Japanese Dog Breeds: Traits, Care & Nihon Ken
Shiba Inu, Akita, and other Japanese dog breeds: explore their history, independent nature, grooming needs, and practical training tips.
Learn about Akita and explore suitable alternatives while new breeders join in Belgium.
A Akita puppy from a reputable breeder typically costs between €1,500 and €3,000. The price depends on pedigree, health testing, and the breeder.
Look for a reputable breeder with health testing of parent dogs, vaccinations, deworming, and microchipping. All breeders on HonestDog are verified and screened.
Look for breeders with health certificates, breed club membership, and positive reviews. HonestDog verifies all breeders for responsible and ethical breeding practices.
Akita puppies should be at least 8-12 weeks old before being separated from their mother. Reputable breeders release puppies no earlier than 8 weeks of age.
Yes, HonestDog lists verified Akita breeders in Belgium and surrounding areas. Browse our breeder directory to find your perfect puppy.
Shiba Inu, Akita, and other Japanese dog breeds: explore their history, independent nature, grooming needs, and practical training tips.
Not all dog breeds are ideal for first-time owners. Discover which high-maintenance types require experienced handling before you bring one home.
Self-check
Answer 6 quick questions about your everyday life and see how well the Akita fits you — including an honest cost estimate per month, per year, and across the dog's lifetime.

Akitas are considered dogs that are difficult to train. They are independent, have a great passion for hunting and have little interest in other dogs. They are more like only dogs and need training with a lot of dog sense.
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We show what's on file: who the breeders are, how they work and which health records they've uploaded. That way you can form your own picture.
Every breeder on HonestDog has their identity and documents checked before their profile goes live. Health records they upload are shown on the profile, so you can see exactly what has been tested.
Before a breeder profile goes live, we check identity, club membership or breeding permit, and photos of the breeding environment. HonestDog puts you in touch with the breeder and doesn't sell dogs itself — we can't guarantee any individual dog.
We've already checked the breeders' documents and gathered the details, so you can skip the endless research and focus on finding the right puppy for your family.

We connect dog lovers with responsible breeders and shelters to ensure every dog finds the perfect home.
Founded by dog enthusiasts, our platform focuses on ethical dog breeding and adoption.
We connect you with vetted breeders and shelters so you can find your new companion with confidence.
Only verified breeders and shelters — for a safe start.
Every animal's health and wellbeing is our top priority.
Guides, checklists, and breed profiles — so you can make a well-informed decision.
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If you'd like to keep comparing, our concierge will set up your search alert, review a possible source and email you within 28 days.
Our minimum criteria: breeding under binding breeding regulations, breed-specific health examinations of the parent dogs, and a protected kennel name – it's best to have each breeder show you the documentation directly.
These breeds suit a similar home – and here you'll currently find puppies from verified HonestDog breeders.

Male · Salzburg
VerifiedAsk the breeder about availability – possibly a waitlist for the next litter
from €2,900
Raised by
Shiba Inu vom hundecampus

Female · Salzburg
VerifiedAsk the breeder about availability – possibly a waitlist for the next litter
from €2,900
Raised by
Shiba Inu vom hundecampus

Male · Sachsen
VerifiedRaised by
Shiba Inu Zucht aus Nippon's Reich