Most smart dogs bark at the back door when they need letting in.

Others push their nose against the side of a partially closed door, and force it open.

But the IQ of this pooch is much higher - he is capable of jumping up onto a handle and opening a door with his paws, just like a human would.

Patient: The pooch waits to be let in before deciding that no one is around to open the door for him

Captured on camera in London is the moment an Akita showcases his ability to act like a person when he finds himself locked outside.

Patient to begin with, the pooch waits to be let in before deciding that no one is around to open the door for him.

Taking matters into his own hands, he jumps up against the door and rests his front paws on the handle.

He then pauses momentarily to get his balance before applying some pressure and forcing the handle downwards.

The dog jumps up and rests his front paws on the handle before pushing down to open the door

At the same time the dog leans forward slightly and the door begins to open.

He then pulls it back with his right paw while peering in through the gap, before jumping to the ground and walking inside.

The video concludes with the pooch checking out his food bowl as he enters the house.

The Akita is a powerful and dominant breed of dog that originates from the mountainous northern regions of Japan.