Definition:Spaghetti Dogs
Spaghetti dogs were manufactured in bulk as souvenirs after WW2. They were originally made in Italy from majolica pottery.
The “spaghetti” name caught on because their look and texture is like spaghetti – like the appearance of fur on a dog. Plus, spaghetti captured the essence of Italy.
Other types of Spaghetti Dogs (mainly poodles) were made in Japan following the war. These are far more numerous and very popular with collectors. They were made by two companies, Lefton and Napco, for American soldiers stationed in Japan to send or take home to their families.