Travistock Akitas U.K.

28/07/2024

I’ve some fantastic news I’ve now been formally asked to judge my first set of tickets in the UK at our prestigious Akita Association Specialty Show in October 2026 many thanks to officers and committee who voted unanimously for me 🏆🏆🏆🏆

01/07/2024

Our home bred girl
🌟Travistock Wish Upon A Star 🌟
Dam Travistock Star Attraction
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Sire LSA Sundancer At Travistock
Hip score 3:2

🏆2022 3 x Best Puppy In Breed.

🏆2023 5 x 1st Junior

🏆2024 3 x 1st Post Graduate

26/06/2024

Our beautiful home bred Cash daughter wins her class at Blackpool championship show.

07/06/2024

Our beautiful boy Cash at Three Counties Championship today
LSA Sundancer At Travistock
( 2 CCs & 5 RCCs)

13/05/2024

Our beautiful Travistock Wish Upon A Star wins 1st Post Graduate Bitch at Birmingham National Championship Show.

28/04/2024

An excellent description of Akita Breed traits wrote by Alexis.

It is a known fact that the Akita breed is not the right breed for many people. They are still considered a very primitive breed and still have many primitive behaviors. To anyone considering an Akita for their pet, this is a very important message to take into consideration before adding an Akita into their home.

Anyone considering owning this breed needs to know the hardships and difficulties that can come with owning them.

Akitas, per the standard, can be wary with strangers and intolerant with other dogs, particularly those of the same s*x. They also have a very high prey drive.

While there are Akitas who love everyone and get along with other dogs, they are the exception and not the rule. Knowing and understanding the standard temperament for the Akita breed is important when going into ownership of them. Many still mature with this temperament, despite extensive training and socialization. It is NOT all in how you raise them. Genetics play a massive role into the behavior of your dog. Go into ownership of this breed expecting it to behave as the standard depicts.

Proper raising, training and socializing is imperative to a well rounded and balanced dog. That said, understand that genetically predisposed behaviors cannot be "trained" out. You never train away genetics. You manage them. So while you may raise an Akita that grows intolerant to other animals, you can manage those behaviors and train the dog in a way that they don't become reactive, aggressive and dangerous.

TRAINING IS A MUST FROM DAY 1!!! This is a very head strong breed and they are challenging. You will often hear owners state that "This is not the breed for everyone" or "This is not the breed for a beginner dog owner." There is a reason this is said about the Akita.

Many people who don't do the proper research prior to purchasing one go into ownership of the breed blind. They purchased a cute and fluffy puppy, one that grows into a beautiful and regal dog...but they weren't prepared for the temperament and challenges that came along with it.

This is why we see so many Akitas find themselves in the shelters or rescues. Very seldom are Akitas owned by breed savvy and breed educated people turned into the shelters. Most Akitas find their way into shelters by simply being what they are - Akitas. They were just unfortunate to find themselves in the hands of someone who didn't know what to do with them.

Same s*x aggression is common in the breed. Even dogs raised with another dog of the same s*x may mature to not get along with them. Many owners find themselves at wits end when their two boys or two girls who were once best friends have begun violently fighting. For this reason, ethical breeders and rescues rarely place their dogs into same s*x homes. This is something to be prepared for when considering an Akita.

Akitas are a hunting breed. Because of this, they can have a very high prey drive. We are brought the bodies of many woodland critters that were unfortunate enough to find their way into the yard. This is not a temperament issue, this is again...genetics. It is something to make note of and prepare for, especially if you have cats or other small animals. The Akita must be introduced to and trained to properly interact with them early on.

These dogs are very smart and typically very clean. For this reason, they are usually very easy to housebreak. They shed like crazy. A good vacuum is an important part of owning an Akita!

They learn commands and tricks quickly as well, but they tend to get bored fast and are quite stubborn. Finding a way to keep them engaged during training can be tricky.

They are very in tune to their owners as families. This isn't the breed to leave out in a cage or on a chain. They like to be with their people and form very strong bonds. They can be wonderful with children in the family, but it is also important to note...children must be taught respect for the dog. The Akita is a very protective breed. They will act on their world as they perceive it. It’s own child rough housing with a friend may cause the Akita’s guarding instincts to kick in. They are not an overly tolerant breed. So a child pulling, jumping on, hitting or kicking the dog can end very badly. The breed has a commanding presence and respect is needed in all outlets of its life.

Boundaries and rules should be set early on and upheld. They do best in a structured and consistent environment. The idea that they are constantly trying to dominate you or being the alpha is false; however, if you don't take charge...they will. It's important that they know their place and what is expected of them. They are a fantastic breed, but these are things to consider when considering bringing one into your home.

For an owner that is understanding of what they are and prepared to have that for the duration of their life - which very well may be 14+ years .. there is no better breed. But it is certainly not something to jump into and proper research and choosing an ethical breeder is crucial.

Written by Alexis Spalding

30/03/2024

New beds again wonder how long these will last naughty little terrorists🐶🐶

30/03/2024

Absolutely thrilled I’m on all three breed clubs judges A list thank you to the officers and committee from the Akita Club of Wales which I’m now on their A2 list, looking forward to my next stage in my Akita adventure as I’m getting older 😊😊🥳🥳.

28/03/2024

Baby Astra Travistock Wish upon A Star enjoying the dog field ❤️

24/03/2024

My friend has a beautiful GSD bitch 12 months old looking for a new home through no fault of her own KC registered has been out and free run with my Akita male with no issues. Please PM for more details.

09/03/2024

3rd in post graduate Crufts 2024 at 9 years old ❤️

22/02/2024

We are getting quite good at this 💪💪

18/02/2024

Well last day of my annual leave so a nice walk down the canal to the pub Cash & Astra chilled and a few wines perfect ending to some well deserved rest

17/02/2024

Watch this space for our exciting breeding plans for spring 2024

14/02/2024

Absolutely thrilled I’m now on the A3 judging list for both the Akita Association,& Akita Club Of Scotland 😊😊😊

04/02/2024

Beautiful Bertha just brushed ❤️still available

01/02/2024

Now been reduced please PM for further information KC registered insured vet checked inoculated and microchipped.

21/01/2024

We still have these beautiful puppies in the video looking for their forever home, long coated bitch and standard coated male.KC registered, insured microchipped vet checked, first Vaccination puppy pack contract of sale life time of support from breeder.

19/01/2024

Our beautiful boy so balanced moderate in all areas just as the standard asks for, he keeps knocking on that door for his crowning CC.

16/01/2024

Our 10 week old boy looking for his forever home Travistock Show Stopper KC registered,insured, microchipped vaccinated wormed both parents health tested and shown.

14/01/2024

Just got my entry for judging Eastern Counties Rottweiler Club open show in conjunction with Manchester Championship Show absolutely made up with my entry.😊😊😊

Dogs 19
Bi***es 27
Total entry 46

02/01/2024

Travistock Show Stopper !! @ 8 weeks

LSA Sundancer At Travistock
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Travistock Pow Wow

Available for show or pet, export available if needed.

02/01/2024

Well that’s Astra, Travistock Wish upon A Star booked into Moy vets next week for Hip scoring £386.50 excellent vets who only do sedation, we took 3 of our dogs there and we got excellent results. Cash 2:4 Pow 2:2 and Darcy 3:0.

28/12/2023

26/12/2023

We now have a standard coated male Akita silver & white puppy available for his forever home, he is KC registered insured microchipped he was sold but unfortunately the new owners situation has now changed PM for details.

17/12/2023

We have a beautiful long coat female looking for her forever home currently she’s black and white but I think she will end up silver with black overlay PM for more details ready to go to her new home beginning of January

10/12/2023

5 weeks today and growing well ❤️❤️❤️

02/12/2023

LSA Sundancer At Travistock
call name Cash
2CCs
5 RCCs

26/11/2023

Cash x Pow babies at 3 weeks

26/11/2023

Akita Club Of Scotland
30th anniversary open show critiques
11th of November 2023

I would like to thank the officers & committee for inviting me to judge your 30th anniversary open show. All exhibits had correct dentation & all dogs had excellent temperaments. I was so pleased and humbled with my entry of 25 dogs especially in today’s climate. With an unfortunate outbreak of kennel cough and dogs blowing coat I had quite a few absentees but the quality of the dogs on the day was excellent.

Class 1. Veteran Dog (1,0)
1st Mclaren Mr J Mrs H IrCh Barannod Bally Shannon Boy
This 8 1/2years old boy was certainly enjoying his day out. Large silver and white dog with a black mask, He was well presented correct head type, well defined furrow Dk almond shaped eyes, scissor bite, ears carried forward in line with his well-muscled neck. Level top line which held well on the move, correct shoulder placement, well off for bone tight feet, well set tail correct rear angulation moved well. Best Veteran In Breed & Reserve Best Dog.

Class 2.Minor Puppy dog (2,0,)
1st Bostock & Armstrong Mr M & Ms J Ruthdales I Predict A Riot
8 Mths Powerful well balanced pup, striking red & white colour. Strong well-proportioned skull, DK almond shaped eyes, strong muzzle, black flews, scissor bite. Small thick ears carried in line with his strong muscular neck, well laid shoulder, correct length of upper arm excellent width of chest well off for bone, tight well knuckled feet, level top line & underline, well set tail which was in balance with his head. Excellent width of thigh correct moderate rear angulation. Moved accurately coming and going with correct side gait.
Best Puppy In Breed. Best Dog, Reserve Best In Show

2nd Paterson, Mrs K & Mr M & Miss N Kiajin Spear of Destiny At Miwaku.
6 mths old baby correct head proportions dark eyes scissor bite small thick ear carried in line with his neck well laid back shoulder top line rising at the rear I’ve put this down to a growth spurt hocks turning slightly in on the stack, again a young puppy which is not quite as balanced in construction yet. Lovely temperament erratic on the move but I’m sure will come together with age totally enjoying his day out. Reserve Best Puppy In Breed.


Class 3. Puppy Dog 9 (No entries)
Class 4. Junior Dog ( 1, 1 abs)
Class 5. Yearling Dog (No entries)
Class 6. Novice Dog (No entries)
Class 7. Post Graduate Dog (No entries)
Class 8. Limit Dog (No entries)
Class 9. Open Dog ( 1, 1 abs)


Class 10. Veteran Bitch ( 2, 2 abs)
Class 11.Minor Puppy Bitch ( 2, 2 abs)
Class 12. Puppy Bitch ( 1, 1 abs)
Class 13 Junior Bitch ( 2, 2 abs)
Class 14.Yearling Bitch ( 1, 1 abs)
Class 15. Novice Bitch (No Entries)
Class 16. Post Graduate Bitch (2,0,)
Two quality bi***es of different types. I just preferred the rear angulation of my 1st placing.
1st Key Mrs L Ivoryridge Gie It Laldie At Bekeyta
2 year old red & white bitch, pretty head of correct 2:3 proportions small thick ears, dark almond shaped eyes, scissor bite strong muscular neck, level top line, correct shoulder placement, correct width of chest, well off for bone, tight well-padded feet, well set tail, correct turn of stifle, & moderate rear angulation, Moved well with moderate length of stride in profile moved well coming and going.
Reserve Best Bitch In Breed

2nd Hunter Allen & Cunningham Miss C Miss C Mrs K Casakura Highland Dream
19 mths Large silver & white bitch head forms a blunt triangle when viewed from above, well defined stop and furrow, cheeks well-padded correct scissor bite, dark almond shaped eyes, small thick ears carried in line with her strong muscular neck, well off for bone . tight feet, strong level top line, correct shoulder placement and correct length of upper arm, well set tail carried well. I would have just preferred more turn of stifle, strait strong pasterns moving well coming and going , gaited well when viewed from the side.

Class 17. Limit Bitch (6,3)
1st Hunter, Allen & Worthington Miss C Miss C & Mr S Worthyway Lady In Red
6yrs red & white bitch in profile makes the correct shape of moderate proportions, beautiful head with dark almond shaped eyes black mask small thick ears carried in line with her neck, excellent width of chest well off for bone, tight feet level top line correct moderate lay back of shoulder correct length of upper arm correct post sternum, good spring of rib good width of second thigh and correct turn of stifle well-muscled handled exceptionally well was a close contender for Reserve Best Bitch.

2nd Key, Mrs L. Melodor Looking For Love At Bekeyta
2yrs Fawn with black overlay bitch beautiful typey head small thick ears carried in line with her neck small dark almond shaped eyes correct scissor bite with black flews level top line which held well on the move well laid shoulders well off for bone tight well-padded feet correct tail set good spring of rib correct rear angulation strait pasterns strong hocks moved well.

3rd McLaren Mr J & Mrs H Kumatomo’s Galway Girl
Class 18. Open Bitch (5,3)

Quality class with two outstanding champions.
1st O’Neill’s. Mrs E CH Geilsaven Susie Que
This girl demands to be noticed she’s oozes breed type and has a ring presence second to none. Groomed to perfection Her head form a blunt triangle when viewed from above, dark eyes, correct 2:3 proportions muzzle to occiput well-padded cheeks small thick ears carried forward on her crested neck well off for bone, best feet of the day, tight well knuckled, strong level top line, correct strong tail set which was in balance with her head. correct well laid shoulders, correct length of upper arm good width of chest well sprung rib moderately angled rear assembly, strait level pasterns. Moved accurately coming and going moving effortlessly around the ring when viewed from the side.
Best Bitch In Breed
& Best In Show.

2nd Kirk, Mr C& Mrs A
2 yrs Red & white bitch beautiful head which forms a blunt triangle when viewed from above Small thick ears Beautiful dark almond shaped eyes black flews well off for bone tight well knuckled feet well laid shoulder placement correct post sternum, level top line which she held on the move correct coat texture well set tail which balanced her head correct rear angulation moved well.

Judge Mrs Jill Hopkins (Travistock)