Helen Clark
#7 Only the Japanese aristocrats and noblemen were allowed to own an Akita.
#8 Hachiko is the most famous Akita in the world.
#9 Helen Keller is believed to have brought the first Akita to the United States.
#10 Akitas were first recognized by the American Kennel Club as a distinct breed in the year 1972.
#11 These pooches are extremely loyal and faithful to their owners.
#12 Akitas are known to be obsessed with cleaning themselves.
