It's safe to say that as a powerful emperor, he likely had a significant number of dogs for various purposes:
* Hunting: Mongols were known for their equestrian skills and hunting, so dogs were likely important for this activity.
* Guard dogs: A large palace and territory would need protection, and dogs would have been used for this purpose.
* Companionship: Khan may have had dogs as pets as well.
While we may not know the exact number, it's likely Kublai Khan had a large number of dogs, reflecting his status and the importance of dogs in Mongolian culture.