Ainu Dog
(Hokkaido Dog) (Hokkaidoken) (Hokkaïdo)
(Ainu-Ken) (Ainu Inu)
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Hokkaido dogs were introduced into the breeding program. These relatively pure dogs from remote mountain villages were brought to Odate, on the island of Honshu.
The Hokkaido dog breed is medium in size, and has small, triangular, upright ears. The small eyes have a rising triangular outline. The Hokkaido has a coat of long, stiff fur, and a second, shorter coat of soft fur.
Also known as the Hokkaido Dog, the Ainu Dog first appeared in Japan when the Asian Ainu tribe arrived there thousands of years ago. For centuries, these Spitz-type dogs were praised for being dependable guardians and companions.
 See also: Hokkaido, Spitz, Ainu Dog
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