Shiba Inu Puppies Information
Shiba Inu is a breed of dog that originated in Japan
that has existed since ancient times. Dogs of this type is one of the most
favorite dog in Japan. This type of medium-sized dog, with male height of about
38-41 cm., whereas female height of about 35-38 cm.
The name Shiba dog Shiba Inu which means a minimum
of 3 kinds of theory of the origin of the name of this dog. Some say because
this type of smart dog broke through the bushes when accompanied hunting, some
say because of the color of reddish brown fur like a burning sun up to resemble
the color of twigs, dry bushes (aka Shiba; red bush), there who said because of
"small" (ancient Japanese for "small" is a Shiba). In
addition, some say this type of dog native of the village of Shiba in the
Shinshu region.
Characteristic features of Shiba Inu
Shiba Inu has feathers reddish brown, although there
is also a Shiba Inu with black fur, with fur lining the inner light brown to
gray. Short fur consists of two layers, the top layer is rough and layered in
thick and smooth. Layer in the fall and new hair replaced two to three times as
much as a year. Ears up and tail curved.
Living Condition
The Shiba will do okay in an apartment if is
sufficiently exercised. It is moderately active indoors and will do best with
at least an average-sized yard. The Shiba's waterproof, all-weather coat
Protects it in both cold and hot conditions, so it can live outdoors if you
have a secure yard of reasonable size. However, it does regard itself as part
of the family and does not like to be left alone outside. This breed would be
much happier living indoors with its family.
Origin :
The Shiba is the smallest of the Japanese native
breeds, which include the Kai Inu, Hokkaido Inu, Kishu Inu, Shikoku Inu, Tosa
Inu and the Akita Inu. Despite its smaller size it was bred to hunt small wild
game, bear, boar and to flush birds. The name Shiba means, both
"small" and "brushwood" in Japanese. It may have been named
after the terrain the dogs hunted in or the color of the Shiba's coat, or
perhaps the dog's size. The word "Inu" means "dog." As with
many breeds, the second world war nearly did the breed in. After the war was
over, several breeding programs worked to bring the breed back to safe numbers.
The Shiba is one of the most popular breeds in Japan today and is gaining
numbers in the USA. The Shiba Inu was recognized by the AKC in 1992. Some of
the Shiba's talents include: hunting, tracking, watchdog, guarding, agility and
performing tricks.
Temprament :
The Shiba is alert, confident, courageous and bold.
It is loving, kind, trainable and brave. It is clean and most try to avoid
puddles and are relatively easy to housebreak. They bark little and bond
closely with their handler. Playful and delightful, a well-adjusted Shiba is
good with kids, other dogs and cats. Active, lively, agile and fast. Socialize
this breed well as a puppy, as they can be reserved with strangers. If the
Shiba is not completely convinced that its handler can handle the pack leader
position and regards itself as stronger minded
it will become a bit stubborn as it will believe it needs to make up its
own rules. Proper human to canine communication is essential. A natural hunting
dog, the Shiba should not be trusted alone with small pets such as rabbits,
guinea pigs, rodents and small birds. Be careful when taking them off leash as
they like to chase, especially if they do not regard their owners as a strong
pack leader. Adapts well to traveling. Make sure you are this dog's firm,
confident, consistent leader, providing daily pack walks to avoid behavior
issues.
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