Ichigo Japanese Akitainu Kennels
Meet the breeder
I'm Christine W., the breeder behind Ichigo Japanese Akitainu Kennels located in Ellington, NY. As conscientious breeders, we are proud of the loving, smart, beautiful, and sound puppies we’re able to provide for others. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Q. & A. with Christine
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Christine
Christine has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“The price includes AKC, UKC, AKIHO registration, health certificates, microchips, OFA eye certification.”
Contract & health guarantee
Christine may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Christine offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Christine directly.
Always communicate and pay on Good Dog.Learn more
What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Christine.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ellington, NY
235 miles away
·
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Erie Airport (Tom Ridge Field)
253 miles away
·
Flexible meeting point
Christine can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Christine
Club memberships
Christine is a member of Japanese Akitainu Club of America .
Christine has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Christine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Christine’s links
CW
Christine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ichigo Japanese Akitainu Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Miashu, mom
Japanese Akitainu
About Miashu
Miashu is a female Japanese Akitainu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Christine decided to make her part of their program. Christine has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Sami, dad
Japanese Akitainu
About Sami
Sami is a male Japanese Akitainu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Christine decided to make him part of their program. Christine has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Shania, mom
Japanese Akitainu
About Shania
Shania is a female Japanese Akitainu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Christine decided to make her part of their program. Christine has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Haku, dad
Japanese Akitainu
About Haku
Haku is a male Japanese Akitainu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Christine decided to make him part of their program. Christine has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Ichigo Japanese Akitainu Kennels reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Japanese Akitainus.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel, Amelogenesis Imperfecta (AI), Akita Type
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).