In 1963, after much study and concern, the Standard Committee submitted a revised "Standard of Perfection" to members of the Akita Club of America, which those present approved. [Read more]
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When the FCI accepted the Japanese Akita dog standard, the American type of Akita dogs with the black mask and pinto coats that were winning in the FCI shows in the past were no longer able to do so. [Read more]