Hokkaido in the snow
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Hokkaido

The Hokkaido, an intelligent and alert purebred dog from Japan, is a devoted companion. Hokkaido dogs are also known by the names Ainu-ken, Seta, and Ainu dog. In Japan, their name is often shortened to Do-ken. Though rare outside of Japan, Hokkaido dogs can still be found in shelters and rescues.

These medium-sized dogs can live in

Statistics
Dog Breed Group
Purebred Dogs
Height
18 to 22 Inches
Weight
45 to 65 Pounds
Life Span
11 to 13 Years
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