The Akita is the
largest of the Japanese breeds. In July 1931, the
Government of Japan designated the Akita as a national
monument and one of Japan's national treasures. The Akita
was used to hunt ducks, birds, small furbearing animals,
deer, elk, antelope, monkeys, boar and bear. The Akita is
a large, powerful dog with a thick double coat and a tail
that is curled and carried over the back. The most
distinguishing feature of the Akita is their large head,
that in combination with the small triangular shaped eyes
and small erect ears give the Akita a dignified
expression. Today the Akita is most often seen as a loyal
companion. The Akita's personality is very intelligent,
extremely loyal, and has well developed guarding and
protective instincts, making them an excellent guard dog.
While they can exhibit aggressive tendencies, these are
almost exclusively seen towards other dogs of the same
sex. The Akita is very gentle, protective and patient
with children.
The Chow Chow,
originally from Northern China, is one of the oldest
recognizable dog breeds, dating back more than 2000
years. They were once used for hunting, herding, pulling
and protection. Today, they are primarily a companion
dog. With a lion-like appearance and regal manner, the
Chow is truly one of the most beautiful and impressive
breeds of dogs. Very intelligent but has cat-like
characteristics in that they do not always have the
desire to please like many other breeds, preferring
instead to do what suits their particular mood.
Dignified, independent, and reserved with affection. The
Chow Chow's coat is either rough or smooth. The most
common coat is the rough (long-haired) which has a outer
coat of long, straight, course guard hairs and a soft,
thick undercoat. The smooth variety is a short, dense
outer coat with a definite undercoat. One unique
characteristic that is found in the breed is a blue-black
tongue. The coat comes in five colours: red, black,
cinnamon, blue and cream. The most common is red which
varies from a light golden to a deep mahogany
The Japanese
Spitz (Nihon Supittsu) is believed to be descended from
white German Spitz dogs which were brought to Japan
during the 1920s. Eventually, cross-breeding produced the
breed as it is known today and the breed standard was
established by the Japan Kennel Club in 1948. The
Japanese Spitz is a small to medium dog with a profuse
pure white coat, dark eyes and lips. Typical of the Spitz
breeds, they have a tail curled over the back and erect
ears. They are alert, intelligent, active and friendly in
nature. Bred specifically as a companion dog, the
Japanese Spitz enjoys spending time with their family and
is not a dog to be left alone for extended periods of
time.
The Shiba Inu is
the smallest and oldest of the Japanese breeds. (The name
means "small dog" in Japanese.) Originally used
to hunt large game. They are considered the most popular
companion dog in Japan. The Shiba is a friendly, outgoing
companion and excellent watchdog. They are cunning, bold
and have an independent nature. May be reserved toward
strangers but are loyal and affectionate to their family.
An active and agile dog, the Shiba is seen participating
in several dog sports and activities including agility
and obedience. They have a stiff, straight, harsh and
short outer-coat with a thick and soft undercoat and can
be seen in a variety of colours including: red, salt and
pepper, red-peppered, black-peppered, black, black-brown,
brindle or white.
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