US Nintendogs Revealed

Nintendo will release the US version of Nintendogs this August. Like the Japanese editions, the North American release of Nintendogs will ship in three different packages, each with its own beginner set of six canine breeds. There will be a total of 18 breeds of dogs, compared to the original Japanese version’s 15.

Nintendogs: Labrador Retriever will contain the miniature schnauzer, toy poodle, Pembroke Welsh corgi, miniature pinscher and shiba inu. Nintendogs: Chihuahua will contain the German shepherd, boxer, cavalier King Charles spaniel, Yorkshire terrier and Shetland sheepdog. Nintendogs: Miniature Dachshund will have the golden retriever, beagle, pug, Siberian husky and Shih Tzu. The Boxer, Husky and Golden Retriever puppies are exclusive to the US version.

Nintendogs enables Nintendo DS owners to raise and train virtual puppies using the touch screen and microphone of the DS hardware. Players will then be able to place their dogs in special competitions, and trade dog data and treats between owners on other Nintendo DS systems via wireless connectivity.

Source: IGN