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National Natural Monument
Mammals
Koshi Dog
Canis lupus familiaris
The Koshi Dog is a native dog kept in Hokuriku's old Koshi region, including Toyama Prefecture. It is said to have served in mountain areas, for example as a hunting dog. It is regarded as a local lineage that illustrates the diversity of Japanese dogs.
- Scientific name
- Canis lupus familiaris
- Group
- Mammals（Native breed）
- Prefectures
- Toyama
- 日本語
- 越の犬
- 简体中文
- 越之犬
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The Koshi Dog is designated as a species without a fixed area and lives in places such as Toyama.
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