White Japanese dog Kishu Ken.
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Kishu Ken

Almost exclusive to Japan, the Kishu Ken is an ancient dog breed once used for hunting large game like boar. Some are still used as hunting dogs, but for the most part, the modern-day Kishu Ken is a family dog in Japan. They’ve also started to grow in popularity in the United States.

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Statistics
Dog Breed Group
Purebred Dogs
Height
17 to 22 inches
Weight
30 to 60 pounds
Life Span
9 to 13 years
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