History of Dogs in Japan Hiroshi Saito, Founder, NIPPO Society No.1
(From the May 1937 issue of "Nihon Inu") Dogs are one of the oldest domestic animals known to mankind, and in Japan, excavation of shell...
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- Aug 13
- 6 min
About Japanese dogs
In this issue, we will introduce Japanese dogs designated as natural monuments of Japan. Currently, there are a total of six breeds of...
- Aug 6
- 5 min
Domestic Dogs in the Stone Age by Kotondo Hasebe
From NIPPO's 50th Anniversary History, Volume 1, 1936 (Showa 11) Domestic dogs have been bred in Japan since the Stone Age. These...
- Aug 3
- 9 min
Ancestors of the Japanese dogBy Hiroshi Saito
(From NIPPO's fiftieth anniversary history, vol. 1, 1936) In recent years, Japanese dogs have become actively bred, and many speculative...
- Jul 27
- 4 min
Explanation of the Japanese Dog Standard
The Japanese dog Standard was established in 1934 by the Society for Preservation of the Japanese Dog as "a guide for Japanese dogs to be...
- Jun 22
- 3 min
Characteristics of Japanese dogs
I would like to delve deeper into the nature of the Japanese dog. The character of the Japanese dog can be thought of as the same as the...
- Jun 18
- 2 min
Latest Updates on Our Group's Kennel Dogs!
Latest Updates on Our Group's Kennel Dogs! Last year, in Reiwa 5 (2023), at a dog show hosted by NIPPO, "Ai no Nishikiou-go" won its 6th...
- May 17
- 4 min
The Essence of Mengzi's "Five Relationships" in the Human-Dog Bond
Over 2,000 years ago in China, there was a philosopher named Mengzi. Mengzi expounded on the virtues of "Five Relationships," advocating...
- Apr 11
- 4 min
"Striving for Excellent Dogs: Reflecting on the Vision of Japan's Renowned Writer, Kenji Miyazawa"
Japanese Dogs and Kenji Miyazawa Dogs kept by humans adapt to human life and exhibit behaviors considered favorable by humans. However,...
- Mar 26
- 4 min
Dog Instincts and Human Affection vol 2: The World of Japanese Dogs and Reasons to Own a Dog
As I wrote in my previous blog, dogs are creatures that require a hierarchical relationship. When you buy a dog, you must establish an...
- Feb 23
- 3 min
Dog Instincts and Human Affection vol 1: Why Letting Your Dog Roam Free Could Not Be the Best Idea
The sense of "unrestrained ease" in human life is depicted in the novel "Botchan" by Natsume Soseki. Entering a spacious room at a hot...
- Jan 11
- 2 min
Building Trust Through 'Touching-(vol.2)' Training method #3 for Your New Puppy"
Building Trust Through 'Touching-(vol.2)' Training method #3 for Your New Puppy" In one previous blog post, I explained how to do...
- Dec 19, 2023
- 3 min
Building Trust Through 'Touching-(vol.1)' Training method #3 for Your New Puppy"
Touching If you have successfully completed the two puppy training methods "Hold Still" and "Muzzle Control", the next step is...
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
Building Trust Through 'Muzzle Control' Training method #2 for Your New Puppy"
Dog Training Method #2 "Muzzle control" "Hold still" and "Muzzle control" are important training exercises for dogs. "Hold still" is to...
- Nov 20, 2023
- 1 min
Building Trust with 'Hold Still' Training Method #1 for New Puppies
Dog Training Method #1 "Hold Still" "Hold still" and "Muzzle control" are important training exercises for dogs. "Hold still" is to hold...
- Nov 8, 2023
- 1 min
We received photos from the owner of the puppies that were transported from our kennel to Australia.
Photos have arrived from the owner of the puppies that were transported from our kennel to their new home in Australia. With the owner's...
- Oct 27, 2023
- 1 min
We received photos from the owner of the puppy who shipped for Hong Kong.
We received photos from the owner of the puppy that was transported from our kennel to his new family in Hong Kong. With his owner's...
- Oct 13, 2023
- 1 min
What are "Sashike (差し毛)" and "三段毛 (Sandanmou)"?
Q: What are "Sashike (差し毛)" and "三段毛 (Sandanmou)"? A: Japanese dogs have a dual coat consisting of "Gomo (剛毛)" (hard or straight guard...
- Sep 28, 2023
- 1 min
About the black and white parts of a black-coated Shiba Inu's face
Q. I've been noticing something about black-coated Shiba Inus. In the past, the area from the nose bridge to the rhinarium (tip of the...
- Sep 11, 2023
- 2 min
Shiba Inu’s gait 2
When Japanese dogs walk, they have four ways of walking if they are walking naturally. Walk (常足：Nami-ashi)・Trot (速足：Haya-ashi)・Canter...
- Aug 29, 2023
- 1 min
Shiba Inu’s gait 1
When Japanese dogs walk, they have four ways of walking if they are walking naturally. Walk (常足：Nami-ashi) Trot (速足：Haya-ashi) Canter...
- Aug 14, 2023
- 1 min
● What is the "冴え" (sae) concerning Coat Color of Shiba Inu?
Q: What does "冴え" (sae) mean concerning coat color? It seems to be perceived as a dog with beautiful fur quality. How should we interpret...
- Jul 28, 2023
- 1 min
● Tips for Realizing Good Handling at Dog Shows
Q: At dog shows, it seems that "neck hanging handling," which involves strongly pulling the leash to lift the dog's neck, should not be...
- Jul 10, 2023
- 1 min
The ideal amount and method of exercise for attending dogs in a dog show
● The ideal amount and method of exercise for attending dogs in a dog show Question: To prepare for a dog show, I heard that males need a...
- Jun 16, 2023
- 1 min
Kanto KC All-Breed Dog Show in May 28, 2023
Kanto KC All-Breed Dog Show May 28, 2023 Held at Tamamae Ryokuchi Park, Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture This time, the youngest member of...
- Jun 1, 2023
- 1 min
We received puppy's photos and video from USA
We received photos and videos from the new family of the puppy that went to USA last month. The puppy has grown up to be a very healthy...
- May 15, 2023
- 1 min
Introduction of great dogs (Shiba Inu)
Kurokoroku-go Kurokoroku is a "Kansei-Ken"(finished dog). Kansei-Ken is a title given to dogs that have won the "Nippo Honbu-sho" Award...
- May 4, 2023
- 2 min
The 134th Tokushima Branch and the 86th Shikoku Union Dog Show
We participated in a special dog show. The 134th Tokushima Branch and the 86th Shikoku Union Dog Show, held in the spring of the fifth...
- Apr 27, 2023
- 1 min
Why do dogs bite while playing? How to stop them from doing it?
Dogs often bite their owners' feet or hands while playing. Owners think it is just a play, but why do dogs bite while playing? When...
- Apr 11, 2023
- 1 min
106th exhibition of the Santama branch held Dog Show
On April 2nd, I visited an exhibition in Akiruno City, Tokyo. It was the 106th exhibition of the Santama branch held in the spring of the...
- Apr 5, 2023
- 1 min
How to stop dogs from the habit of growling or biting
Dogs growl and bite to take an advantage over the other or to become a ruler. Dogs want to avoid fighting with others as much as...
- Mar 7, 2023
- 2 min
The Legend of the Kishu Dog
There are some legends about the Kishu Dog. Kobo-Daishi’ s story About 1,000 years ago, there was a famous high Buddhist monk named 弘法大師...
- Feb 7, 2023
- 2 min
Kishu
Kishu The Kishu (紀州犬, Kishū-Ken, Kisyu dog) is a Japanese breed of dog. It is selected as a natural treasure of Japan. Our kennel now...
- Feb 1, 2023
- 1 min
How to stop your dog from barking when a visitor comes and you put him in a dog cage.
If dogs are put in their cage when a visitor comes, some dogs will bark all the time in the cage until the visitor leaves. In this case,...
- Jan 16, 2023
- 2 min
How to stop your dog from barking when a visitor comes to your house
Some dogs bark very excitedly at the guests regardless of indoors and outdoors. Barking is a natural thing for dogs, as dogs have their...
- Dec 20, 2022
- 1 min
How to stop your dog from barking at a phone or door bell
Some dogs run to an entrance and bark when a doorbell rings. If you keep your dog in your house, your dog will have a very strong alert...
- Dec 1, 2022
- 1 min
How to stop dogs from barking during mealtime
Some dogs bark for food during the owner's mealtime. We tend to give food to such dogs because we feel sorry for them, but if we do that,...
- Oct 21, 2022
- 3 min
The important points to be careful when taking a walk with your dog Part 2
■ Before going for a walk, calm your dog first Many dogs jump into the street when going for a walk, but you should calm your dog before...
- Sep 22, 2022
- 2 min
The important points to be careful when taking a walk with your dog Part 1
1. You don't have to take your dog for a walk every day Many people who have dogs think they have to walk them twice a day, morning and...
- Aug 29, 2022
- 2 min
How to deal with dog's behavior problems
■ How to deal with dog's behavior problems Living with dogs in a house can cause a lot of problems, but don't scold them. By scolding...
- Aug 16, 2022
- 2 min
5 important things in how to take leadership against a dog
■ 5 important things in how to take leadership against a dog The most important thing to take leadership against a dog is that all family...
- May 12, 2022
- 3 min
Touching vol.2
- Purpose and efficacy of touching A puppy crawls right after it is born. He can't stand, so he can't urinate on his own. The mother dog...
- Apr 20, 2022
- 2 min
Touching
"Touching" is the process of letting a dog lie down calmly and touching his body freely. It is one of the most important things to build...
- Mar 16, 2022
- 1 min
We exported a Shiba Inu puppy to Singapore.
We exported a Shiba Inu puppy to Singapore. She is a cute little red-haired girl. From the pictures we received, we could see that she is...
- Mar 8, 2022
- 1 min
We exported a Shiba Inu puppy to USA!
We are pleased to present the following photos of a girl who is living a new life in California, USA. She is a girl with cute eyes. As...
- Mar 4, 2022
- 2 min
How to do "Leader walk" vol2
・ When you and your dog get used to "One-step stop", then start walking freely If you and your dog get used to "One-step stop", try...
- Jan 28, 2022
- 1 min
We got some pictures from Canada!
We have received recent photos from the owner of the dog we sent to Canada before. We are very happy to see how big and beautiful they...
- Jan 6, 2022
- 2 min
How to do "Leader walk"
・ Your position and posture in "Leader walk" When taking a walk, your dog basically walks on the left side of you. In training, dogs walk...
- Dec 9, 2021
- 1 min
The True Goodness of the Shiba Inu 2
Initial agility, which I wrote about in the previous article, is mainly based on the sense of smell, hearing, and sight. And the sense of...
- Nov 19, 2021
- 1 min
The True Goodness of the Shiba Inu 1
The ideal form of the Shiba Inu is shown in the Japanese Dog Standard. Except for body size, most of the common standards for...
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