also: からふといぬ
noun
Sakhalin husky
A Japanese dog breed originally from Sakhalin (Karafuto). Known for its use in sledding and the famous story of Taro and Jiro in Antarctica.
樺太犬は寒さに強い犬種です。
The Sakhalin husky is a breed resistant to cold.
タロとジロは有名な樺太犬です。
Taro and Jiro are famous Sakhalin huskies.
Compound of 樺太 (Karafuto, 'Sakhalin') and 犬 (dog). The breed originated in Sakhalin and was brought to Japan.