Data provided by the AKC shows that the Shiba Inu is the number-one companion dog in Japan and that it is a popular dog in the USA, rising from 50th to 44th place between and Photo from lilyam. In terms of their character, they are considered bold, confident, strong-willed, affectionate, and alert. This is a dog that takes some work, so be prepared for a battle of wits! They are extremely loyal, but that stubborn streak can be a trial at times. This can be reduced, but not eliminated, by early training.
We should also mention the high prey drive that will send them scampering after squirrels, cats, and other small animals — even other pets in the home. Because of this, it is recommended that they be kept on the leash while out walking, especially in residential or urban areas. They are usually wary of strangers and may show aggression towards them and other dogs. They are always alert and make good watchdogs, barking at the slightest hint of what they regard as an intruder.
Socialization from an early age is always a good idea for any dog, but it is especially important for the Shiba. Dogs are sociable animals that crave company and love to be around humans. Opinions differ on how long they should be left alone, ranging from between four and ten hours! Many experts agree that this should fall somewhere in the middle, ideally at the lower end.
Due to its independent streak, the Shiba Inu is able to handle being left alone for up to eight hours, but only after it has been prepared through training, which should be a gradual process. One way to ensure that they are happy is to let them use up some of their energy beforehand and give them something to keep them occupied, such as a bunch of chew toys.
Ideally, you should allow them a place to relieve themselves if they need to. The patella kneecap usually sits within a groove and moves up and down as the joint is flexed. When dogs suffer from this condition, the patella shifts out of place, causing the dog a lot of pain. Although not life-threatening, it can require surgery which is always a risk.
Feeding an appropriate amount and ensuring your Shiba Inu receives plenty of exercise is also important, as an obese dog may have a shorter lifespan.
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Periodontal disease is commonly seen as well, so establish a preventive dental care program from puppyhood on. Not all of these conditions are detectable in a growing puppy, and it can be hard to predict whether an animal will be free of these maladies, which is why you must find a reputable breeder who is committed to breeding the healthiest animals possible.
They should be able to produce independent certification that the parents of the dog and grandparents, etc.
Breeders must agree to have all test results, positive or negative, published in the CHIC database. If the breeder tells you she doesn't need to do those tests because she's never had problems in her lines, her dogs have been "vet checked," or any of the other excuses bad breeders have for skimping on the genetic testing of their dogs, walk away immediately. Careful breeders screen their breeding dogs for genetic disease and breed only the healthiest and best-looking specimens, but sometimes Mother Nature has other ideas and a puppy develops one of these diseases despite good breeding practices.
Advances in veterinary medicine mean that in most cases the dogs can still live a good life. Keeping a Shiba at an appropriate weight is one of the easiest ways to extend his life. Make the most of your preventive abilities to help ensure a healthier dog for life.
The Shiba has a double coat. The undercoat is soft and thick, the outer coat stiff and straight. The coat never needs trimming and is easy to care for, but be prepared for shedding. Brush the coat weekly with a slicker brush to remove dead hair and distribute skin oils.
Twice a year, in spring and fall, the coat sheds heavily for two to three weeks. During this time, you can expect to have piles of fur everywhere and a Shiba with a moth-eaten appearance. A warm bath followed by more brushing and thorough blow drying until the dog is completely dry will help to loosen the hair and speed up the shed.
The rest is basic care. Trim the nails as needed, usually every week or two. Brush the teeth frequently with a vet-approved pet toothpaste for good overall health and fresh breath. Check the ears weekly for dirt, redness or a bad odor that can indicate an infection.
If the ears look dirty, wipe them out with a cotton ball dampened with a gentle, pH-balanced ear cleaner recommended by your veterinarian.
Introduce your Shiba to grooming early so that he learns to accept it gracefully. This is especially important with nail trimming, which the Shiba abhors. Whether you want to go with a breeder or get your dog from a shelter or rescue, here are some things to keep in mind.
Finding a good breeder is a great way to find the right puppy. A good breeder will match you with the right puppy, and will without question have done all the health certifications necessary to screen out health problems as much as possible.
He or she is more interested in placing pups in the right homes than making big bucks. A good breeder can tell you about the history of the breed, explain why one puppy is considered pet quality while another is not, and discuss what health problems affect the breed and the steps she takes take to avoid those problems.
Look for more information about the Shiba and start your search for a good breeder at the website of the National Shiba Club of America. Avoid breeders who only seem interested in how quickly they can unload a puppy on you and whether your credit card will go through. Put at least as much effort into researching your puppy as you would into choosing a new car or expensive appliance. It will save you money in the long run. Red flags include puppies always being available, multiple litters on the premises, having your choice of any puppy, and the ability to pay online with a credit card.
Those things are convenient, but they are almost never associated with reputable breeders. Disreputable breeders and facilities that deal with puppy mills can be hard to distinguish from reliable operations.
The puppy you buy should have been raised in a clean home environment, from parents with health clearances and conformation show and, ideally, working titles to prove that they are good specimens of the breed. Puppies should be temperament tested, vetted, dewormed, and socialized to give them a healthy, confident start in life.
Before you decide to buy a puppy, consider whether an adult Shiba might better suit your needs and lifestyle. Puppies are loads of fun, but they require a lot of time and effort before they grow up to become the dog of your dreams. An adult may already have some training and will probably be less active, destructive and demanding than a puppy. If you are interested in acquiring an older dog through breeders, ask them about purchasing a retired show dog or if they know of an adult dog who needs a new home.
If you want to adopt a dog, read the advice below on how to do that. There are many great options available if you want to adopt a dog from an animal shelter or breed rescue organization. Here is how to get started. Sites like Petfinder. The site allows you to be very specific in your requests housetraining status, for example or very general all the Shibas available on Petfinder across the country.
Social media is another great way to find a dog. Obesity is certainly a plague in many first world countries.
While it definitely affects humans, it also affects dogs as well. Dogs that suffer from obesity are just as likely to develop the weight-related illnesses as humans are. These include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and a general inability to move well or exercise. When a dog has become overweight it is incredibly difficult to get a dog to lose the weight. They cannot follow the same kinds of diet plans that humans do. If you have been feeding your dog table scraps, it is the time to stop.
Prevention of obesity is definitely the preferred option. Keep your dog well-exercised and fed with the healthiest foods possible in order to prevent obesity from developing. A common question that we have seen is whether purebred dogs live longer than mixed dogs.
There is not a simple or fast answer to this question, because the truthful answer is that it depends. Many purebred dogs have a shorter genetic path, which will enhance the risk of a dog developing these genetic conditions, further spreading and amplifying them. Meanwhile, dogs that have a mixed breed will have attributes form all of the dogs that came before them, making the breed less concentrated on whichever malady might appear.
On average, a mixed Shiba Inu might live a little bit longer than a purebred one does, but even that amount is skewed by the background of the dog. What has a Shiba Inu been bred with? The smaller breeds have longer lifespans and are less likely to develop health issues, so if a Shiba Inu has been bred with a small dog, you can look forward to an excellent and longer life.
Puppyhood really can go on for years, but in terms of growth, a Shiba Inu is really a puppy in size until about 6 months old. You can adopt one as young as 8 weeks old, when a puppy has been weaned from his mother and is ready to take on adult dog food. A Shiba Inu is a teenager in between 6 and 12 months of age. This is the time when you Shiba Inu might be house broken, but is more likely to get up to mischief and more likely to be destructive.
You need to keep your dog safe in order to prevent him from eating things he should not. Shiba Inus are considered adults when they are 12 months old, when we are looking at the final size and weight of the dog. If you have a larger Shiba Inu, he might take up to 18 months to finish growing and he will continue to act like a puppy for a couple of years.
Your Shiba Inu is considered a senior after the age of This is when you need to continue to keep your dog active and feeling like a puppy, while still acknowledging that he is slowing down and might need more rest time than he did before.
It is pretty typical to have your dog spayed or neutered after you adopt him, of, if you get your dog from a shelter, he will already have been sterilized.
When it comes to the question as to whether sterilizing your dog can affect your lifespan, the truth is that it definitely does. To begin with, having your dog spayed or neutered does prevent the development of certain types of cancer.
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