenance.
- Professional Grooming: This breed sheds and renews itself and should not be clipped. It is maintained by brushing and light grooming with scissors to maintain shape.
- Special Attention: Shedding in Spring and Autumn seasons.
- Recommended Grooming Appointments: This breed should be groomed approximately every 8 to 12 weeks depending on the volume of shedding hair. They should be bathed every month anyways to maintain healthy skin and coat.
Do you want the best care for your Akita Inu?
Here are 3 easy to follow steps for the best results:
1. BRUSHING
- Dogs with a double coat shed their fur twice a year.
- It is recommended to brush Akita Inus weekly with a long-bristle slicker brush to reduce shedding at home.
- A spray conditioner makes brushing easier, prevents pulling, and provides shine and hydration.
- Undercoat rakes and shedding blades help remove the undercoat without affecting the dog's natural protection.
Spray Conditioner
The Artero Mix is perfect for aiding with brushing and adding moisture back into the coat.
Brush for an Akita Inu
Artero Juliet is ideal for brushing dense coats to avoid tangles and knots.
Rake for an Akita Inu
Artero Rex is perfect for detangling dense coats without causing irritation to the skin. This helps reduce shedding at home from your Akita Inu.
De-Shedder for an Akita Inu
Artero King is the ideal partner to tackle shedding from your Akita Inu.
2. BATHING
- Regular bathing is key to the dog's hygiene, as it eliminates unpleasant odors and keeps their coat clean.
- It is recommended to bathe them monthly or every 15 days during shedding seasons.
- Use ARTERO products, which hydrate and nourish the coat, reducing hair loss and maintaining its shine.
- A conditioner at the end makes it easier to remove loose hair and adds softness.
- When a bathtub is not available, no-rinse shampoos are a quick and effective option.
Detox Shampoo
Artero Detox is the perfect solution for your Akita Inu as it is ideal for dense coats which provides nourishment and hydration along with a deep cleanse that does not dry the skin or coat out.
Dry Shampoo
Speed easily cleans the coat of excess oils without needing to be rinsed out. Simply spray on and brush through for a quick clean up.
Protein Vital Conditioner
Every bath routine should include Artero Protein which is the best choice for the Akita Inu with it's moisturising and nourishing effect it helps with removing dead hair that sheds and also moisturising the skin to promote healthy hair from root to tip.
Deodorant
After bathing, or between baths, we can apply Deodorant Sniff, to protect against bad smells.
3. HYGIENE
- Keeping the Akita Inu's ears clean during brushing is key to avoiding discomfort and irritation.
- Regular dental brushing helps prevent tartar buildup and contributes to fresher breath.
- The pads and nose, as they have no hair, require hydration and care to prevent friction injuries.
Ear Cleaner
The Artero Aurigel is the gel we will use to help clean out wax and dirt from the ear canal. The pump system is easy to use and non intrusive to the ear.
Conditioning Mask for the Akita Inu
The best solution to maintain a longer clean feel whilst also moisturising is Artero Detox Mask.
Nose and Paw Pad Repair Cream
The Artero Dfender repair cream will help to protect the dry areas of an Akita Inu from skin cracking and wounds forming.
Breath Spray
Artero X-Mint is the solution to eliminating bad breath for your dog and also protects the teeth when used on a regular basis.
Ear Dips
To maintain proper ear hygiene use Dips for Ears These remove dirt or wax from the external side of the ear easily.
Teeth Dips
And finally, to maintain good hygiene of the teeth and gums we recommend Dips for Teeth.
What is the Akita Inu like?
The Akita Inu is a unique and special breed of dog. They are known for their loyalty and devotion to their family, they are the perfect companion for those looking for a loyal and protective friend. Their intense intelligence and trainability make them excellent working and companion dogs.
One of Akita Inu's greatest attractions is their beauty. With their dense, silky coat, muscular body and noble edxpression they are truly an animal to behold. Their coat is also water and cold resistant making them perfect habitants for colder extreme climates.
The Akita is also able to adapt to different environments. They are excellent for both city life and country dwelling however, due to their strong protective instinct it is important that they are trained and socialised from an early age to avoid aggression issues. Yet the Akita Inu is very affectionate and playful with their families and are known to have great patience and affection with children.
In conclusion, the Akita Inu is a special and unique breed of dog. Their beauty, intelligence and loyalty make them an ideal companion for those looking for a loyal friend - however it is important to keep in mind their aggressive streak and train them appropriately.