Satsuma Inu

		Satsuma Inu
		He is not recognized by the F.C.I.


Origin			Japan
Translation			Francis Vandersteen
En français, cette race se dit			Satsuma Inu
Diese Norm ist in deutscher Sprache sichtbar			Satsuma Inu
En español, esta raza se dice			Satsuma Inu
In het Nederlands, wordt dit ras gezegd			Satsuma Inu
This breed is also known as			Satsuma Ken

The Satsuma Inu is a rare, large, and powerful Japanese dog breed. It is an ancestor, now extinct or descended from crossbreeds, of modern fighting dogs like the Tosa Inu. Bred for hunting and fighting in the Satsuma region, it was a courageous, loyal dog renowned for its strength. It was often crossed with larger breeds like the Mastiff. Today, it has largely been assimilated into other breeds or is extinct, although some enthusiasts seek its characteristics in modern dogs like the Shikoku or the Tosa. The Satsuma Inu is a rare breed originating from the Kagoshima region of Japan. Medium-sized and short-haired, it was originally used for hunting. Intelligent, loyal, and protective, it makes an excellent companion for active families. "Satsuma Inu" translates to Satsuma-ken or Satsuma-inu in Japanese, and refers to the Satsuma dog, an ancient and rare Japanese breed originating from the Satsuma region (Kagoshima), known for its loyalty and distinctive appearance, although it is often confused with the Tosa Inu (fighting dog) or even the Shiba Inu in general English discussions.