Mini Model Akita
I’ve hung out with many, many different breeds of dogs – mainly because I like them! Dogs are grand companions and if you take the time to understand the world from their perspective, well then, you’ll have an easier time of it if you happen to be living with one. One breed that I have not had much opportunity to hang out with is the Akita, let alone an itty bitty one until today! Meet Ringo. He’s 8 weeks old and approximately 20 pounds of total confidence. Not much seems to trip this boy up; you can already get a feel for who he is going to be when he grows up. He’s going to be one steady and mellow dude.
He belongs to some good friends, so I toted the camera over to their home today and attempted to capture essence a la Ringo. When he is fully grown and mature, he’ll likely tip the scales at 150 pounds or so. Best get on his good side, shouldn’t I? I met a well-mannered ball of fluff today and took an instant liking to him. How is it possible not to?
The family has been loved by an Akita in the past, so they are familiar with the breed’s characteristics. Plus Dad is an excellent behavior manager of their pack of now three dogs. This Akita puppy is in very good hands, as it should be. It will be fun tracking his massive growth surges over the next year. Right now he’s lap-size and loving all of his animal compadres (cats and dogs) and his human buddies, too. Taking pictures of puppies is near the top of my favorite things to do. Great to meet you, Ringo!
