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HOKKAIDO

FEARLESS YET GENTLE AT HOME, THIS DOG NEEDS SUPERVISION WITH OTHER ANIMALS FCI

Height range Dogs of this type were brought to the Japanese island of Hokkaido by
18–20 in (46–52 cm) the migrating Ainu people. (Ainu Dog is the breed’s alternative name.)
Weight range Although medium-sized, the Hokkaido was bold and tough enough to
44–66 lb (20–30 kg)
hunt bears. Careful training and socializing can make this dog
Life span 11–13 years a good companion and Strong,
Origin Japan home guardian. straight back
Thick tail
curled
over back
Other colors Muscular
neck
Smallish, dark,
triangular eyes
Variety of
colors
Harsh, straight,
sesame-colored coat

SHIKOKU

THIS BREED RESPONDS READILY TO AFFECTION BUT SHOULD NOT BE TRUSTED WITH SMALL PETS FCI

Height range Once used as a boar hunter in remote mountain regions of Japan, Firmly
18–20 in (46–52 cm) the Shikoku remained largely inaccessible for crossbreeding. As a result, erect ears
Weight range this breed is very true to its origins. Resilient, agile, and keen to chase
35–57 lb (16–26 kg)
other animals, the Shikoku is
Life span 10–12 years challenging to train but forms Typical “spitz” tail
Origin Japan a close bond with people it
loves and trusts.

Other colors
Dark eyes have
keen expression
Sesame and Moderately long,
black sesame wedge-shaped Muscular,
muzzle thick neck
Red-sesame
Powerful coat
hindquarters
Deep chest

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