Love for exotic animals - a dangerous trend, which is becoming rampant in many parts of the world. Interest among wealthy and rich people to the classical species of animals, that no one should be surprised, already long gone. People want to see next to him rare, expensive and unusual rocks, often forgetting that exclusive pets need special attention and diet.
One such species is a rare Japanese Hokkaido which is on the verge of extinction, and the acquisition of a full-blooded animal will have to go directly to the land of the rising sun.
History
Hokkaido - Spitz-like Japanese hunting breed, which is listed in the registry and a protective kennel is one of the most expensive.
In the literature you can find other titles of this breed - the Ainu and the Ainu-ken. The roots of the dogs goes back hundreds of years.
Some sources claim that Animal tracks were discovered during the BC on the Japanese island of Hokkaido, When the dogs have helped early humans to hunt large animals. A distinctive feature of the unique origin of the animal - complete absence of special selection of works to improve the breed.
Fearless, hardy, courageous and loyal dogs hunters accustomed to working in difficult conditions, forest and mountain terrain. It is due to the harsh climatic conditions of the animal and has acquired a huge number of positive characteristics.
Ainu has become the constant companion of the ancient Japanese, who could entrust their safety and animal life. The dogs have been able to protect its master even the most enraged wild animals, which could be several times the size of the pet.
During the period of hostilities military dog successfully used in many security and search operations. For their invaluable services to his country the animal was called a symbol of Japan. In connection with the ban on the breed out of the country, it did not become widely popular, and its population became significantly decrease. The official recognition of the breed was only in 1980, and the risk of its complete disappearance remains high to this day.
Description
Hokkaido - a small dog that is strong and muscular physique, as well as a powerful and proportionate to the bone structure. Maximum increase adult is 52 cm and weight 35 kg.
The average length of life of the dog is 15 years, but in the comfort of living and a balanced diet will be able to delight pet and a much longer period.
Animal housing slightly elongated with broad and straight back, as well as a pronounced rib cage. FIELD belly fat plane without sagging folds. High set tail is a powerful form of fluffy rings. Straight limbs have strong muscles and spaced pads. Ungual plate is always painted in black or dark brown.
Located on the wide flat skull of the forehead area and direct muzzle, which resembles in shape a wedge. The tip of the nose is always painted in black color. The jaw has a correct bite, sharp teeth and strong muscular system. Triangular eyeballs widely planted and painted brown. Small ears are triangular in shape and are located almost at the top. In a quiet environment ears tilted forward slightly.
dog's coat consists of two layers:
- The guard tight and straight fiber;
- dense and soft undercoat.
The longest and thick coat is located in the rear area.
The color scheme of the Ainu represented a fairly broad palette of tint, which consists of the following colors:
- ginger;
- pale yellow;
- Red;
- White;
- white and cream;
- white-yellow;
- Gray;
- black;
- leopard;
- black and white.
Character
Beautiful and graceful animal has a very contradictory character, which fully reflected the fascinating, dangerous and unpredictable nature of the Japanese. In a period of rest and to communicate with the owner of the dog is playful, affectionate and caring, but worth only zavidet danger, the animal instantly become aggressive, fearless and deadly, which is ready to give his life for his master and his family.
A well-developed intuition, high intellectual capacity and an internal compass allow the animal to accurately locate the road even in extreme climatic conditions in unfamiliar terrain.
Professional dog breeders recommend that before buying this breed objectively evaluate their ability to curb the ferocious and calm the animal, which will be subject only to the imperious master with a powerful energy.
To pet owners pleased not only beautiful appearance, but also a sweet temper, the process of education must begin with the first days of the life of a puppy in the house. Outwardly very strong animal very vulnerable inside. If the owner of the training allowed himself to cry, rude and discourteous behavior, the pet can not only offended, but can also run away from home.
Despite their communication skills in the family and boundless love for children, from which the dog can tolerate not always pleasant behavior, bad Ainu finds a common language with other inhabitants of the house, and sometimes may even be jealous of his master.
Due to the high intellectual abilities, the animal is very dirty, no extra words feel the mood of the owner and instantly switches to the same emotional attitude. The devotion and love for the owner of the pet comes at an early age and remains with him until the last days of his life.
Professional dog breeders recommend using the unique properties of the animal in the following areas of the modern person's lifestyle:
- hunting;
- protection of the territory;
- Search work;
- detention of criminals;
- Sports riding competitions;
- Support of travelers in difficult terrain.
Conditions for content
Aina refers to unpretentious species that need at the same time in minimal care and maximum attention. From the first days of the pet stay in the house, he needs to be intelligible to explain who is in the house of the owner, as well as show his place to sleep and eat. If the dog feels indecisiveness and excessive gentleness of the owner, after a short period of time it will almost impossible to manage and dictate the rules of conduct.
The recreation area should be equipped with a warm and cozy bedding, which is better to arrange in a remote corner away from drafts and extraneous noise. For meals, you need to purchase special sustainable bowls that the pet can not flip. From the first days of life, the dog should understand that There can only be from her dishes, and for the stolen food from the master's table immediately follows the punishment.
An animal is bad to transfers closed spaces and life in close apartments. The most comfortable conditions for pets - habitat in the private house in a special Volumber of a large area. But even in such conditions, a strong and active animal needs daily walks without a leash, as well as in periodic visits to competitions and hunting events.
Novice dog breeders need to be borne in mind that Hokkaido badly tolerates high temperatures and needs protective structures from the ray of the scorching sun, But on the frost, the dog reacts positively, the main thing is not to keep it in small enclosures without active movement. In the summer, animals love to visit reservoirs, the cool water of which will help reduce body temperature.
Failure to comply with the conditions of detention and rules of care can provoke the development of the following pathologies:
- impairment of the musculoskeletal system;
- bone and joint disease;
- disease of the organs of vision;
- diseases of the oral cavity and teeth;
- violation of reproductive functions;
- Allergic itching and rash.
Reduce the incidence of animals can timely vaccination, as well as regular treatments from skin parasites and worms.
These events will help to avoid the following diseases:
- rabies;
- Chumka;
- Parvovirus;
- hepatitis.
What to feed?
Before bringing a faithful friend and security guard to the house, experienced dog breeders recommend paying special attention to its diet, which is radically different from the men's menu. Since the borders of Japan are washed by the seas, and the traditional food of people are seafood and rice, this fact could not not affect the gastronomic preferences of this breed. The main components of the oteine are the following ingredients:
- a fish;
- rice;
- seaweed;
- seafood.
Special attention should be paid to the constant access of the PSA to clean and fresh water, especially in the period of elevated temperatures. The use of special vitamin supplements will have a positive effect on pet health.
It is strictly forbidden to independently rebuild the diet of the animal and feed it with meat, vegetables, porridge, confectionery, ready-made feeds, as well as greasy, pickled and salty food. These products can provoke food poisoning, allergic reactions, and sometimes even petty pets.
In the absence of the ability to feed the PSA, specialists are recommended to refuse to acquire this breed. Especially since such a diet can afford not all people who have medium financial wealth.
How to care?
Care for an inertial pet will not cause difficulties even in inexperienced owners who should make each other to make their favorite with special ridges and brushes, as well as to carry out water procedures.
To prevent inflammatory processes, veterinarians recommend constantly inspect the eyes, ear shells and nasal passages, and if necessary, clean them from mucus and dirt with cotton wands or cosmetic disks . As well as the pet needs In the timely adjustment of cogster plates.
In order for the hygienic procedures to be caused by aggression and negative, experts recommend to teach a pet to them from an early age.
You should not scold an animal for refusing to swim or combed, you just need to find the cause of inconvenience, after which it is necessary to drastically change the tactics of the procedure. Often, to solve the problem, it is quite convincingly to talk to a smart dog that will definitely understand its master and will go to meet him.
Dogs - smart, devotees, affectionate and caring animals that accompany us throughout life . The desire to buy a fluffy friend appears in every person in early childhood. But only an adult is able to realize the whole share of responsibility, which falls on it during the purchase period of a cute beast.
Despite the toy appearance and loyal eyes, all dogs always have the features of a hunter and a wild beast, to cope with which only a strong and volitional owner will be able to cope with.
No less difficulty can cause an animal's diet, a special one who was brought from other countries, and in its menu usually prevailing products, unusual other territories. Only after a comprehensive study of all components of the comfortable life of the PSA and an objective assessment of their forces, it is possible to make a decision to buy a domestic pet.
In the next video you can watch Hokkaido puppies on a walk.