４匹の子犬誕生　かつてはアイヌ民族の狩猟犬　天然記念物「北海道犬」を５０年にわたり守り続ける思い

Summary

In Sapporo, Japan, a litter of four puppies was born last month at the Umehara residence, with one male and three females among them. The puppies, two with brown fur and two white, are part of Hokkaido's rich canine heritage. The 14-month-old mother, Tomohime, and the 8-year-old father contribute to the lineage that Mr. Umehara has preserved for 50 years, focusing on maintaining the pure breed of Hokkaido dogs, known for their hunting abilities. Once numbering in the thousands annually in the 1970s, the breeding numbers for Hokkaido dogs have dramatically decreased, with only 157 recorded last year. Mr. Umehara's dedication to the breed has led to national recognition in contests, and he continues to find suitable homes for the puppies, emphasizing the importance of preserving this natural monument and cultural heritage.

Takeaways

• 😀 5 puppies were recently born at a home in Sapporo
• 😮 The puppies include 1 male and 4 females
• 🐶 The father dog is an 8 year old Hokkaido dog named Aki
• 👵 The owner, Ms. Umemoto, has raised Hokkaido dogs for 50 years
• 🐕 The Hokkaido dog is known for its hunting abilities and was used by the Ainu people
• 😢 The Hokkaido breed is endangered with only 157 born last year
• 🏆 Ms. Umemoto's dogs have won national competitions in the past
• 😊 She carefully chooses who the puppies go to for adoption
• 🐾 The puppies met their father for the first time today
• ❤️ With care and love, the Hokkaido breed lives on

Q & A

How many puppies were born at Mr. Umemoto's residence in Sapporo City, Hokkaido?

Four puppies were born.

What are the genders of the newly born puppies?

There is one male and the rest are female.

What are the colors of the puppies' fur?

Two puppies have brown fur and two have white fur.

How old is the mother of the puppies and what is the father's age?

The mother is 14 months old and the father is 8 years old.

What is Mr. Umemoto's philosophy regarding breeding dogs?

Mr. Umemoto believes in preserving the original species of animals and plants, emphasizing the importance of not letting them disappear from the world.

What is the significance of the Hokkaido dog according to the preservation society based in Sapporo?

The Hokkaido dog is valued for its exceptional hunting capabilities and has historically been a partner in hunting with the Ainu people.

Who is considered the first generation of the Chitose line of Hokkaido dogs, and when was he born?

A male dog named Akira, born in Showa 2 (1927), is considered the first generation of the Chitose line.

How has the number of Hokkaido dogs bred annually changed from the 1970s to last year?

In the 1970s, the annual breeding number was about 7,000 puppies, but last year it dropped to just 157.

What achievement has a dog bred by Mr. Umemoto accomplished?

A dog bred by Mr. Umemoto has once won first place in a national contest.

How does Mr. Umemoto decide to whom he will pass on the Hokkaido dogs?

Mr. Umemoto passes on Hokkaido dogs to those who he believes will cherish and preserve them, looking for people with a youthful and enthusiastic spirit to continue their legacy.