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How big do Akitas get?

How big do Akitas get?

How big do Akitas get?

A full-grown male Akita will be 24 to 28 inches tall and weigh between 60 and 121 pounds. Female Akitas are slightly smaller when full-grown, standing between 24 and 26 inches tall and weighing between 60 and 100 pounds.

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