Japanese Breeds Information Site: Kishu History

The Kishu, sometimes called Kishu Ken or Kishu Inu, is a Japanese breed of dog, developed there for thousands of years.
It is descended from ancient medium-sized breeds.
This breed is similar to the Akita and the Shiba Inu but predates both breeds.
Sometimes it is mistaken for the white variant of Hokkaido or a white Jindo (Korean dog) because of very similar appearance.

The Japanese originally used this breed of dog for boar and deer hunting.
Like the Shiba, they are often quiet.
Kishu will stalk prey quietly rather than bark.
The Kishu stands 17-22 inches tall, averages 30-60 pounds and is considered a medium sized dog.
The coat color is generally white.
There are still occasional brindle or red Kishus in Japan, but the preferred coat color, and the only one seen in show dogs, is white.
The nose color is primarily black, but with the white coat the nose can be brownish or pink in color.
The bite is either scissor or a level bite.
The tail is curled over the back like that of an Akita or Shiba Inu.
The coat is short, straight, and coarse with a thick undercoat.
There is fringe on the cheeks and tail.
The ears incline forward and are smaller rather than larger. This breed is tough, agile, and friendly.

The Kishu is a Foundation Stock breed with the American Kennel Club.
The American Kishu Registry is the official Kishu registry in the United States and is recognized as such by AKC.
Other registries include Japan Kennel Club (JKC) and Nihonken Hozonkai (Nippo), both in Japan.
The Kishu is recognized as a natural monument of Japan, thus export of the Kishu from Japan is severely restricted. Since this breed is so rare in North America and Europe, you may only get a chance to see him in his native homeland, Japan.

There are only two known breeders outside of Japan -- one in Texas and one in Europe.

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1olena1 10 Aug : 13:15

Thanks for the compliment Webmaster! Yes, I'm an artist and have created 17 children's books, of which this is the most recent, for ages 3 - 6. It is the ONLY book about a Shiba that I have been able to find! Hope other members will have a look.

Webmaster 07 Aug : 06:02

Olena i seen a pic of ur book, Looks very nice. I see u illustrate in childerens books. Is this new book also made for the kids or isnt it?

For those who want to order the book i just opend a new part in the forum so ill add this book to it.

Webmaster 07 Aug : 05:56

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1olena1 19 Jul : 12:08

The book is titled Nicholas, you are ridiculous!, and can be googled, since the website doesn't seem to appear here!

1olena1 19 Jul : 12:07

I've just published a new picture book about a Shiba puppy - see it on my site,

Would love to get your input!

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