Akita

If you are buying an Akita puppy you should make sure that your breeder has tested the parents and puppy for potential congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. illnesses.

These are the most common inherited illnesses in Akita.  Akitas can inherit other illnesses beyond these, but these are the most prevalent.  If you are thinking of breeding akitas, please speak with your veterinarian about potential tests that should be done to avoid congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. disorders in offspring. 

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