Shiba Inu
Alert, confident, intelligent, independent, loyal, courageous
Origin
Japan
Weight
Male: 8-11; Female: 7-9
Height
Male: 37-42; Female: 34-39
Breed Group
Non-Sporting
About Shiba Inu
The Shiba Inu is a breed of hunting dog from Japan. A small-to-medium breed, it is the smallest of the six original dog breeds native to Japan. The Shiba Inu was originally bred for hunting. Its name literally translates to "brushwood dog", as it is used to flush game.
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✅ Good For
- • Apartment living
- • First-time owners
- • Active individuals
⚠️ Consider This
- • Regular exercise required
- • Grooming and maintenance needs
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