Nekita Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Nekita is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Stubborn
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Dominant
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing

Nekita dogs are heavy shedders, they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Nekita. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

United States

Akita and Neapolitan Mastiff

2000s

Brown
Amber

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

The coat of a Nekita dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Nekita can have a litter of 6-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Nekita dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Nekita breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Ectropion
Sebaceous Adenitis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Dna For Vwd
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Thyroid Testing
Eye and Ear Examination

Nekitas have average social needs compared to other breeds. They are known to be less active and independent than other breeds, and they are content with spending time alone and with their human family.

The Nekita breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Nekitas are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Nekita, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Nekitas usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Nekita is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

Nekita should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 120-160 pound (54 - 73 kg) Nekita feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Nekita is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Nekita is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

The Nekita is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

Nekitas are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Nekitas are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Nekitas are below average dog friendly dogs. Nekita dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Nekitas are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Nekitas are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Nekitas will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

Nekitas have an average level of playfulness. The Nekitas, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Nekita dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.