Breed of the Day : Kai Dog

Kai Dog


HISTORY :

• "Kai Ken" / "Tiger Dog"
• Origins : Japan
• Rare breed worldwide
• Most ancient and pure breed in Japan
• Breed intent : hunt boar and deer
• Natural monument title in 1934 in Japan

(Source - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kai_Ken)


TEMPERAMENT :

• Affectionate
• Playful
• Excellent with children
• Intelligent
• Easy to train
• Good with other dogs
• Shy with strangers
• Strong protective instinct

PHYSICAL TRAIT :

• Average weight : 30 - 50 pounds

LIVING CONDITIONS :

• Good with apartments...Adapts to smaller spaces
• Maintain daily exercise

LIFE EXPECTANCY :

• Around 16 years

(Temperament, Physical Trait, Living Conditions, Life Expectancy source - http://www.dogster.com/dog-breeds/Kai_Ken)


Interesting research note - I found very little information about the detailed history of the Kai Ken.  Dog Breed Info only provided photos.  The majority of search results pulled up sources emphasizing whether or not the Kai Ken is a good fit with a potential owner.