Yeah Yeah!!
My first dream will soon become true!! For whole May Im going to stay at Akashima Kennel in Canada and train there with Shikokus and Shibas!!
Wish me luck!
I hope I have the endurance to post everyday some pics and infos what/how Im doing there :)
30.03.09
16.03.09
Reputable Breeders (Europe + North America)
Akashima Kennel (Courtney, BC, Canada) www.akashima.bc.ca
Yamabushi Kennel (NM, USA) www.yamabushikennel.com
O'Ikon Kennel (Ohio, USA) www.shikokudog.com
van Veghel Kennel (Netherlands) www.shikoku.nl
Of course there are several breeders in Japan, but unfortunately I dont have much knowledge about them :(
Shikoku-Ken
Shikokus have a thick, double coat, erect ears, a curled tail, compact feet, and has sharper features than some other Japanese breeds. Their eyes are dark brown, almond shaped and slanted. Coat colors are red, red-sesame, and blackish or black-sesame. Height: 7-21 inches (46-52cm.)Weight: 35-50 pounds (16-26 kg.)
The Shikoku is somewhat strongly tied to nature. It is cautious and brave; a temperate dog with good judgement. The Shikoku is also very loyal and submissive to its owner, they love to be touched and often like to give kisses. Although they may be slightly aloof to strangers. This breed needs socialization early to avoid becoming aggressive towards other dogs. They can get along with children if they are raised properly and vice-versa. They have a high prey drive and are very intelligent and are fast learners. They need firm, confident and consistent leadership from the humans around them or they will become somewhat stubborn and quite relentless in attitude and play. They are quick and agile and may do well in agility or obedience. The alertness of a Shikoku may make it a good family watchdog. Shikoku pups can be quite vocal at times. They have a great sense of smell which serves them well in tracking their quarry. Quiet indoors, the Shikoku loves exercise outdoors and is very energetic. Socialize well when young, obedience training is recommended.
The Shikoku is also known as the Kochi-ken "ken" or "inu", which means dog in Japanese. Kin to the smaller Shiba and larger Akita Inu, the Shikoku-ken is a rare breed of dog even in its native Japan. In 1937, the Shikoku was established as one of Japan’s national treasures and to this day is rare, even inside Japan. The Japanese bred the Shikoku to hunt deer and wild boar in the mountainous and fairly isolated Kochi prefecture located on the island of Shikoku. Shikokus are some of the purest of dog breeds due to the remote nature of the region, which greatly restricted crossbreeding.
The Shikoku is somewhat strongly tied to nature. It is cautious and brave; a temperate dog with good judgement. The Shikoku is also very loyal and submissive to its owner, they love to be touched and often like to give kisses. Although they may be slightly aloof to strangers. This breed needs socialization early to avoid becoming aggressive towards other dogs. They can get along with children if they are raised properly and vice-versa. They have a high prey drive and are very intelligent and are fast learners. They need firm, confident and consistent leadership from the humans around them or they will become somewhat stubborn and quite relentless in attitude and play. They are quick and agile and may do well in agility or obedience. The alertness of a Shikoku may make it a good family watchdog. Shikoku pups can be quite vocal at times. They have a great sense of smell which serves them well in tracking their quarry. Quiet indoors, the Shikoku loves exercise outdoors and is very energetic. Socialize well when young, obedience training is recommended.
The Shikoku is also known as the Kochi-ken "ken" or "inu", which means dog in Japanese. Kin to the smaller Shiba and larger Akita Inu, the Shikoku-ken is a rare breed of dog even in its native Japan. In 1937, the Shikoku was established as one of Japan’s national treasures and to this day is rare, even inside Japan. The Japanese bred the Shikoku to hunt deer and wild boar in the mountainous and fairly isolated Kochi prefecture located on the island of Shikoku. Shikokus are some of the purest of dog breeds due to the remote nature of the region, which greatly restricted crossbreeding.
Pic: Loa fof Yamabushi Kennel
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