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| Breed: |
Shiba-Inu |
| Country of Origin: |
Japan |
| AKC Group: |
Non-sporting |
| Function: |
Flush birds |
| Life Span: |
12-15 years |
| Appearance: |
Small |
| Color: |
red, or red with a little black overlay, or black with
tan markings |
| Coat Type: |
Plush |
| Grooming: |
The Shiba has a clean, coarse, stiff, short-haired
coat that is easy to groom. Brush with a firm bristle brush to remove the dead hair and
bathe only when absolutely necessary as it removes the natural waterproofing of the coat.
This breed is a seasonally heavy shedder. |
| Height: |
13-16 inches |
| Weight: |
18-30 pounds |
| Activity Level: |
Medium-high |
| Watch Dog: |
Yes |
| Protection: |
No |
| Intelligence: |
High |
| Trainability: |
High |
| Good With Children: |
Yes |
| Good With Pets: |
Yes |
| Good With Strangers: |
Yes |
| Character: |
Alert |
| Home Environment: |
Apartment ok |
| Best Owner: |
Lively |
| Potential Problems: |
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| Behavior: |
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| Physical: |
A small portion of Shibas have histories of hip
dysplasia and PRA. Some lines are prone to patellar luxation (slipped kneecap). |
| Recommendations: |
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