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Iwate Dog |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Japan | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen | |
En français, cette race se dit |
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Chien d'Iwate |
Diese Norm ist in deutscher Sprache sichtbar |
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Iwate-Hund |
En español, esta raza se dice |
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Perro de Iwate |
In het Nederlands, wordt dit ras gezegd |
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Iwate-hond |
Historically, the term "Iwate dog" refers to the medium-sized Matagi hunting dogs originating from Iwate Prefecture in the Tohoku region of northern Japan. Before the formalization of breed standards, these dogs were once grouped with northern Akita dogs.Matagi Heritage :In the mountainous and snowy regions of Iwate and neighboring Akita Prefecture, traditional hunters (Matagi) used agile, medium-sized native dogs to hunt large game such as bears and wild boars.Classification :Early Japanese dog researchers, such as Hirokichi Saito, noted regional variations, sometimes specifically referring to the Matagi-type hunting dogs of Iwate as "Iwate dogs," while also distinguishing the larger types found in Akita.Current status :While specific regional names like "Iwate dog" are largely a thing of the past, the broader legacy of northern Japanese hunting dogs remains linked to the preservation of indigenous Nihon Ken (Japanese dog) breeds and research into traditional hunting abilities in the Tohoku region. |
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