[DOC] [TLE] Akita (dog) - Wikipedia [PAR] The Akita is a large breed of dog originating from the mountainous northern 
regions of Japan. .... In 1931, the Akita was officially declared a Japanese 
National Monument. ... Additionally, American Akitas may be pinto and/or have 
black masks, unlike Japanese Akitas where it is considered a disqualification and 
not permitted... [DOC] [TLE] Shiba Inu - Wikipedia [PAR] The Shiba Inu () is the smallest of the six original and distinct spitz breeds of 
dog from Japan. A small, agile dog that copes very well with mountainous terrain, 
the Shiba Inu was originally bred for hunting. It looks similar to and is often 
mistaken for other Japanese dog breeds like ... They may also be white (cream), 
though this color is considered a "major... [DOC] [TLE] Japanese Dog Breeds - Caninest [PAR] Dogs have traditionally been used as herding animals, hunting partners and ... 
They are also the national dog of Japan and one of 7 breeds designated as a ... 
is also an Akita breed which is a descendant and largely considered American. ... 
Ainu-ken and Ainu Inu the Hokkaido dog is rarely seen outside of Japan itself. [DOC] [TLE] History and Tradition of the Japanese Shiba Inu [PAR] The modern Japanese dog has developed through repeated selection of the 
dogs that ... from ancient times it has been custom to name dogs and use them for 
hunting. ... the Japanese dogs, designated them as national monuments -- one of 
the ... All Shibas originate from mountainous, landlocked parts of Japan where 
they... [DOC] [TLE] 9 Popular Japanese Dog Breeds - Care.com Community [PAR] To give you a glimpse of Japanese breeds that are available, here are 9 popular 
... from the country's north, are considered a national treasure in Japan. ... 
Considered one of the oldest dog breeds in the world, they were originally raised 
to hunt. ... It is not recognized by the American Kennel Club and hardly ever seen
... [DOC] [TLE] Japanese Akita Inu Dog Breed Information and Pictures [PAR] All about the Japanese Akita Inu, info, pictures, breeders, rescues, care, ... the 
region of Akita in Japan, where it has remained unchanged for centuries. The 
Akita Inu is considered a national dog of Japan and is one of seven ... a guard 
dog (government and civilian), a fighting dog, a hunter of bear and deer and a 
sled dog. [DOC] [TLE] Top 10 Cutest Japanese Dog Breeds | entertainmentaroundtheworld [PAR] It is considered to be the most ancient and purest dog breed in Japan. ... made 
into specimens and placed in the National Science Museum at Ueno, Tokyo. ... 
Size Dog, the Shiba Inu is a small, agile dog that was originally bred for hunting. 
... The Shiba Inu is one of the oldest dog breeds, dating back to the 3rd century 
BC. [DOC] [TLE] Japanese Dog Breeds, Breeders, Breed Rescues [PAR] Comprehensive Guide to Japanese Dog Breeds: Akita, Shiba, Tosa, Kai, Kishu, 
... aren't seen in dogsledding races, given their traditional use and their claim to 
fame. ... Canada and Australia, where the Akita is considered one breed with two 
... Because of the National Monument status of the breed, it was a very rare gift. [DOC] [TLE] 7 Distinguished Japaneses Dog Breeds | PetCareRx [PAR] Jul 11, 2013 ... Find out what's common in Japanese dogs, and learn more about ... considered 
national treasures and are rarely seen outside of Japan, ... Like many of the other 
Japanese breeds, this dog was bred for hunting, ... This spitz-type dog was 
declared a natural monument in 1934, and ...... Here For You Anytime... [DOC] [TLE] Breeder Buzzwords  The Akita - Best In Show Daily [PAR] In 1931 Japan designated seven dog breeds, including the Akita, as living 
natural ... their efforts on preserving what they considered the original Akita 
Matagi. ... including the popular and common pinto markings and the black mask 
seen on ... One breed or two, the Akita is treasured in every country where 
fanciers can... [DOC] [TLE] shikokus in shelter (

Question: This hunting dog seen here is considered one of Japan's national monuments
Answer: an akita