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Akita age in human years

Akita is a huge-sized dog breed, renowned for its strong, independent character and courageous personality. Akitas are protective of their family, aloof and reserved towards strangers.

With a lifespan that ranges from 10 to 14 years, on the average Akitas live for about 12 years, which is longer than the average lifespan of a dog. They are considered to be a generally healthy breed, which is why Akitas have a better chance of living longer. Akita's lifespan can be extended if they are given proper care and nutrition, regular exercise, and regular check-ups with a veterinarian.

As an Akita owner, you may be curious about how old your dog is in human years. To know that, you can use the estimates for huge-sized dog breeds and apply them to your dog's age:

• a 1-year-old Akita is 12 in human years;
• by the age of 6 years, an Akita is 49 in human age;
• each subsequent year adds 7-8 years in human years.

Here’s a table you can use to find a Akita age equivalent in human years:

Some interesting facts:

• Akitas typically reach adulthood between the age of 18 months and 2 years.
• While some Akitas may continue to act like puppies well into their old years, others may get more calm and laid-back as they age.
• Akitas are typically regarded as seniors around the age of 7 years, though this depends on the particular dog and the senior stage.

Akita age chart