As the world marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Hachiko, public fondness for the beloved Akita Inu dog hasn't wavered, particularly among elderly Tokyoites such as Maki Kuroi. Kuroi, 96 ...

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Veterinarians named him Hachiko after a famous dog from the iconic Hachi: A Dog’s Tale movie. Hachiko is receiving treatment at a clinic in Dagestan’s capital Makhachkala. After his recovery ...

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Learn More Working dog breeds are among the most intelligent ... This noble breed has a rich history of loyalty and strength, with the most famous Akita, Hachiko, symbolizing unwavering devotion.

Fun Fact: The Akita is so famous for its loyalty that in Japan, there’s a statue of one at Shibuya Station in Tokyo, dedicated to Hachiko, the dog who waited for his owner for over nine years!

I remember Hachiko, a Japanese dog who waited for nine years in a train station, exposed to the elements, for the return of the man who took him in as a puppy. This is true fidelity. Looking at cats, ...

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A dog in Wisconsin had a "ruff day" this week after his head got stuck in a plastic Milk-Bone container for over an hour, police said. The pup, named "Lil Murphy," was attempting to get the last ...