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December 30, 2015

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More Shikoku Pups

December 12, 2015

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Available Shikoku Pups

December 12, 2015

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Dropped by AKIHO Today

December 06, 2015

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Slacking

November 26, 2015

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Wolfdog?

November 12, 2015

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The Shikoku is Not a Wolfdog

November 09, 2015

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The Dogs

November 07, 2015

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Bear Dogs?

October 28, 2015

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Zen Collection

October 22, 2015

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Singing With Wolves

October 20, 2015

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Recycle

October 15, 2015

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Baron x Tenko: 27 days old

October 14, 2015

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The author photographed for HUCK magazine by Ronin De Goede

The Nihon Ken are Japan's 6 aboriginal canine breeds. They originated from dogs brought over by the Jomon and Yayoi , and have lived with the Japanese for thousands of years. They are the Akita, Shiba, Shikoku, Kishu, Kai, and Hokkaido.

As a member of the Nihon Ken Hozonkai (Japanese Dog Preservation Society), the Kai Ken Aigokai (Kai Dog Protection Society), the Japan Kennel Club, and the Dainihon Hunter's Association, my goal is to help preserve these magnificent dogs as stated in the original breed standards, with particular emphasis on preserving sound temperament and working ability.

-Shigeru Kato

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