10 japanese dog breeds

It is widely accepted that there are 6 breeds native to Japan: Shiba Inu, Hokkaido Inu, Kai Ken, Shikoku Ken, Kishu Ken & Akita. But other breeds have emerged over time due to crossbreeding those 6.

Many Japanese dog breeds have curly-que tails, pointed ears & narrow snouts with fluffy double coats. Read on for 10 Japanese dog breeds that are equally cute and loyal.

1. japanese spitz

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 12-15 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 10-25 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Playful, intelligent SHEDDING FACTOR: Seasonal ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12-14 years

2. japanese CHIN

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 8-11 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 7-11 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Mellow, regal SHEDDING FACTOR: Moderate ACTIVITY LEVEL: Low to Moderate LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10-12 years

3. shiba inu

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 13.5-16.5 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 17-23 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Affectionate, protective SHEDDING FACTOR: Low to moderate ACTIVITY LEVEL: High

4. SHIKOKU

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 17-22 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 35-55 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Alert, energetic SHEDDING FACTOR: Moderate to high ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate to high LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10-12 years

5. AKITA

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 24-28 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 70-130 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Loyal, brave SHEDDING FACTOR: Seasonal ACTIVITY LEVEL: High LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10-13 years

6. TOSA

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 21-24 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 100-200 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Easy-going, loving SHEDDING FACTOR: Low ACTIVITY LEVEL: Low LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10-12 years

7. JAPANESE TERRIER

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 8-13 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 5-9 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Cheerful, lively SHEDDING FACTOR: Moderate ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate to high LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12-15 years

8. kai ken

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 15-20 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 20-40 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Loyal, athletic SHEDDING FACTOR: Moderate ACTIVITY LEVEL: High LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12-15 years

9. hokkaido

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 18-20 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 44-66 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Smart, devoted SHEDDING FACTOR: Seasonal ACTIVITY LEVEL: High LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12-15 years

10. KISHU

AVERAGE HEIGHT: 17-22 inches AVERAGE WEIGHT: 30-60 pounds TEMPERAMENT: Athletic, dedicated SHEDDING FACTOR: Minimal ACTIVITY LEVEL: Moderate to high LIFE EXPECTANCY: 11-13 years

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10 japanese dog breeds

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It is widely accepted that there are 6 breeds native to Japan: Shiba Inu, Hokkaido Inu, Kai Ken, Shikoku Ken, Kishu Ken & Akita. But other breeds have emerged over time due to crossbreeding those 6.

Many Japanese dog breeds have curly-que tails, pointed ears & narrow snouts with fluffy double coats. Read on for 10 Japanese dog breeds that are equally cute and loyal.

1. japanese spitz

2. japanese CHIN

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3. shiba inu

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4. SHIKOKU

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5. AKITA

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6. TOSA

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7. JAPANESE TERRIER

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8. kai ken

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9. hokkaido

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10. KISHU

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