CH Stone x Prosha
Due November 2026
- Dam: Champion Stone
- Dark brindle with a rare, wild pattern of brown, black, grey, and red.
- Sire: Prosha
- Fawn. This pairing carries European Grand Champion Joe bloodlines.
$5,000
Champion bloodline American Akita puppies, bred in New Jersey since 2003
Apexx Akitas is an AKC registered American Akita breeding program in Sussex County, New Jersey, founded by Ron Durant in 2003. The program has produced 10 AKC Champions, every breeding dog carries full OFA health clearances, and more than 150 puppies have gone home to approved families across the United States and Canada.
2003Program founded in Sussex County, New Jersey
10AKC Champions produced
150+Families placed across the US and Canada
OFAHips, elbows, thyroid, eyes, and cardiac on every breeding dog
Two litters due in November 2026
Applications are open for both litters. I match every puppy to its family myself, so the sooner I know what you are looking for, the better the match I can make for you.
GCH Asa x Blossom
Due November 2026
- Sire: Grand Champion Asa
- Red with a black mask and white markings. The foundation sire of my program.
- Dam: Blossom
- Orange red with a full, heavy coat.
$4,500
Real dogs. Real temperament.
Anyone can write that their dogs are calm and confident. I would rather show you. These videos are not staged. This is what my dogs actually look like in the real world.
The champion record
Titles are earned in the ring, in front of judges, against the best dogs in the breed. My dogs have competed at Westminster and earned conformation titles at shows including the Freehold Kennel Club. These are the champions behind the Apexx bloodline.
Grand ChampionAsa
National Grand Champion, shown at Westminster, and the foundation sire of the Apexx program.
Red with a black mask and white markings.
ChampionEsther
Best of Opposite Sex at Westminster
Yellowish red, black mask, white socks, black etching.
ChampionAsh
Best in Show at four months, plus his POA award
Mahogany red, black mask, white markings, black etching.
ChampionAstra
Best of Winners at the Akita specialty at Bucks, May 2026
Daughter of CH Ash. Reddish orange with a light black overlay.
ChampionTorro
Multiple Best of Breed wins
Pinto in dark orange red with white socks and black etching.
ChampionSwatt
Finished his championship from the puppy class
Red, black mask, white markings, black etching.
ChampionStone
AKC Champion
Dark brindle in a rare wild pattern of brown, black, grey, and red.
ChampionBengal
AKC Champion
Gold brindle mixed with white in a delicate arrangement.
ChampionAurora
AKC Champion
Silver with a black overlay, black mask, white socks.
ChampionLara
AKC Champion
Silver.
ChampionGrom
AKC Champion
Orange red with black etching.
The American Akita at its finest
Every dog in my program is the result of deliberate selection. Health tested, temperament evaluated, structurally correct, and bred to represent the true American Akita.
Raised with purpose from day three
A puppy’s first weeks shape the dog it becomes. Every litter here goes through the same program, and my daughter and I do the work ourselves, every evening at 7:30.
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Days 3 to 16
Early Neurological Stimulation, part of every Apexx litter since 2007. Short, gentle daily exercises designed to build a steadier response to stress. Alongside it, Early Scent Introduction: pine, leather, herbs, deer, and more, one new scent at a time.
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From day 17
Sounds, new surfaces, daily handling, car rides, and visitors. Your puppy meets the world before it ever meets your home.
What our families say
“I have had 7 Akitas over my lifetime and Apexx Akitas gave me my 8th. He is absolutely incredible. Hands down the most superior animal I have ever had. Ron is a man of his word and stands behind every dog he produces.”
DrZevTV8th Akita, Apexx Akitas family for 6 years
“Rush has truly been the best dog. He has an amazing temperament, is incredibly gentle and wonderful with our sons, and has been an absolute joy to have as part of our family. We could not recommend Ron and Apexx Akitas more highly.”
Chris SkretkowiczOwner of Rush, Apexx Akitas family since 2021
“This is not someone just selling puppies. This is a breeder who cares deeply about what he produces and the homes those dogs go to. If you are looking for an American Akita from a reputable breeder with a proven track record, Apexx Akitas in New Jersey is where you should start and end your search.”
Jose C.New York, 2021 placement
“Ron Durant knows what he is doing, and Bentley is proof of that every single day. If you are looking for an American Akita from a breeder who is honest, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to the breed, Apexx Akitas in New Jersey is the real deal.”
Malcolm J.Tennessee, 2025 placement
The dog the internet gets wrong
A well bred Akita from a responsible program is one of the most devoted, gentle companions a family can have. The key words are well bred. The breeder determines the dog, and this is what that looks like.
The breeder behind every dog
Ron Durant, founder
I founded Apexx Akitas in 2003, and I still make every decision myself. I choose every pairing with long term health and temperament in mind, I handle my own dogs in the AKC conformation ring, and I read every application personally. When one of my puppies goes home, that family has my phone number for the life of the dog.
- AKC conformation handler
- 10 AKC Champions produced
- OFA health testing on every breeding dog
- Early Neurological Stimulation since 2007
- 150+ placements across the US and Canada
- Lifetime support with every placement
Know the breed before you decide
I wrote these guides to answer the questions I hear most from families. Read them before you talk to any breeder, including me.
Breed knowledge
The truth about American Akita temperamentThe biggest myths about aggression, children, and training, corrected with real video proof.
Read the guide
Health testing
OFA health testing for American AkitasWhat OFA clearances mean, how to read the ratings, and how to verify results yourself.
Read the guide
Buyer’s guide
How to find a reputable American Akita breederA complete checklist covering health testing, red flags, and questions to ask.
Read the guide
Frequently asked questions
Where is Apexx Akitas located?
Apexx Akitas is located in Sussex County, New Jersey. I place champion bloodline, OFA health tested American Akita puppies with approved families across the United States and Canada, and transport is available for approved families who cannot visit in person.
How do I apply for an Apexx Akitas puppy?
Complete the puppy application on this website. I review every application personally and contact you directly. Once you are approved, a $400 deposit secures your placement.
How much does an Apexx Akitas puppy cost?
Apexx Akitas puppies range from $3,500 to $5,000 depending on the pairing. For the November 2026 litters, CH Stone x Prosha puppies are $5,000 and GCH Asa x Blossom puppies are $4,500. Delivery is quoted separately based on distance. The full breakdown is in my Akita puppy cost guide.
Are Apexx Akitas puppies AKC registered and health tested?
Yes. Every Apexx Akitas puppy is AKC registered. Every breeding dog carries full OFA health clearances covering hips, elbows, thyroid, eyes, and cardiac evaluation, all verifiable at ofa.org. Learn more on my health testing standards page.
Are American Akitas good family dogs?
A well bred American Akita from a responsible program is loyal, calm, and deeply devoted to its family. The key words are well bred, because the breeder determines the dog. Read my full guide on American Akita temperament for an honest assessment.
Does Apexx Akitas ship puppies across the US and Canada?
Yes. I place puppies with approved families nationwide and work with families in Canada. Safe professional transport options are discussed personally during the application process. Call me directly at (732) 850 5435 with any questions.
The bottom line
If you want an American Akita with documented champion bloodlines, OFA cleared parents, and a breeder who answers his phone for the life of the dog, start with an application. I read every one myself, and I will tell you honestly whether an Akita is the right fit for your home.
Ready to apply for an Apexx Akitas puppy?
Applications are open for the November 2026 litters. If an Akita is the right fit for your home, I will match you with a dog that exceeds every expectation you have.