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Those are probably the most frequently asked questions in kennels. The average price of a Japanese Akita puppy with short hair from an FCI/Polish Kennel Club (ZKwP) registered breeder is 5,000–7,000 PLN, and often more. Why so much? This amount is made up of many factors that have a huge impact on the health, quality, and future of the dog.
Parents and Breeding Selection
It’s not by chance, nor is it a quick decision. Choosing a breeding pair takes months of searching, discussions, analysis, and finally the journey itself to the stud dog for mating. You have to check the health history of the chosen dog, evaluate his offspring, and make sure he matches the female not only in appearance but also in character. The mating alone can cost several thousand PLN. On the other side is the female — meeting FCI requirements, health-tested, and prepared both mentally and physically. This is just the foundation on which a healthy litter is built.
Health and Veterinary Care
Genetic testing, X-rays, behavioral tests, regular specialist visits, vaccinations, deworming, and microchips — all of this requires time, money, and knowledge. The breeder invests to rule out the risk of diseases that can be detected through simple tests and to give the puppies the best possible start.
Socialization and Upbringing
Puppies grow up in the home, among people, sounds, and everyday situations. They learn new stimuli and safe interaction with their surroundings. Raising a litter is not just cuddling full bellies, but also an enormous amount of work: cleaning, feeding, supporting relationships within the pack — because besides the puppies, there are also adult dogs who still need attention. It’s daily commitment and emotions that are hard to put a price on.
Maintenance and Development of the Kennel
High-quality food, supplements, toys, puppy starter kits, training, and show trips — all of these contribute to the quality of the kennel and the reputation of the breed. Every decision, every purchase, and every journey has its reflection in the final price of a puppy.
Most of us breeders (or at least I want to believe so) try to keep in touch even after the puppy moves into its new home. We answer all the questions of the new owners and help with further upbringing. Only by staying in contact can we get feedback about the health and development of our puppies.
Contact with the Breeder
Of course, you can always find a cheaper option, but then it’s worth asking why. Are the parents health-tested? Does the breeder invest in the health and development of the dogs, or are they just looking for quick profit? The price of a puppy is not a whim. It’s the sum of knowledge, experience, care, and responsibility that the breeder takes on when bringing new puppies into the world.
Long-Haired Akitas and “Pet” Puppies
Budget should never be the only criterion when choosing a dog, but it can’t be ignored either. Cheaper options include, for example, long-haired Akitas — beautiful, often with impressive coats, but not in line with the official breed standard. Their price is often lower by up to one-third, although they are still fully pedigreed dogs with papers. The difference is that they cannot take part in shows or obtain breeding rights, meaning they will never be “breeding dogs.”
Even in the best kennels, “pet” puppies sometimes appear — those with small faults disqualifying them from breeding, such as a floppy ear or a tail that’s too short. For a future owner, however, they are still full-fledged dogs and loyal companions for years.
The price of an Akita is not just the amount a buyer has to pay. It’s an investment in the health, temperament, and quality of life of the future dog, as well as the comfort of the owner. When you buy a Japanese Akita puppy from a good breeder, you’re not paying for a “fashionable breed” or a “piece of paper,” but for years of work, knowledge, and responsibility that stand behind every litter.
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