Is the Shiba Inu The Right Dog Breed For You?
The Shiba Inu is a fun-loving, independent dog. He loves investigating the outdoors but won’t feel compelled to stay on familiar ground so a fenced yard is essential. And, although he does relish his time outside, the Shiba Inu is sensitive to excessive heat and will need and indoor bed and time inside. The Shiba Inu needs regular grooming but with particular urgency during the times he blows his coat. Otherwise, this dog pretty much self-manages his hygiene. Homes with small children are not especially suited for Shiba Inus. Shibas are territorial dogs and can nip at children who annoy or provoke them, innocently or not. A better choice for owner would be a home with active adults with enough space for the Shiba Inu to play. As with purchasing any dog, resist the urge to purchase a Shiba Inu inexpensively from a pet store or from an advertisement in a newspaper. You may unwittingly buy a mal-adjusted, sick, puppy mill dog. This is to be avoided at all costs.
