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Shikoku Dog

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National Natural Monument
Mammals

Shikoku Dog

Canis lupus familiaris

The Shikoku Dog is a medium-sized Japanese breed from the mountains of Kochi, used for hunting wild boar. It has a lean build and agility and is loyal to its owner. It was once called the Tosa Inu, and is now known and conserved as the Shikoku.

Scientific name
Canis lupus familiaris
Group
Mammals(Native breed)
Prefectures
Kochi
日本語
土佐犬(四国犬)
简体中文
四国犬

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Designated as a species without a fixed area. Markers show related prefectures.

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The Shikoku Dog (Canis lupus familiaris) is protected as a Natural Monument of Japan (1 designation). The Shikoku Dog is a medium-sized Japanese…

The Shikoku Dog is designated as a species without a fixed area and lives in places such as Kochi.

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