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KAI

THIS ONE-MAN DOG IS GOOD AT GUARDING BUT IS BEST KEPT ON A LEASH OUTDOORS FCI

Height range One of the oldest and purest of Japan’s native dog breeds, the Kai
19–21 in (48–53 cm) was given the status of “national treasure” in 1934. An active and
Weight range athletic hunter used to running in packs, this dog may settle
24–55 lb (11–25 kg)
reasonably well into being
Life span 12–15 years a home companion but is High-set tail carried
curved over back
Origin Japan not recommended for a
novice owner.
Strong,
Erect ears incline thick neck
slightly forward
Other colors
Head broad with
well-defined stop
and tapering muzzle
Range of red
brindles
Black coat changes
from solid color to
brindle as dog matures

KISHU

THIS NATURAL HUNTER IS GOOD WITH OTHER DOGS BUT CAN BE STRONG-WILLED FCI

Erect ears
Height range Now rare but greatly prized, the Kishu was possibly bred incline forward
18–20 in (46–52 cm) hundreds of years ago for hunting large game in Japan’s
Weight range mountainous Kyushu region. A “national treasure,” Some longer,
29–60 lb (13–27 kg) black hairs
this dog is quiet and faithful
Life span 11–13 years but can be a handful as a Short, straight,
Origin Japan companion because of its well-muscled back
strong instinct to chase.

Thick, fringed
tail carried in
curl over back

Dark brown
eyes
Short, straight,
coarse, red coat
Dense,
white coat White markings on
feet and lower legs

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