Shiba Inu Breed Profile

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The Breed at a Glance

14.5 - 16.5 in (m) 13.5 - 15.5 (f)

20 - 30 lbs (m) 15 - 25 lbs (f)

Red, Sesame, Black & Tan, and Cream (cream is fault in AKC shows but not in most other registries). Urajiro (cream to white) reqd on sides of muzzle, cheeks, inside ears, underjaw and upper throat, inside legs, around vent, and ventral tail

Medium to low; very intelligent and stubborn

Good if properly socialized; can be wary of strangers

Known to be same-sex aggressive. Require socialization

Tolerates cold well, but not extreme heat

Does well indoors with adequate exercise; does best with some indoor and some outdoor time (in fenced yard... known to dig, climb, run)

Needs daily exercise; must be on leash or fenced yard

Weekly brushing when not shedding. Daily when shedding (2x per year)

Shiba Inu Information

Information courtesy of Jennifer Olsen, B & B Shibas

Health Information

Shiba Inu Links:

National Shiba Club of America - www.shibas.org/index.html
National Breed Club

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