Baby on way and I own an Akita

[BFDH]

I also own an Akita and am pregnant so will be introducing it to our newborn this year. How did you go jenjen19 - did Diesel go okay with your LO?

 

[HLx]

I also own an Akita and am pregnant so will be introducing it to our newborn this year. How did you go jenjen19 - did Diesel go okay with your LO?

The original poster has not been on in 6 years hun, it might take a while to get a reply

 

[WhisperGirl]

It's up to you of course, but I wouldn't have a dog like that around kids. That's just my own personal feelings. Akita's are up there near the top of the list for most unpredictable and aggressive breeds. Not that that means every one of them will be so, but its worth taking into consideration. Other things I would consider are the fact that he tackled someone to the ground. Guard dogs are supposed to alert to a potential threat, not attack. The fact he jumped on a man without provocation or command from you is worrying.
Also, you need to be careful when surveying dog behaviours. Very often, what is taken as protective behaviour, is anything but in a dog. Google resource guarding as an alternative reason as to why he may have sat close to your friends baby. I have seen countless cases of babies, children and people killed by dogs, and whilst I don't think every dog is aggressive, I just want to be a voice of alternative thought because you've specifically asked for that type of opinion. I personally could never take a risk with a dog in the band of breeds known to attack. That said, many live with children and never harm them. Its entirely up to you to make an informed decision. Good luck x

 

[Tishybabe]

I agree with Whispergirl. Even if your dog is loyal to you, and you can read them, pregnancy and hormones change how the dog interacts with you.

I own a Boston Terrier [a small super docile dog], but once my water broke, her hackles were up, and she didn't want to come near me, and didn't respond to my commands. It took warming up once I got home for her to feel comfortable. Her breed is not known to ever show aggression, but she definitely was avoiding us for a bit.

So please be careful because your own behaviour and scent will change once you have the baby.

 

[Bella1185]

In my experience... the only thing you’ll have to worry about is how Diesel is to other people who enter your home as he will be entirely intent on protecting you and your baby!