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A Kishu Ken
Photo: CJ Hammond, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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Kishu Ken

Also called Kishu Inu, Kumano Ken and Taichi Ken

  • Needs space

The Kishu Ken is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in Japan for hunting small game. They are intelligent, independent, and alert, and make excellent hunting dogs.

Weight
31–60 lb (14–27 kg)
Height at the shoulder
17–22 in (43–56 cm)
Life span
11–13 years
Exercise
About 60 minutes a day
Coat
Short, Double
Origin
Japan

Traits

Family and friends

  • OK with children
  • OK with other dogs
  • Reserved with strangers

Home and activity

  • Energetic
  • Needs space
  • Barks a little
  • Fairly easy to train

Care

  • Little grooming
  • Sheds moderately
  • Hardly drools

Temperament

Alert Bold Dignified Docile Faithful Independent

Coat colours

Black and tan, red, sesame and white


Recognized by

Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)


Caring for a Kishu Ken

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Veterinarians

Check-ups and vaccinations through its 11–13 years.

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Dog walkers

Needs about 60 minutes of exercise a day.

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Dog trainers

Can be stubborn: a trainer helps from the start.

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Pet sitters

Someone to look after it while you’re away.

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Sources

Breed details from The Dog API.