The following supplements are highly recommended or mandatory for your puppy depending if you have purchases a show quality akita or just a pet.

Give according to weight. We recommend you weigh your puppy weekly. Divide into AM & PM feedings. May discontinue after one year of age unless your puppy is very large and still growing. Tablets may be ordered by calling Trophy Animal Health Care at 1-800-336-7087. It comes in a bottle of 100 tablets. You give one tablet per 15 pounds with the maximum of four tablets a day.  For information on this product please go to Trophy Animal Health Care's website.

Give according to weight. Helps in proper growth of joint and tendons. Is divided in AM & PM feedings. May be ordered through KV Vet Supply at 1-800-423-8211. The following sizes can be ordered. Prices can be subject to change.

40955 250 count of 300 mg (1 tab per 15 lbs.) $13.95

40956 500 count of 300 mg (1 tab per 15 lbs.) $23.49

40972 120 count of 600 mg (1 tab per 30 lbs.) $13.49

40973 300 count of 600 mg (1 tab per 30 lbs.) $29.49

Vitamin C

Follow schedule and divide into AM & PM feedings:

Up to 2 months - 250 mg twice a day

2 months on - 500 mg twice a day

Follow Schedule and divide into AM & PM feedings:

Up to 2 months - 200 IU’s twice a day

2 months on - 400 IU’s twice a day

Helps aid in normal function and development of the thyroid. Aids in immune system strength. Great for maintaining good coat. One a day 660mg

Great for helping skin, coat and teeth. One a day 25mg