Killer American Akita has a love affair with the blow dryer

[@rightenorion]

1:12 How can you bring your head that close to this beast and not having a slight doubt what if he suddenly decides to bite it off?

[@GirlWithTheDogs]

He loves me

[@srokagaming]

sweet

[@stevenstone307]

BEAST

[@wBONw]

He knows she controls the blow dryer.

[@avasEQ]

@@GirlWithTheDogs lol U always know when a dog loves u

[@BusketPosket]

List of Kuma’s visible emotions: 1. Blowdry bliss 2. Stoic confidence [end of list]

[@Hjominbonrun]

Still more range than that girl from twilight.

[@nusuka7474]

You forgot visible disappointment.

[@wildfire9280]

@@Hjominbonrun a better love story too

[@gemtail3125]

@@Hjominbonrun the actress has a good range. The character sure as hell didn't though.

[@kmayville70]

@@gemtail3125 Exactly.

[@mzanomaly007]

Kuma is a military dad who is disappointed in you and understands the value of self care. Clean socks, cold stares

[@alexisgrunden1556]

Gibbs?

[@SugaRumBrown]

@@alexisgrunden1556 💯🤣

[@thrashandburn10221]

@@alexisgrunden1556 *piano leads over old school trance music intensifies*

[@harrytuttle1446]

He is not angry. Just really….really disappointed in the life choices we have all made? My dad has been reincarnated.

[@AMOtribe]

@@harrytuttle1446 My gosh, this really made me laugh. I'm thinking, that could be my dad!😂😂😂

[@galedribble9535]

Kuma’s eyes. So wise and serious Like he has a mortgage and kids in college

[@cologist]

He just seems to understand the important things in life

[@alex_bee_kind]

Well I don’t know if his kids are in college but he does have puppies now she has a video grooming them all her channel

[@NIkki-ox1ej]

He looks like a Wall Street investor name bill

[@sjoerdkessels712]

I find that look so typical for Akitas. Mine looked like he beared responsibility for the entire world on his shoulders.

[@Mean_Jean]

He has kids now lol

[@screenedat0m]

Watching this now after Kuma has passed… he really was a sweetheart, kudos to his owners for such amazing training they must’ve done with him, and for showing the world that every dog is a big baby inside, no matter the tough exterior!! 💖💖

[@jscho8674]

He truly was amazing! I'm so sad.

[@irritatedslightly]

Me too. I just found out. This is really sad. ☹️ (I’m srry if this sounded like i don’t care i’m not good at expressing compassion but i promise i am just as upset as anyone else.)

[@JimPea]

Kuma looks like the kind of dog that tells you to sit.

[@wonkvii7008]

this comment is so underrated

[@Meilat1890]

😂😭

[@josephlee961]

James Pollock, Hahaha! I have no doubt that is what Kuma do tells humans to sit, rollover.

[@zombienurse.]

*ROLL OVER HUMAN.*

[@ovletoak]

ijuygtfgdf

[@madhattergodess]

Kuma is the guy who silently judges the huskies for being drama queens.

[@muratti72muc]

it's the same family. Both are in the Spitz family like the 2kg Pomeranian.

[@jansonshine9082]

Actually, male Akitas think Husky girls are awesome!

[@Irapa7]

Top tier comment

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

HAHAAH! Love this. :D

[@Choujifangirl]

That is so true it hurts 🤣

[@meganekko85]

Now Kuma can own the mantle of "Disappointed Dad". He's got puppies and they're all fluffy and adorable!

[@lynnwilhoite6194]

Really? Where do I go to see them?

[@nevod.]

@@lynnwilhoite6194 they're one of the more recent videos on this channel

[@vonzileporter3780]

Do you still have puppies available

[@yukiotakata]

Kuma looking at the puppies turning into YTbers "FAAAILURE!" Puppies getting "EEhmotionaal DAAHMAAAHGEH!!!"

[@girlmelanie4]

@@vonzileporter3780 the puppies are gone but the owner has an IG

[@kasagure.]

rest in peace, Kuma. you introduced me to this channel and the Akita breed. he's getting all the blow dryer love he could ever want in Heaven ❤

[@sarahharrison3332]

I've just rewatched this video too, he's such a beautiful soul ❤ RIP Kuma 🙏 💔

[@koushikipal8776]

@@sarahharrison3332 So did I. Even after watching so many other videos, I could never forget Kuma, nor will I ever

[@floridagoods]

​@sarahharrison3332 what happened to him?

[@WendyAlyson]

At ease, sweet Kuma. You will be sorely missed 💔. Goodnight sweet Prince 😭.

[@horsemanpit8812]

@@floridagoodsVanessa posted yesterday that he unfortunately recently passed away at the age of 7. No cause given.

[@giantslug6969]

**who's a good boy--who's a good boy?!** Kuma: **stares you down** I am.

[@venturousclown2]

Hahahaha and I wouldn’t argue with him

[@froggzdeartist2565]

Lol I can just imagine kumas voice rlly deep like “hey get up take me for a walk” and the owner just like “yes I’ll do anything!”

[@justusxp9216]

@@venturousclown2 i wouldent either

[@erikedhlund4415]

@@froggzdeartist2565 ya it's def James Earl Jones'

[@gamewatch4489]

i feel like the his voice is kratos from god of war, the new one

[@lologoldsmith3996]

Awwwww he is an old soul quiet bear 🖤 “He stares at me like a disappointing father after teacher conference 😂” love it

[@coledibiase1777]

Your profile pic is awesome. May I ask who made it?

[@GBA_Raspberry]

@@coledibiase1777 me

[@IAmJustR]

This dog looks like he rarely barks, but when he does, its in a single complete sentence. 😆

[@dajuannadechelle]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 RIGHT!!!!

[@annek1226]

They never bark! If your Akita barks you best get off your a** cause you have trouble!

[@Steef_Lee]

And someone dies lol

[@dzd2371]

My grandpa always had them when I was a kid, they don't bark, they're all bite. Sweethearts if raised right, but scary with negligent and/or just downright evil owners.

[@DarkAvatar1313]

I grew up with an Akita, you are not far off. They rarely bark, instead they make a low rumbling "woo" when talking. When they are barking it is more like they are needing to shout about something (like someone at the door or etc.)

[@twotrucks5263]

I love how Kuma refuses to show any emotions, and then the blow dryer comes out and he shows a face of pure ecstacy

[@MarvelStan2001]

Kuma isn’t angry, he’s just disappointed in you.

[@bwingbwinggwiyomi]

your pfp matching with this comment is hilarious

[@MarvelStan2001]

@@bwingbwinggwiyomi hehe lol but i perceive my pfp more as a smug bitchy look

[@mooo_sw]

His disappointment is immeasurable and his day is ruined.

[@archangel9363]

Me: B-but I've done nothing at all Kuma: Exactly.

[@ayumis5452]

that hurts.

[@theloveleebaker]

Kuma doesn’t need show emotion, his white underbelly shaped like a heart says it all! 🥰

[@TheKatarinaGiselle]

I have to watch again just to see! I was too busy watching his absolute bliss with the blow dryer!

[@celestialkitsune]

Kuma doesn't wear his heart on his sleeve. He wears it on his belly.

[@diosa.loba333]

awe 💛🙃

[@Jaggededge112]

I was just about to make this comment.

[@julidee_]

Aww

[@SkayaSiberian]

I love this big boy. And his love affair with the dryer was everything! I'm pretty sure I saw him smile!!

[@justaguywholikeshentai9019]

You should bring Skaya to her for grooming!

[@blixxae967]

Oh hello Skaya what’s up

[@spdadventurer1754]

Yes skaya's mom I felt that too that he is smiling n enjoying 😍😍🥰🥰

[@leah7261]

Hi Skaya

[@NorwegianCollector_]

Skaya! ❤❤🥰

[@PB-Trinity]

He may be gone but Kuma lives forever in our hearts. RIP you handsome unimpressed best boy.

[@SODTAOE]

He's like "Do whatever you want I literally don't care as long as you use that invisible loud stuff I'm good"

[@BenjiNerdyDog]

Lol

[@squishish]

My thought was it probably feels really good on his possibly itchy skin! The CBD shampoo is probably really helpful, but i imagine the blow dryer itches all the skin and blows off any stuck skin too! The most gentle and thorough scritch.

[@pandakhaki9569]

I don't even know him, but I feel like Kuma is already disappointed in me.

[@The.Breakfast.Burrito]

I've been disappointed in me for years now, so this dog's gaze has no effect.

[@gigiatkins5923]

🤣

[@jayak8217]

@@The.Breakfast.Burrito same😕

[@NurseZhivago]

I went to my room and I didn't even do anything

[@JamiylaMeade]

@@NurseZhivago 😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@hudsonball4702]

FYI for those who don't know, Kuma is Japanese for Bear.

[@sophies9274]

the Japanese with their sense

[@wobbuchu9019]

Ooowwnn, that makes sense I was thinking of bartholomew Kuma from one piece

[@iamryan9234]

Yeah, I learned that from the video game Tekken 2

[@KaroshiSalad2000s]

Monokuma

[@Raphie009]

@@iamryan9234 "I see you are a Man Of Culture as well."

[@Blissfulvoid26]

He looks like a dad that doesn’t show affection. Rip Kuma, you were a good boy 💜

[@callmecalamity]

Love how expressionless he is until the blow dryer

[@nathanjereb9944]

Kuma: *stoic stare* Girl with the dogs: *pulls out hair dryer* Kuma: that's nice...

[@incandesantlite]

Growing up my Uncle had an Akita named Tomo and he was the sweetest gentlest dog I think I've ever met. He was also spoiled as hell and had his own bedroom complete with a queen sized bed. I remember because I had to sleep on an air mattress with my little brother while the dog slept in his queen sized bed.

[@xglsc6465]

perfectly reasonable....

[@gallahant]

Floor would do. Would be reckless to try and steal his bed.

[@whit9676]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@swappedoutZ71]

If you loved the dog enough he would have let you in his bed. Your brother too.

[@nibirue]

Says it's the sweetest dog ever but can't sleep on his bed sounds like Stockholm Syndrome.

[@davidsarton976]

The emotions of Kuma: "Disappoint, disappoint, disappoint, disappoint, AWW YISS THE BLOWDRYER, disappoint, disappoint, nap, run real fast."

[@starlittle5120]

Lol

[@stoney1742]

Yes!!! 😆 🤣 😂

[@crazylittleangel]

"Killer Kuma" - one of the most chilled & least problematic clients she's ever had....

[@valenciageode25]

Maybe because he could be a killer if he wanted.

[@ravenmorrigana1093]

Kuma: Show nothing. Feel nothing. Also Kuma: OMG blow dry that spot RIGHT THERE!

[@idkimbadanames1314]

Why did I see something wiggling there……

[@Adirondaque]

@@idkimbadanames1314 Cause he looked intact.

[@Patrick5]

@@Adirondaque My male akita is like that you can't see the BALLS are gone.

[@duckklingdog8383]

LMAO I READ THIS IN A DEEP RASPY VOICE XD

[@HNeko-wi4ii]

"He stares at me like a disappointed father after Parent-Teacher Interviews." 😂😂😂

[@fionasmom6254]

hilarious!

[@iriiiz4558]

@@legolasgreenleaf6306 shut up

[@Jay-rf6ov]

I felt that lmao

[@artemisa2186]

Me as a teacher 😉😆😆😅

[@theTrend7]

A mess.🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@Haru-mii77]

I love how kuma is emotionless but when its the blow dryer time he’s fully happy like “ HELL YES THATS THE SPOT! Okay enough showing emotions-“

[@starlittle5120]

Lol

[@nathanwilliams2152]

He's so careful not to let his inner puppy out! He is an absolute unit.

[@sjoerdkessels712]

My Akita sometimes looked embarrassed after showing emotion. It is so funny how they do their best to keep the cool guy image up.

[@avroarchitect1793]

Akitas are very reserved and are subtle in their expressions. If you know how to read their faces they are among the more expressive dogs out there. Its all in the eyes, ears, and stance.

[@Paulunatr]

Kuma has the quiet confidence of someone who's patiently tolerating something tedious because he knows he can put a stop to it if he needs to. Such a polite gentleman.

[@CoRLex-jh5vx]

"This is Kuma" Kuma: 😡 "Kuma has sensitive skin."

[@rhondawhite1396]

Sensitive skin, but still has the "you got a problem with that!?" face.

[@ThumbsUpKitty]

lol

[@bulibul11]

at least not a sensitive heart lol

[@EncrypticMethods]

😂

[@CoRLex-jh5vx]

@Jesus is LORD hey bud, just want to let you know that this approach hasn't worked on ANYONE, EVER. Christianity is far spread enough that everyone pretty much knows what it's about. Repent for sins, get eternal life, etc. We've all heard it. People who don't believe in it aren't going to be converted by spam online.

[@littlewigglemonster7691]

What ever training and socializing these owners did was exceptional work. I’ve never seen a Akita so relaxed with a stranger and yet also being groomed

[@timberry4709]

Since she described him as "one of my most favorite clients" she isn't a stranger and he knows he's going to get that wonderful blow dryer experience at the end.

[@AndalusianPrince]

I dont know what kinda akitas you've interacted with but theyre known for their stoic and calm demeanor. Perhaps you're confused with the shibas...

[@emmcey]

@@AndalusianPrince Exactly and I’ve had both Akitas and Shibas.

[@R88-q7t]

Must’ve introduced them at a very early age and often

[@missmansfield6306]

I am guessing he comes from an excellent breeder.

[@jamiedel2707]

If you didn’t know, Kuma is the Japanese word for bear. He’s actually a bear lol

[@EvilDaBlobba]

And there is only one of him....

[@SuperVada]

Ah. So that's why Heihachi name his bear that.

[@sushicat2404]

At first I thought you said it akuma which in Japanese is basically Demon

[@SuperVada]

@@sushicat2404 Dog probably knows how to raging demon. Raging "doggo"

[@dcard228]

@@SuperVada electric wind dog fist

[@kytticockroach2299]

Rest in peace, Kuma. I hope your family is ok. I'm sure they'll never forget you. ❤

[@Sally4th_]

He has such an air of quiet majesty about him, like a great barbarian warlord who no longer has anything to prove.

[@glasgowbeck]

Wee bit less dignified with the dryer on him

[@larrysew1939]

That’s a fantastic quote

[@anaximanderofapollonia9842]

That is because, even when the magic is long gone, a blowjob is still a blowjob.

[@CadillacDeVilledElegance]

@@anaximanderofapollonia9842 'Ey now

[@madgad43]

"The Great Barbarian Warlord who no longer has anything to prove." That should be the most apt title for this video. Sarah Clark, you do have an excellent prowess with words and language. Great!!

[@iamnettison2643]

Idk if I should call him “heeyyyy boooyyy” or “good day sir”

[@exonova7883]

As someone who owned one for 13 years it’s kinda depending on their mood

[@davidpoudrier5073]

Good day Sir for sure

[@jasmineday6691]

Sir.

[@darkking_ace3071]

loll....

[@vaporean_boylove.0w083]

A 3rd option is, "Morning Sargent Sir/Ma'am!"

[@NinjaChickens]

The only dog that was ever part of my family was my sweet Suki who was a long-coated Akita rescue. She was so very stubborn, but also extremely loyal and gentle. She loved my cats, protected the chickens, let the kids dress her in hats and sweaters, and the only thing she ever destroyed was the book I bought on 'How to Train Akitas'!! At the ripe old age of 12, she fought off a bear that got too close to our house (and the kids), and lived to be almost 15!

[@cannedprimordialsoup]

A true legend

[@pargonyan]

W

[@flamingrubys11]

12 year pld dog foghting off a bear damn brave dog i imagine the confrontation went somethong like this" YPU GET THE HELL AWAY YOU WANNA GO I MAY BE OLD BUT I STILL GOT LOTS OF FIGHT LEFT"

[@CasualEQuest]

Pour one out for Suki, a real good girl

[@treesome3979]

Now, that. That's a good girl.

[@carolg.6838]

Thank you Kuma and all who cared for you. Such a great dog. My condolences to all who are mourning his loss.

[@vsoltero88]

His stretch when she's drying his chest and neck is everything. He looks so happy then! Well, as much as he can. Seeing a stoic dog show such satisfaction is a treat.

[@levinjayan3480]

This is the first dog I have seen who still looks dangerous in a happy hodie.

[@The.Breakfast.Burrito]

Yeah man he wasn't Bubushka-esque at all. Just a square headed towely death tube.

[@Idkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkee]

I think the happy hoodie (H.H) reveal is by far my favorite part of these videos. I'm hoping to eventually see a comp video full of all the H.H reveals. A before clip & an after clip with a H.H reveal snuck in between.

[@sophies9274]

@@The.Breakfast.Burrito i want a channel dedicated to towely death tubes

[@jansonshine9082]

They are sweethearts, rarely ever attack unprovoked. They will get nasty in a home invasion though! Very smart dogs!

[@daniellenoblet5131]

Your comment made me laugh snort. Oh I needed that! lol

[@Demidar665]

Kuma looks like the kindda dog that gives his humans treats

[@faridahbakare9491]

😂

[@useless3596]

a bite to the groin

[@dreamway9]

He's not emotionless... he's subtle🙂

[@passiturner3239]

Understanding is what I call it

[@robertqueberg4612]

When a dog lets you into their private world, it is an honor and trust that should not be betrayed. This boy must have been treated well from the start. A dog like this, that allows you this close, has you on the “friend” list.

[@syrup8783]

Reason he was treated well would be the fact he can fit a whole head in his mouth

[@robertqueberg4612]

@@syrup8783 , They can be real danger, when they do not feel secure in a place. On the subject of “mouth full”, the Kangal would be a breed that many insurance companies would red label. There is a statue at a train station in Japan to an Akita who died going every day to walk home with his human that died, and never came home. My wife, and I have an understanding that our dogs will get to see us after our deaths so they can understand that we did not desert them.

[@Ramaromu]

The only friendzone I want to stay in forever...happily!

[@robertqueberg4612]

@@Ramaromu , When they are imprinted with pleasurable and safe feelings about you from their earliest days, they will reciprocate at a later time in their life. We had a collie- farm shepherd dog as kids, that would let nobody bring any harm come to either my brother or myself. Dogs can not be swayed by money or fancy clothes. Water, basic food, and affection, will get you a true friend for their lifetime.

[@jacobverner321]

As the owner of akita i can 100% confirm. You can befriend akitas easily but only if you gain their trust. Otherwise they will not let you close to him and his family.

[@isitoveryet9525]

My Akita must be broken, because he’s the most overly emotional pup I’ve ever encountered & wants to be besties with every dog he meets….male or female.

[@Hazeydaze92]

Is he still a puppy? Because if so he may change, as most puppies of all breeds are like this then grow into more typical breed characteristics. Although there are always exceptions in every breed.

[@martineshamzin7535]

He is probably still young.

[@airmorden9975]

Kuma was the same til his balls dropped g

[@isitoveryet9525]

@@Hazeydaze92 He’ll be 3 on January 1st. He’s just…odd lol Side note: I’ve had Akitas all my life, & have never had one with such a docile personality. He’s just a chill dude, who prefers a peaceful existence I suppose.

[@medelo20d62]

My akita is the same way we also spend a lot of time getting him socialized too so that way he would be friendly

[@sethbailey2557]

Kuma normally: *Completely stoic, stone-faced* Kuma being blow-dried: *Inner Pupper longing to be spoiled shines through*

[@TheDevnul]

May you ever be surrounded by blowdryers until you fall asleep. RIP Kuma. Thanks Vanessa. I fall in love with every pet you groom. I think it’s the care and affection you show towards them.

[@krys9463]

Owning an akita is like owning a big cat XD The funniest thing about him was that he organized his toys, he had outside toys and inside toys and he would seriously put them away after playing with them. If you ever take one of his toys and put it where it doesn't belong then he would huff and give you a dirty look. Also he was an expert mouse hunter.

[@sjoerdkessels712]

So funny... I recognise the cat like manner. We actually had cats and they learned our Akita how to catch flies. The only problem was he thought he had to eat the flies and disliked that very much. You could almost see the cats chuckle...

[@Antimony145]

if my cat was that size i would be dead rn

[@MarcusKuann]

I dont think it would be a good idea to own a Cougar.

[@dreamok732]

@@sjoerdkessels712 😂 that comment made my day.

[@kovenniawilliams3213]

Ah yes. The Akita eye of disappointment.

[@SSSDiva171]

That definitely looks like a guard dog that enjoys his job. He looks fierce as hell but loyal, loving and protective at the same time. God help the intruder that breaks into that house.

[@immortalsofar5314]

That's an amazing dog that actually _walks_ with menace! I mean, he's a canine Sean Connery!

[@joeeylee]

if you own an akita you get a discount on your renter’s/homeowner’s insurance. source: my roommate had one.

[@sk8ercaligirl]

His demeanor makes him intimidating, but I’m sure he is a sweetheart with his owners. 😳😀

[@MLB_CoercedFreeman5OutOfATL]

@@joeeylee No way that’s actually true is it…? I wouldn’t even ask if you didn’t cite a source…

[@tickoman273]

intruder: *whips out a portable blow dryer*

[@Allah_bize_salat_etti]

"careless whisper music + slow mo" would be perfect for blow dryer scene

[@nicolebryant2752]

Good one😄

[@harpy8825]

Done

[@princesshannah7]

What an absolute champ, rest in peace king 😢

[@klevengreg]

I had an American Akita back in 1980. I named him Yoshi Kuma. He was a great dog who loved to go camping with me and my family. He was fearless but well mannered. He lived to about 13 before we had him put down after a cancer diagnosis. I'll never forget him. My gentle bear.

[@Tallerixoo]

Brings a tear to your eye for sure, sorry for your loss pal. I had a German shepard Alaskan Malamute cross called Kia who passed from limphoma cancer a few years back and a staffy who also passed this year. Losing them is really tough but it's the fact that we could spend time with such amazing creatures and to know that they had a good life with you that makes it easier to cope with, as with all souls. until we meet again! Have a good day man

[@Granto-ni9qw]

He sounds fantastic it's the worst when u don't have them no more hope ya well

[@klevengreg]

@@Tallerixoo Thanks for the kind words. Yoshi was great and I'll never forget him.

[@klevengreg]

@@Granto-ni9qw Thanks. I can't say that I am over him but it doesn't hurt as much to think of him or to look at his pictures.

[@Granto-ni9qw]

@@klevengreg I no bud I no what u say mid my rocky every minute of the day keep safe I'm grant from Durham England

[@JeckeL007]

1:39 LOL no matter how tough these pups think they are none are immune to the happy hoodie making them look hilarious

[@DJcs187]

Disagree, I think he looks like he's about to pull out a gun and mug you. :D

[@DJcs187]

Or release a dope mixtape.

[@CognizantCheddar]

Nice lean weight for his size, too. He's well cared for. Obviously exercised, not overfed. Props to his human(s).

[@displayname5100]

I noticed that too. You can tell that he's well nourished but not to the point of being overfed. With some breeds it seems like owners don't realize that it's not healthy to be overweight.

[@edmaxwell257]

His owner probably breeds him. Theres a rather large market for it.

[@_JHNNYBOi_]

Its Hooman

[@stuff1784]

Well trained as well!!

[@Alexa-hs5bd]

@@displayname5100 i see this especially with pitbull type dogs. Yes, some breeds of pit are beefier than the original american pit bull terrier, including the american bully, staffordshire terrier, etc. but there’s a difference between a muscular dog and a fat one. The call their dogs “chunky” and think their morbidly obese pitty is happy and healthy…

[@carolmccorry3053]

RIP Kuma, you were magnificent...gone to the loved dryer in the sky. Deepest sympathy to his family.

[@vareeha]

This channel right here delivers the perfect content.

[@ipdipdu]

I’ve never seen a dog look so majestic while he gets his back end washed down 😂

[@MissDeviancy]

My God what an absolutely stunning animal. He looks likes hes a mix of wolf and bear.

[@King-pv8fk]

Fact: Akita's are known as bear killers. This dog's name is Kuma-Killer (kuma= Bear in japanese)

[@Selkie7]

He really does, he's gorgeous

[@youtubeis...]

I would walk him for free

[@shropsiberian]

They are bear dogs. I have one that looks very similar to this & he is the biggest softie going. He might lick you to death, nothing more.

[@mohicantheluststar2550]

So did wolf bang the bear or the bear bang the wolf?

[@hillarykildare269]

We'll miss you, Kuma! Thank you for the laughs and sharing your family with us. I hope you had a wonderful life with no regrets as you cross the rainbow bridge.

[@chivalricsoul8463]

Can you please tell me what happened to him? How did he pass away. 😢

[@a.morrigan5870]

I had Akitas for decades. My last boy looked very like Kuma and people were definitely intimidated by him. However my lovely boy helped me look after orphan kittens, loved cats, horses and allowed himself to be used as a chew toy by foster puppies. I would still happily have Akitas however we started to foster and then adopt rescue dogs, we never had the right time bring an Akita back into the household. Now we take the dogs no one else wants, the old, the infirm, behaviour problems, but damn seeing Kuma brought tears to my eyes.

[@drillosophy1012]

This is a dog that speaks a full coherent sentence to you once, then never again.

[@69420fart]

I'm your 400th like

[@stephengrinkley9889]

I would add that he follows that up with a "you heard me..." as he casually walks away.

[@ultrainstinct570]

That dog looks scary as hell yet cute at the same time

[@o_o5210]

Definitely lol

[@vrass775]

Its been my experience that often times the scary looking ones are the friendliest... its the small ones that usually have an attitude.

[@ultrainstinct570]

@@vrass775 yeah i have noticed that too with pomerians

[@natashabrooks4188]

Ikr🤣

[@nesta8273]

People are scary of pitbulls but Akita has almost double bite force compared to a pitbull (Golden retrivers and Pitbull has approx same bite force). This is one of the most powerful medium breeds.

[@candiwalker2448]

One of the reasons I love your channel's content is how chill and controlled you are with the various breeds Your respect for each and every pup you groom is endearing So I'm not surprised at this touching and honorable tribute to this young pup So sad 😢

[@jussmall]

1:06 He gives off the funniest side eye. He’s just like “we’re gonna get back to this grooming thing right?” LOL

[@altf4undo01]

i would literally feel like a mafia boss every day if i had a dog like this one

[@2hedz77]

Plot twist: your dog is the mafia boss

[@shigure27]

I had a dog like this. I did indeed feel powerful walking him. There were a few wandering dogs in the area and he kicked their asses every time, including a few pits and a GS. He died in June though at the age of 13, RIP 😔

[@unknownentity8256]

Then it's a good thing you don't own one

[@gingerbaker4579]

Kindly never get one. These are not a breed for amateurs that know nothing about dogs. You're more likely to get hurt or have someone wrongly hurt in your ignorance & stupidity

[@xxrazaxx]

dogs like that come with more responsibility/upkeep/vigilance

[@xanderwyatt2158]

Kuma: I am a stoic worrier, nothing you can do can phase me or break my composure. Blow Dryer: *Fwoooooo* Kuma: with one exception

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

One...RIP, Kuma, you were seriously one of a kind and were taken too soon. And two, I love how even as he enjoys the blow dryer, his face NEVER changes 😂. He has all of the body language to show his happiness except for an actual smile 😂😂😂😂. That's honestly impressive!

[@kathyflorcruz552]

I've never seen SUCH a BIG no nonsense face like that on a dog before. He's awesome.

[@jadelee6555]

"Akitas don't often show their emotions" Meanwhile this Akita to the blowdryer: *Country boyyy I loooooveee youuuu* (Edit: I'm so happy people got this reference haha)

[@AxxLAfriku]

I am being humble when I am telling you that I am the most powerful strongest coolest smartest most famous greatest funniest Y*uTub3r of all time! That's the reason I have multiple girlfriends and I show them off on my ch*nnel all the time! Bye bye jqde

[@mrychards6682]

The troll resurfaces!

[@fedupadhesive4885]

@@AxxLAfriku who the hell are you?, don’t answer that, cuzz I don’t give a damn

[@crsmith56]

@@isabellagraceinc That was the icing on the cake right there! Lol

[@Aaron-zu3xn]

it feels like belly rubs so he def has a weakness for belly rubs

[@Caroline-jl2us]

He's so well behaved. I wonder if he sees the blow dryer as his reward

[@jacquelinepayne4737]

Kuma: The blow dryer gets me in ALL the right place’s. You didn’t hear 👂🏼 me say anything🐺.

[@Emma_K]

I love the way his face smushes in the little hood. Cutest thing ever!!

[@Izayuukan]

Kuma is an absolute unit. He has the calm, confident demeanour of someone who knows he's the toughest, strongest creature in the room.

[@CeruleanRogue]

Thank you for putting that disclaimer at the front about how Akita's aren't the right dog for most owners, especially new ones. Had you not, lot of people would have just seen this beautiful dog and not known what they were getting themselves into if they decided to pick this breed for their next pooch. I've grown up with Akitas and have owned three in my lifetime it's always a challenge.They can be the most docile, loving dogs in the world, but without consistent training and hundreds of hours of continual work they can be dangerous to be around. They're one of the main breeds you need to teach bite inhibition as soon as possible. Because even a mild love nip from an Akita can have serious consequences and many of the puppies grow up naturally very mouthy. Not out of aggression but Akita's have a habit of using their mouths to navigate the world. For example, the second Akita I grew up with had a habit of taking your hand in his mouth and using it to gently lead you places in the house. It was cute, but only after literally hundreds of hours of work to soften his mouth and teach him how fragile human skin happened to be. We currently have an eighteen month rescue Akita named Remy and he's been a bit of a nightmare to work with. Not only is he very mouthy but he doesn't realize how strong he is either. These dogs top out at 120 pounds for the males and they're /all/ muscle. It's taken dozens of hours with expert trainers and constant experimenting with leashes and collars to find the right mix to keep him under control. Because while he's a sweetheart and would never hurt a fly, all it takes is for him to catch you off guard ONCE on a walk before he's literally dragging you halfway across the street. I wouldn't trade him or any of the other Akitas I've owned for the world, but I also cringe whenever I see people promoting Akitas to wider audiences without proper warnings. Are you prepared to constantly train your Akita throughout it's life? To put dozens to hundreds of hours in when they're still puppies to teach them bite inhibition? To take them out nearly every day to meet strangers and new animals so they remain nonaggressive towards other people and pets? And to then have them reach puberty and not know if all that work might go down the drain due to their raging hormones? If not, please for the sake of these amazing dogs look elsewhere for your next pooch. You're doing both the dog and yourself a disservice by not going in prepared.

[@Kinypshun]

If only this was printed and handed out by all breeders. Shelters are full of dogs who were failed by their owners. I hate people sometimes.

[@angienguyen3867]

Thank you, such useful information. I'd really like to have majestic breeds like this. However, I know they can be dangerous for not only the people around but also the owner, if not properly trained. I wish she could pin this comment for others to see!

[@Member.Berry.]

Thank you. I was starting to get really annoyed by all the people smugly declaring this isn't a dog for noobs without giving a single reason as to why.

[@SkiDaBird]

I know when my family adopted a GSP from the shelter there was an additional interview, extra paperwork, and a lot of verbal warnings. Badly trained GSPs are a nuisance, but not a safety issue because they just aren’t that big. Akita’s are amazing, but they really are 100+ pounds of exuberant muscle, and a fuckton of work to help the dog.

[@CeruleanRogue]

@@Member.Berry. No problem, I was seeing a lot of people echoing the sentiment that they shouldn't be owned by newbies but not explaining /why/ so I wanted to add my own perspective. Every dog is an individual of course and there are some Akitas who do not need that much extensive training. They are however are the extreme EXCEPTION and I desperately want people to understand that before they take the plunge. You can tell Kuma's owners put in all the work to make their boy safe to be around and he is an exceptional example of the breed. If someone is willing to put in all that work however and learn to read their dog they will end up with an amazing companion. It's just that most people aren't willing to put in that work and end up letting their poor dog become a menace due to their negligence.

[@Al.j.Vasquez]

Look at him, standing there, menacingly.

[@twinku1]

Spongebob reference ??

[@jackr.ripper601]

*Jojo reference*

[@randomidvplayer8907]

@@jackr.ripper601 lmao

[@alindaalexander5198]

No he's NOT!!! If I judged you by you face???

[@randomidvplayer8907]

@@alindaalexander5198 Are you joking or are you actually serious?

[@JesusLover3412]

I love the way you describe each dog's personality traits, so that people who are looking for dogs as pets, can choose which breed fits their home!

[@tuskedbeast]

I see what you mean about emotionless- or even "resting b____ face"! That made his near-happy expression when you were washing his face and blow drying him so lovely :) Love your channel, the dogs and especially your dry wit.

[@trtcommunity9248]

"He stared at me like a disappointed father after parent teacher interviews." Soooo funny.

[@adj2006]

Nigeria 🇳🇬

[@win2024king]

He looks like my father in law. No joke. He’s also expressionless.

[@fridayschild722]

Then your family should try using the blow dryer on him 😂🤣

[@cabbijez8967]

@@fridayschild722 This is a beautiful comment

[@metaverseplayer]

@@cabbijez8967 Honestly I couldn’t agree more.

[@sgunky]

You have a dog in the family tree?

[@Anonymous-bm8sv]

But does he wags his tail to communicate his feelings? *I actually didn't want to post this but I couldn't help myself* XD

[@promise372]

Aww RIP Kuma! You will always live on in our hearts!

[@Kaydee_1]

Can we just appreciate the fact that that dog did absolutely nothing and just let the girl clean and wash him... This shows the amount of trust he has in her.

[@brian19991]

also, if he does not wanna go along, well, good luck lol

[@erlindaalba1682]

@@brian19991 🤣

[@Pimpmedown]

hell no this doesnt show anything about trust. It just shows that he doesnt give a fuck because if you do him bad he bite off your head.

[@valenciansun]

Akitas are famously stoic. Don't read too much into it

[@davidsmithsmith5679]

A trained dog will do that

[@JK7H]

"I'm never happy, but that thing... that thing instill joy in my heart"

[@rangelo7281]

I get the sense from Kuma when he was in the yard that he could just walk through the fence if he wanted, but was too polite.

[@bmack5265]

I'll never get tired of watching Kuma. I doubt he'd ever let me into his tribe, but I can't help but fall in love over and over again with this stoic sweetheart.

[@AmyHollinger1]

He’s like a big unimpressed teddy bear… until the blow dryer comes on 🤣

[@starlittle5120]

Indeed 😂

[@GracemarieJohnson2763]

Lol yup 😂

[@IamINERT]

"Like a Disappointed father at a parent interview" That hit hard

[@timp4661]

Like the belt?

[@Adirondaque]

@@timp4661 Or the cable boosters.

[@DavidandAngeloDNA]

This is not like owning a dog, this is like owning an Asian dad

[@VoiceOfWorld]

Arabic or Pakistani dad :D

[@mungbean345]

😂😂😂😂

[@MZ-rv1bu]

hahaha

[@robertpate6241]

😆🤣

[@6Mar99]

@@VoiceOfWorld still asian🤣

[@northerncold6303]

What a beautiful gentle giant. I love how he enjoys the blow dryer.

[@The-Portland-Daily-Blink]

I had an Akita for nine years. She was five when got her and she was so special. They had named her Maryjane but I just called her Mary. She was so intelligent and she LOVED the six cats we already had when we got her. She passed away on the kitchen floor of my old house, having had a nice dinner the night before. She was such a wonderful dog. RIP Mary...

[@Kinypshun]

I am so sorry for your loss. Sounds like she was a dream dog. You never really get over it.

[@thatsassyrepublican]

Ugh so sad!!! 😭😭😭😭😭

[@DerickMasai]

@@thatsassyrepublican You seem to know your way around that if your username is anything to go by

[@Roldy_Fasho]

@@DerickMasai I see what you did there👏👏👏👏👏

[@lallred1911]

For a dog that large to have such a long life, you must have given her excellent care. I also applaud you for adopting an adult dog rather than a puppy. She surely blessed you with many wonderful memories.

[@spuhgetti]

Kuma is that one stoic anime character who has the most random quirk, like being very good with kids & housework

[@Ali_D_Katt]

Kuma, is an anime character and he is in fact big and stoic. I would be surprised if he's not named after the character because it very much suits him. He's a one piece character if you wanted to check it out.

[@KratosisGod]

Hmm so basically piccolo

[@morrisons7g917]

Same

[@martineshamzin7535]

@@Ali_D_Katt OMG. That is sort of fitting; But no. Kuma just means "bear" in Japanese.

[@penbunk]

Kuma: "Im the night" *blowdryer on Kuma: "KYYYAAA dryer-kun"

[@saloom7438]

underrated comment

[@aliciasheridan1477]

oh my god that's fucking hilarious

[@sirsweet3022]

What are you doing Step-Dryer?

[@HardstyleCatalyst]

OwO

[@collinfulling3223]

I hate this and I love this

[@avery.m]

beautiful Kuma. I hope his owner reads through these comments n' knows Kuma was truly loved by us all. ❤

[@Hostile4380]

He may not be expressive with his emotions but that prance at the end just shows how happy he is

[@infallibleblue]

I’ve never seen an American Akita. Stunning! Also, I appreciate you being very honest that the Akita breed is not for everyone, but for some there is nothing better.

[@MrSeekerOfPeace]

Yea they were introduced in the 1800's as a way to help frontiersman track big game. They were also good railroad bull dogs.

[@12799MaDeuce]

Relatively rare dogs...in 30 years, I've only ever seen 4 in person. Oddly enough, the most recent was just 3 days ago and wasn't your typical akita - she was a super-social lovebug lol.

[@k0lds0up5]

@@MrSeekerOfPeace I thought they were mainly brought back to the states after WW2?

[@americanakita]

Absolutely correct. American soldiers based in Japan after WW2 fel in love with the breed and brought the first puppies and adult dogs to the States when returning home. As pets, not for hunting or any other reason. Unfortunately, very few purebred Akitas still excisted in Japan at that time. So, many Japanese owners crossbred them with other breeds and sold these puppies to the American soldiers. To keep a long story short, this eventually lead to 2 different type of Akitas: the Japanse and the American.

[@pozloadescobar]

He is a tremendous, well-behaved beast of a dog. Built like a tank!

[@aundreya22]

If he has sensitive skin due to allergies that dryer must feel AMAZING to him.

[@dhyeyapatel8688]

i was literally thinking about that

[@myrtle1234]

I felt a little embarrassed watching him have his “dryer time.” Seemed kind of private.

[@celeste.cutz2020]

I was like omg my lil baby Yorkie that is a senior, love to be on the end of a blow dryer. He has skin issues, went to a groomer that was new and came home w fleas. He was allergic, even though I go rid of the fleas w in hours.

[@celeste.cutz2020]

@@myrtle1234 that’s so darn cute.

[@saralackey3435]

You have to know the dog.

[@monicaboyd4557]

So stoic, so relaxed, so calm, and a gorgeous dog. Okay, I love this dog ❤

[@Justicia007]

He may not show obvious emotion, but to me he looked very contented and sleepy when you were scrubbing him and then towel drying him. I think he was enjoying the attention...❤️

[@annalisadalcero8093]

Indeed

[@secretgarden3555]

Great Dog! Great shampoo day. He enjoyed the dryer I'm shure as a former dog owner.

[@mariamartin94]

Yes, he looked blissful

[@horsemanpit8812]

The Ron Swanson of the canine world.

[@mindjal19]

Dudeee😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@bixby451]

Lmaoooo so accurate 🤣

[@scorpleeon]

OMG yes lol, she’s his Leslie Knope.

[@stu729]

One hundred percent.

[@lscott964]

Never has a dog description been so accurate in the entire history of describing dogs. 👏🏻

[@lnfused]

I get the sense that one day this type of dog will just slowly turn its head towards you and in a very relaxed, but forcefully deep voice and say "walkies." Then proceed to walk you while it stands on its hind legs smoking and wearing sunglasses like nothing's up.

[@Sinister5.3]

That's oddly specific

[@suep9445]

I'm gettin' a visual....

[@coleworld4385]

Omg his squished face in the happy hoodie… ❤❤ RIP Kuma. Have fun at the Rainbow Bridge puppa…

[@pandakhaki9569]

Her: teases him with the descriptions about him Kuma: -____-

[@lexthebored8122]

“Akita’s aren’t like other dogs. They often don’t share their emotions” Akita: *scratches and leans* “Feels Good!”

[@marcusdaloia2974]

To be fair it's not like that was a subtle emotion.

[@garynelson9538]

@@marcusdaloia2974 @1:41 there's nothing subtle!lol

[@mschelceetv2333]

Such a well behaved boy. He enjoyed his day at the spa. All of the Akita’s I’ve met were sweet yet serious.