Description
Represents “dog” and, by extension, animals in general. It may appear on the right side in its full form or as a standalone character. Often linked with kanji related to animals, traits, or behaviors.
Kanji Using This Radical
Note: When used on the left side, this radical usually takes the form けものへん (犭), which is much more common. 犬 (right side) and 犭 (left side) look related but mark different positions in kanji.