| It is difficult now to know the primitive shape and color of the askal, but it is likely it was prick-eared, a feature common to wild dogs, wolves and foxes. |
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Although the name askal means "street dog", nobody in the Philippines would call a Labrador Retriever or a Bulldog an askal even if it is allowed by its owner to roam freely.
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| This askal appears to be a mongrel. It is bulky and the mouth is squarish. |
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| A dog considered by many as a typical askal usually has a fine-haired tail. If the tail is bushy, it is likely to be a mongrel, sometimes the product of interbreeding with a Japanese Spitz. . |
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Sample variations of the askal dog.
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