Helpful Links
Hokkaido Association of North America -- the national breed club for the Hokkaido Ken in the United States, and a great source of information on the Hokkaido breed.
HANA Blog -- Lindsay Tompkins' blog documenting the history of the Hokkaido efforts in the United States.
Nihon Ken Blog -- Shigiru Kato's blog. An excellent source of Nihon Ken information!
Japan Dog Export -- Shigiru Kato's website specifically geared towards the Nihon Ken export process.
Ainu-Ken Museum -- a Japanese website dedicated to the Hokkaido breed. A great source of information on the breed's history, temperament, characteristics, preservation, and more.
Hokkaido-Pedigree -- the worldwide database of Hokkaido Ken pedigrees.
PuppyCulture -- all our puppies are raised with this program. We highly recommend puppy buyers continue the 12 week program after they take their new puppy home at 8 weeks
International Canine Kennel Club -- a registry devoted to rare breeds. Shows are fairly laid back, and are a great learning experience for both dog and handler.
United Kennel Club -- another great registry you can show your Hokkaido in. Like ICKC, it is a very friendly show environment.
HANA Blog -- Lindsay Tompkins' blog documenting the history of the Hokkaido efforts in the United States.
Nihon Ken Blog -- Shigiru Kato's blog. An excellent source of Nihon Ken information!
Japan Dog Export -- Shigiru Kato's website specifically geared towards the Nihon Ken export process.
Ainu-Ken Museum -- a Japanese website dedicated to the Hokkaido breed. A great source of information on the breed's history, temperament, characteristics, preservation, and more.
Hokkaido-Pedigree -- the worldwide database of Hokkaido Ken pedigrees.
PuppyCulture -- all our puppies are raised with this program. We highly recommend puppy buyers continue the 12 week program after they take their new puppy home at 8 weeks
International Canine Kennel Club -- a registry devoted to rare breeds. Shows are fairly laid back, and are a great learning experience for both dog and handler.
United Kennel Club -- another great registry you can show your Hokkaido in. Like ICKC, it is a very friendly show environment.
Other USA & European Hokkaido Kennels
Mijikai Kensha -- Located in Michigan, USA
Hokusei Kashinoki -- Located in Washington, USA Kaiju Kennels -- Located in California, USA Toboetsuki Kennel -- Located in the UK Itadaki Kennel -- Located in Hungary Amico di Boemia Kennel -- Located in Czech Republic Kyuden Kitsune Kennel -- Located in France |