Kai Ken Challenge

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The Kai Ken is often considered as having the purest bloodlines of any of the 6 Nihon-ken.
- True
- False
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Many experts believe that this is the purest and most ancient of all dog breeds in Japan. Tora Inu is the descendant of ancient Japanese dogs that were brought to Kai by the JÅmon or Yayoi peoples around 12.000 BC. Due to their isolated habitat, their genetic make-up has stayed relatively pure. <a href="https://shinkaikensha.com/kai-ken/history/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Read More Here</em></a> </div>
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The Kai Ken was originally bred as a herding dog.
- True
- False
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The Kai Ken was bred for hunting. Primarily, Kai Kens were famous for hunting Japanese ungulates, but their toughness can be seen in how they were sometimes expected to take on boars and bears. </div>
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Which of the following coat colors does not meet Kai Ken breed standard?
- solid white
- black-brindle
- brindle
- red brindle
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> There are three FCI standard coat colors in Kai Ken: 1. aka-tora (red brindle) – èµ¤è™Žæ¯›, 2. chu-tora (medium brindle) – ä¸è™Žæ¯›, 3. kuro-tora (black brindle) – é»’è™Žæ¯› </div>
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There are two different lines of the Kai Ken. Which of the following is the taller, fox-like dog known for its deer hunting abilities?
- DAIRO – shika-inu-gata type
- KAIKURO- “shishi-uni-gata” type
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> <p>Historically, there were two different lines of the Kai Ken. The stocky, muscular Shishi-Inu-Gata with a bear-like face, and the taller, fox-like Shika-Inu-Gata know for its deer hunting abilities.</p> </div>
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The Kai Ken is called many different names. Which of the following is NOT a name that has been used for the breed.
- Tosa Inu
- Kosh Tora
- Tora Inu
- Kai Inu
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The Kai Ken, is also known as the Tora Inu, Kai, kai-inu, tora, kai tora ken, kosh-tora or Tiger Dog. The Tosa Inu is a large Japanese breed of dog with a history in dog fighting. </div>
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Which of the following medium sized Nihon Ken is the smallest?
- Shikoku Inu
- Kai Ken
- Kishu Ken
- Hokkaido
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> 1. Kai Ken-40 pounds 2. Shikoku-55 pounds 3. Kishu Ken-60 pounds 4. Hokkaido-66 pounds </div>
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What is the average running speed of Kai Ken in the AKC Fast Cat (100 yard race)?
- 25 mph
- 19 mph
- 22 mph
- 27 mph
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The average running speed by Kai Ken is about 25 mph. The fastest recorded speed by a Kai was by a dog named <em>Hayaikaze's No. 1 Hero Bakusatsu </em>at 27.59 mph! </div>
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Allergies are one of the most common health issues in Kai Ken.
- True
- False
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Allergies is one of the most common health issues in Kai Ken. Most allergy concerns in Kai Ken are food related and quite easy to get under control. Protein sensitivity towards chicken and turkey seems to be more common than grain allergies. Common signs of allergies are: itchy, red, or flakey skin, excessive scratching or biting their paws, legs, and tail, hot spots, and fur loss. - <a href="https://shinkaikensha.com/kai-ken/health/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Read More</em></a> </div>
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There are 3 tail types in Kai Ken. Which of the following in NOT a Kai Ken tail type?
- uchi-o
- maki-o
- sashi-o
- tachi-o
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The 3 tail types in Kai Ken are: 1. maki-o (curled tail) – å·»ãå°¾ 2. sashi-o (sickle or pointed tail) – å·®ã—å°¾, and 3. tachi-o (sword tail) – å¤ªåˆ€å°¾ </div>
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Most Kai Ken will develop dark spots on their tongue.
- True
- False
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The Kai Ken got it’s name from the a Japanese farmer who developed the breed.
- True
- Fasle
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Kai refers to Kai province, which was a rather mountainous place that is situated in what is now Yamanashi Prefecture. </div>
Question of
Kai Ken are known as poor swimmers.
- True
- Fasle
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Kai Ken are generally known as excellent swimmers and would often swim after their prey. </div>

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Kai Ken Challenge

The Kai Ken is often considered as having the purest bloodlines of any of the 6 Nihon-ken.

The Kai Ken was originally bred as a herding dog.

Which of the following coat colors does not meet Kai Ken breed standard?

There are two different lines of the Kai Ken. Which of the following is the taller, fox-like dog known for its deer hunting abilities?

The Kai Ken is called many different names. Which of the following is NOT a name that has been used for the breed.

Which of the following medium sized Nihon Ken is the smallest?

What is the average running speed of Kai Ken in the AKC Fast Cat (100 yard race)?

Allergies are one of the most common health issues in Kai Ken.

There are 3 tail types in Kai Ken. Which of the following in NOT a Kai Ken tail type?

Most Kai Ken will develop dark spots on their tongue.

The Kai Ken got it’s name from the a Japanese farmer who developed the breed.

Kai Ken are known as poor swimmers.

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