We have a dog who does the same .... a mini border collie. Also a pretty dominant dog.

I quickly checked google ( wikipedia ) on Akita's. They look really beautifull ...... and also have the same kind of spirit our border collie has.

I strongly advice you to get as much information as you can about the dog. Use google and all.
The main thing with dogs like that is that you really have to be the boss and no slacking on that one. As soon as you slack on being the boss the dog will use that against you.

You have to teach him not to be on the bed. BUT ...... be patient it might take a couple of weeks or longer. There is a fun part about it. You teach him by praising him for his good behavior. When he lies on the floor give him a treat. Don't punish him when he goes on the bed but get the dog off the bed and tell him NO.

I found a website for you that might help you bit.

http://www.sukina-akitas.com/trainingtips.htm

I wish you a whole lot of luck

Rhiannon

Intelligence plus character. That is the goal of true education. ( Martin Luther King jr. )

from the movie Stump

Looks like the dog's bed is now your's. At least you have a huge pillow, and a sheepskin to keep you warm. I honestly have no idea of any relevant advice to give though, since i know nothing about caring for dogs. Be more stern?

"Watch your step by the crowd of fanatics, while they kill in the name of applied mathematics"

Rhiannon cheers pal I'll try that an eh see how it goes.

Fenix Aye that will be right he'd love that he wis in this mornin
pushin me oot the way.

Aw the best
Malky

Jim is a 6month old rescue Akita so he's huge an he kens {knows} it fine