It's easy for a dog to pick up a respiratory infection in a boarding kennel, a shelter or at a dog show when he's surrounded by
lots of strange dogs.
This dog is also
fearful of strange dogs, because of a lack of proper early socialization experiences with other dogs.
Dog Walker: A paired or small group dog walker can also be a great option for dog selective dogs, as they get to engage in a parallel activity (walking together), but aren't being asked to deal with rambunctious wrestling or interacting with a large
number of strange dogs.
Extra safety precautions — ongoing supervision and surveillance of what's going on around your Akita, especially the
presence of strange dogs who might start something your Akita might finish in a tragic manner
As long as your own back yard is
free of strange dogs and you haven't had a sick dog on your property for over 6 months, it's a great place to begin leash work and have fun play sessions.
An alert guardian with a penchant for pursuing small furry animals (including cats, but especially rodents), the German Pinscher tends to be wary of strangers and
unwelcoming of strange dogs.