Welcome to the site from kishu kennel of Mogéki
 

My name is Monique van Gestel and i live with my boyfriend Jorgo in al small town called Maren-Kessel.
We live in Holland (the Netherlands) in Europe.

We are the only kishu kennel in Europe and we are very proud of it.

We have 5 kishu's called Aika, Kino, Kazu, Shingo and Kyush.                                                                                                                       We also had an akita who is past away her name is Chesty, she was almost 15 years old.                                                                                 And a labrador Shyra and a westhighlandwhite terrier Jigger, and an black and tan shiba inu, called Chagoi, would you like to see her, klick here.

We also have 6 ragdoll cats, chinchilla's, goats, ginea pigs, chickens ect, if you like to see them, please click.

I hope you enjoy my website, and if you have any questions, be free to ask them anytime.
If you like, you can sign my guestbook

 

This breed originated from medium-sized dogs that existed in Japan in ancient times. It became established as a breed in the mountainous districts in Kishu (Wakayama and Mie Prefecture). Initially, these dog's coats were often marked with conspicuous colours such as red, sesame or brindle. From 1934, however, only solid colours were accepted for this breed; conspicuously marked coats had disappeared by 1945, never to reappear. Currently, white coats may be found in this breed.
These dogs are used for hunting, now mainly wild boar, but at one time also deer. The breed took on the name of the region where it was bred. It was designated as a "natural monument" in 1934.


Medium sized dog, well balanced with muscles developed. The dog has pricked ears and curled or sickle tail, with nobility and dignity in a naive feeling. The conformation is strong, well boned and compact, with noteworthy endurance. The ratio of height at withers to length of body is 10:11. The temperament is faithful, docile and very alert. Height 17-22 inches.

Forehead broad, cheeks relatively well developed, and stop rather abrupt with slight furrow. Nasal bridge straight, with black nose. (With white coat, flesh color permitted). Muzzle slightly thick, wedge shaped, tapering, with lips tight. Teeth strong with scissors bite. (EYES) Relatively small, slightly triangular, set well apart and dark brown in color. (EARS) Small, triangular, slightly inclining forward and firmly pricked

Withers high, back straight and short; loins broad and muscular; chest deep, ribs moderately sprung, and belly well drawn up.

Set on high, thick, and carried vigorously curled or curved as a sickle over back, with tip nearly reaching hocks when let down

Shoulders moderately sloping with well developed muscles. Shoulder joints moderately angled and forearms straight, with elbows set close to the body, pasterns slightly inclining. Upper thighs long, muscular; lower thighs short, muscular. Hocks must be tough and strong. (FEET) Toes well arched and slightly closed, with pads thick and elastic. Nails hard with darker color desirable.



ORIGIN: Japan
    
HEIGHT: 17-22 in.

GROUP: Northern, FCI classification: Group 5 Spitz and primitive type

WEIGHT: 40-60 ponds.

COAT: Short, straight and coarse, soft; with thick undercoat; fringe on cheeks and tail

COLOR: Generally white; may also be red, brindle, or sesame

STANDARD: Head: Wedge shaped, pronounced cheeks. Eyes: Dark, deep set, and slanted upward. Ears: Small, erect, triangular, leaning forward slightly. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length, and slightly arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep and broad, with well sprung ribs. Body: Sturdy and compact, muscular and powerful. Legs: Forelegs straight. Hind legs well muscled. Feet: Small, round, and cat-like. Tail: Curled and feathered. Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers