Are Shiba Inus Good Pets? 10 Pros and Cons of Owning a Shiba

[@heebsgames]

Also worth mentioning Shibas are healthy and live a long time. They don't have the kind of rampant health problems a lot of other breeds have.

[@tadashitheshiba]

Yes, you’re right! 😊

[@HisMajesty99]

Actually they’re prone to a genetic illness in their knee joints called a “Luxating Patella.” Unfortunately, the shiba I was supposed to adopt 2 years ago had it, and I had to turn her down as it would be a few thousand dollar surgery for an 8 week old pup.

[@sleepy_male]

@@HisMajesty99 Well, that's some great facts. But it's a sad fact.

[@omgfackdehell]

​@@HisMajesty99 Thanks for sharing this. There is no point in calling it perfect just because we like them. Everything has their shortcomings

[@HisMajesty99]

@@omgfackdehell of course! And exactly like you said. It’s unfortunate, but it’s the truth. We’re easily blinded by what we adore and desire, so it’s important to do our research and get outside opinions

[@AbsolutePernilla]

Shibas are cats in dog Costume.

[@tadashitheshiba]

You’re so right! 😂🐾

[@Startupsandsushi]

More like mini Lions in dog costume

[@tadashitheshiba]

@@Startupsandsushi lol that’s true too 😂

[@abhishekamin7344]

Well said

[@YukiTheOkami]

Perfect dog for cat lovers like me

[@gtaclevelandcity]

I grew up with a shiba named Banzai. My folks got him only a couple months before I was born and spent my entire early childhood with him. He was standoff-ish and stoic on the outside but loving and fiercely loyal on the inside.

[@tadashitheshiba]

That is the perfect description of a Shiba. Banzai sounds amazing ❤

[@SandwichGlitch]

Haha we got a Akita Inu when our daughter was 4 years old to grow up with a companion that still has his free will........ he's completely obedient to her... and loves her more than anything

[@con2mms2000]

I knew a withe poodle that was just like you described Banzai. Yes, it was weird cause poodles are not like that but she was a great pet 🐕

[@gtaclevelandcity]

​@Syprix I guess it worked somewhat because he lived to be 15, and only died because he was taken out by a car.

[@Ducks..]

Reminds me of a plane....

[@ToastyBrain]

My parents have a Shiba. His name is Jirou, I call him Boofer. He's a good dog, knows his routine well. Very loyal to me and my parents. The only thing he loves more than us is his own reflection. lol

[@mayankpavuskar8457]

awww so cute

[@Lacey_Face]

I had a Schipperke that was vain like that. The breeder told me to put a mirror by his bed so he wouldn't miss his brother. He'd stare at homself and watch himself chew a pig ear. He grew up to be a vain showdog. 😆

[@zereon]

what is it with shibas getting japanese names lmao

[@ToastyBrain]

@@zereon Aside from being Japanese dogs, dunno. lol If it makes you feel better the older Shiba we had, his name was Jewish or of Israeli, I forget which.

[@enviousgaming3250]

i freaking love the name "jiro" in general but i love it even more given that's your dogs name. it's a good name for a dog

[@csyih]

I had a Shiba (guy in my profile pic) and he was amongst the most lively, loving, compassionate (you read that right), and loyal living beings I have ever known. Unfortunately, he passed away because of cancer at 11 years and 4 months exactly one week ago. He loved me with all his heart and so did I. The looks he gave me that expressed how he much he will miss me because he knew his time was near just broke my heart. Still utterly devastated by his death.

[@ShadyRapture]

He’s still your pic 8 months later 😭 that’s so sweet. I’m sure he had a good life. Hope you’re able to enjoy another friend soon (or maybe already).

[@Ashera5469]

He lived very long life and cherish the memory but dont be stuck on it because if you getting another will seem very pointless.

[@3LL10T11]

Oh I’m so sorry :( I had a Shiba her name is Zara, she passed away 7 weeks ago because she ran off and was hit by a car it was devastating, I’ve had another dog before he was a crusty white dog his name is Peri I still love and miss him so much, he passed from old age but it wasn’t as devastating as Zara’s death because it could’ve been avoided and she’s a more unique dog breed, if I could I would get another boof but I think it’ll be too hard and I won’t stop thinking of Zara :( 🐕

[@catalinacurio]

Ohhh no, even years later I still mourn my Shiba, my heart aches on your behalf. 😢

[@pfalweer9579]

Good Luck man

[@danielgabalski2312]

I’m a border collie guy but I had a neighbor once who had a couple Shibas and they were wonderful pups. I lived next to that guy for 7-8 years and I never once heard them bark. They would just com to the fence and stare at me.

[@tadashitheshiba]

haha they do love to stare 😂

[@Drenwickification]

Yeah my little shiba loves to go VERY close to people and then just sit and stare at them 😂

[@Bennahr_Fett]

veery smart dogs, BCs

[@KudaBear-gj9br]

Exception to the rule. Shibas bark at anything that moves.

[@guylafaras4669]

Mine happily barks at any strange new box during night walks. And yes, sit and look at people, but always just outside patting range 😂

[@perlgirl534]

I never saw my husband cry until our senior Shiba died. He was all that and more. They are great dogs.

[@ClintonSiegel]

So true.

[@ceciliaagdas5435]

@@ClintonSiegelare u the husband?

[@christinaleon-benitez7353]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Mybhusbandvwouldbhave beenbthe same but he passed away. Now its my Shibas turn to join my husband.

[@MrPek-fe9fp]

​@@ceciliaagdas5435maybe he agreed they are great dogs. Good job misunderstanding on purpose😂

[@blackheartbev3098]

I miss my Shiba so much. Got her in 2006, and she passed in 2017. Best dog I ever had. RIP Babie 💕💕

[@Chicahcah]

We love our Shiba Inu Buster! He’s been such a huge part of our lives. I think the Japanese culture has been ingrained in the breed and ours is completely different from other dog breeds. You do not dominate the Shiba, which is a hard concept for many American dog owners to understand. It truly is a relationship of trust and respect.

[@headcrab4]

Our shiba definitely breaks the mould on "Quiet Demeanor". He's a very, VERY vocal pup and lets us know when he's suffered the most minor of inconveniences.

[@Thememeuchiha]

Such a drama queen 😂

[@natashalaurentia2763]

I dunno... I never seen "quiet" shibe before... They either just ÆÆÆÉÉÈ or AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!

[@turtlesandwich77]

I can hear him now 😅

[@jasonsworld333]

I agree they are more husky like in their demeanor and like to talk

[@arizwldcat]

My grand dog barks very loudly with his head going around in a circle. He does not scream, tho..

[@bernbsy]

I've never met a Shiba outside Japan but not surprisingly they are like their Japanese owners. They are wary of strangers but very attached to their owners. Possible this is a result of a lack of socialization. Japanese rarely invite outsiders inside their homes so Shibas just don't meet many people. They're generally very calm and kind of aloof. The one that lives near me has the softest fur that I've ever felt on a dog. He basically tolerates my presence and allows me to pet him when he wants.

[@tadashitheshiba]

That makes sense!

[@enviousgaming3250]

one of my old cross country coaches had two shibas. i forget their names but they were ther sweetest dogs ever they were very calm and collected, most of the time they let me and others pet them but every now and then they just hid from people and I could tell it was because they just didn't want to be bothered and they were super nice overall never once made a noise except when excited and never went up to anyone to beg for food or tried to steal food from a table when we had BBQs and parties before and after the cross country seasons they were very well trained

[@ruffgook]

​and they are both 2 faced

[@debbylou5729]

Yeah, I NOTICED that. Especially when I had a Rottweiler. She was constantly building cars. My English springer spaniel demanded umbrellas regardless of the weather

[@tomlives]

This is absurd. I live in Japan and the one thing that Japanese people are not is aggressive. Which is what defines shibas - the most aggressive horrible dogs I have ever encountered in my life.

[@RavennaAl]

Whenever I’m asked if our Shiba is hard to train I always say “Yes, because we don’t speak Japanese and she doesn’t understand a word of English”

[@lm_b5080]

i'm not a shiba owner, but the most aggressive dogs in our neighbourhood often are shiba's.. they don't seem to get along with other dogs, do they tend to be very sensitive?

[@RavennaAl]

@@lm_b5080 Like any other dog, I think it all depends on how they are raised. Ours is very friendly towards other people and dogs. She was socialized as soon as we got her @ 10 weeks old. There is another Shiba 2 blocks away who isn't friendly, but she wasn't allowed to be near other dogs when she was younger either.

[@chancyross9126]

My girl was very easy to train. I’ve always described her as an “easy puppy.” As far as other dogs and people, she’s fine if we approach them but she does not like people or dogs to approach us. She honestly looks for my reaction. She has a 20 ft tether we use for outdoor activities sometimes. She has shown the most aggression if approached while using the tether. I think without someone right by her side, she has the perception that she’s alone. However, she is easily redirected. Regardless of the situation I’ve always been able to calm her down and show her there’s no threat.

[@JickAudio]

My Shiba, Koji, is so spunky. Half the time I talk to him like “Child, who the hell do you think you are?” And he does his little sassy bark. There are days that are difficult for sure, but I wouldn’t trade Koji for any other dog in the world.

[@emmewilliams7691]

I also had a dog named Koji! Cool!

[@禪-n3w]

白柴ですか？可愛いですね！

[@artonthecreek]

Tadashi❤❤❤ We had our Sasha for 14 1/2 beautiful years. She was the most rewarding dog we’ve ever had in our family-when our Lab died she constantly followed me around and touched her nose to my calf, saying “don’t worry-I’m here.” I was so distraught over losing my soulmate dog that I didn’t notice her Shiba-persistence until one day I looked down and there she was…looking up at me with the most knowing eyes. She worked her way into my soul deeper than any other dog. Her loss is still hard, and I would love nothing more than to be a Shiba mom again. Shibas are by far the most unique dog you will ever welcome into your life. Fiercely loyal, fiercely loving, fiercely smart, and fiercely intelligent. They are VERY fast to react-Sasha taught me so much about dog language - we became partners at a very deep level. Shiba parents reading this will know what I mean. If you are considering a Shiba, I highly recommend reading the “Shibas 101” section on the Colorado Shiba Inu Rescue website. These dogs are not for the inexperienced dog owner. If you are willing to work with your Shiba companion, go on daily outdoor adventures, and grow into a partnership with them, you will be a newly fulfilled person❤❤

[@ziggyzag7864]

This! I’ve seen so many first time owners get Shibas, have totally zero awareness of their dog’s aggressive tendencies, and bring them to dog parks when their dogs are clearly uncomfortable. Snarling, biting, snapping at random dogs, humans, and even their own owners, for entering their space. The good owners keep an eye on their dogs and take preventative measures before any of these happen. The bad ones are totally clueless, and usually just look baffled or TELL their dogs “Nono naughty boy no biting” in the sweetest tone possible.

[@artonthecreek]

@@ziggyzag7864 Shibas definitely need educated humans💜

[@stellaluna5179]

It is a hit and miss with these guys. My shiba definitly has most Shiba qualities, but the odd one is that he is very social with humans, and some dogs. He loves to be pet and greeted by strangers, and plays with kids. Ppl always say he is friendly for a Shiba. With dogs he is a hit-and-miss, sometimes will like them other days he will do a snarky bark. I love this non-stinky Doggo! He definitely is my bff!

[@tadashitheshiba]

Haha that’s so true! “Friendly for a Shiba” is definitely a thing lol and boy do we know about those snarky barks LOL. But they do make the best BFFs for sure ❤😊

[@Ghangar79]

my Shiba is exactly the same way , he is a real social butterfly 🦋

[@gabev6172]

Same my boy is soo social and loves when people say hi to him but other than that he's just like every other shibe

[@TAZMIN4848]

I am blessed to have two, they have a level of intelligence that is Spiritual. The love and power they exude is healing. The female is very affectionate, the male is such a gentleman..he waits for the female and accompanies her outside regardless of whether he needs to go or not. They are both alert and protective of the home, property, and children in the family as well as myself. Shedding is not an issue it is part of caring for what I love and am grateful to have in my life. We learn from each other...if we humble ourselves and listen to what their personalities bring to our daily lives.

[@tadashitheshiba]

I love this! ❤

[@tadashitheshiba]

especially the shedding part. What a great attitude 🙏

[@1mol831]

Groomers exist.

[@desperado2044]

god I love how they can be stubborn and ignore you. makes them even more lovely

[@tadashitheshiba]

Totally agree 😊

[@SandwichGlitch]

Catdog...

[@KomalPatel]

Masochist

[@KudaBear-gj9br]

They're garbage for that reason.

[@Abyss_Cat]

So they're basically just cats 😅 that's what I love about them

[@neurofiber2406]

Shibas are much smarter than their owners expect. They will track your behavior. And know when they can get away with things you don't want them to do. Which includes digging holes under fences to go exploring in the spring... They very quickly come to the conclusion that they know things you don't and will use that to their advantage.

[@dumpyfrog6219]

Facts

[@autumninvirginia1229]

A friend of mine hadc2 Shiba. They decided I was a ok and I adored them both. My little ginger girl passed 2 years ago but she and her brother are forever in my heart.

[@ericlevy4680]

Getting a shiba pup was the greatest thing we ever did. She fit right into our pack of two senior dogs (cavalier king charles and puggle). The pup is the best friend of our young boys and comes with us to every baseball game and practice where she is adored by all the children and parents alike. You can spend the entire day playing with her or watching the Shiba 500. Does she snuggle much with us, no. She has a bed in front of the fireplace in the same room that she loves. At nightime she sleeps with the kids, usually in their beds and she lives to be with them. Absolutly wonderful dog. She turns 1 next week. Love these videos. Yes, the Shiba Inu is worth it!

[@Mi-ig6zz]

I love the breed introduction done by actual owners, thank you so much for the informative video.

[@awaxx7863]

Good thing about dogs is that there is a breed for every personality type.

[@jennaleclaire2654]

I'm a cat person and am not a fan of most dogs, but I really love Shibas. They're like cat-dogs. Perfect.

[@justsomeguywithasandwich5906]

I watch KyloTheDoge, and I can confirm that Shiba are worth it.

[@abhinavkar7553]

Was searching for this comment 😁

[@KoongYe]

Shibatube: Are Hoomans Good Owners?

[@nahnotsomuch2292]

Some folks I met at a week long get together had one. We went into the local town one night for kind of a change of pace dinner. I rode with them and sat in the back with their Shiba Inu. When I got in, he was clearly pretty standoffish and had zero idea what to think of me invading the back seat of his car. The couple said he would probably ignore me, but that I shouldn't let it bother me, he does it to everyone. 15 minutes into the 30 minute trip, he rested his head on my leg and had no issues with me petting him. On the trip back, he just curled up in my lap and slept then entire way. Both the husband and wife were absolutely floored and said they'd never seen him react to anyone else that way.

[@emiilyjaane7]

We have an almost 2 yr old Shiba(Buddha) he is super hyper, stubborn and gets into EVERYTHING! He screams everytime he is alone or when I go outside, He is high maintenance. And has separation anxiety. He just barks at every little thing. I wish I did more research on the breed before getting one. We love him but he can be very annoying at times. And about the potty training. No matter how many times a day he gets walked and goes outside on his own in the fenced yard he feels the need to pee on the wood framing! No amount of training has worked, he has cost so much money. Definitely do your research on this breed!

[@blahaj01]

I can agree with stubbornness. I remember my parents and me went to take my dog, LuLu, out on a walk. But after my dog was done doing her business in the leafs, my mom wanted her to walk more but my dog just kept dragging her towards our house. Or when my dog is getting trained, she sometimes doesn’t sit when we tell her “sit” and I kept getting told that she understands us but doesn’t wanna do it.

[@redhunter555]

Just as mine! He doens't like to walk away from home, he does his things and starts pulling towards home... XD

[@SH-ms3bj]

I have had a shiba inu for 6 years now (he is 9) and i find it important that folks know these cons (and some tips): 1) they are very stubborn so be prepared to put your foot down multiple times a day for many many years. It can be very DRAINING but it is important once youve commited to having a shiba that you put your foot down for the rest of their lives or they'll walk over you and be very annoying due to their intelligence. 2) Train your dog like it's your second job and be CONSISTENT. If the shiba gets any room to 'not listen to you' they disrespect you immediatly. They respect you if you keep showing them that you have more energy and patience than theyll ever have. They will also trust you more due to you being consistent. They will also feel more relaxed. You have to act like a boss 24/7. I see so many people babying their dog or giving them a command and when the dog doesn't do it after two times they're like ''oh well''. Don't ''oh well''. In fact: if you ''oh well'' once the shiba will remember and will try to be the boss and be very VERY annoying. And they will be 'okay' listening after a year of day in and day out training after saying ''oh well' once. In fact; I'm a real pet person, but shibas can be so stubborn and annoying that I have secretly plotted every 2 years to sell him. I am completely in love with my shiba and he's a very good boy doing his best, but that's just a very honest thing i wanted to share because I see sooooo many people only looking at how 'cute' a shiba is and not down playing the effort part they will have to manage. That's why a shiba is NOT A DOG FOR A BEGINNING DOG OWNER. Only if you master like say a husky, you could try a shiba. They aren't even in the same field as a golden retriever. 3) Make a clear boundry between dog food and human food. Once they learn begging and the wonders of human food, they will be annoying as hell and find very clever and distructive ways to get what they want. They will also annoy all your guests and they can pray on your kids food. Don't spoil them thinking it's otherwise sad for them. Feeding them food for people is actually cruel. It's like giving a junkie some stuff and then taking it away. Theyll be addicts for life. 4) Never let them walk off a leash. It's not only very hard to get them into it again and behave, they have a very high instinct to go after anything that moves, igoring you completely and disrespecting you by ignoring your calls. And worst: they will zigzag on car roads. My shiba has only escaped under 10 times and that's not much for a shiba since they are escape artists. And I'm glad I always had luck with traffic on roads and cows in fields who can make shiba pudding. 5) be okay to wear dog fur in a way that their hair can be and therefor will be EVERYWHERE. Including your eyeball, any urns in your house, on all of your meals and even on everything you love and don't love. Shibas are hairy. 6) They hate your touch on their paws, tail, ears and snout. It is very important to teach them that you are the boss and if you wish to touch them, it will happen, despite their efforts. NEVER back down from a growl or anything, opr they'll learn that they can intimidate you and use that knowledge throughout all their inteacrtions with you. I can grab my shibas paws and snout everytime i feel like it, even when he sleeps (I respect his sleep, it is just in a manner of speaking) and their aint nothing he can do about it and he knows that. Therefor he never gets mad and trusts me completely with his paws and he feels so much more safe with me because of that. A dog entrusting their paws to you is so important. And if you gets wounded anywhere or i have to check for tics, he is a delight to inspect. 7) don't let your dog lick any orfaces (mouth, nose, ears, eyes). They are dogs and so they can handle a whole different zoo of microbes and virusses than a human can. You can get an std from your dog. Don't do it. 8) If you are a man and feel a certain way about your male dogs ball. Don't get a male dog. Because some really have it heavy with all those hormones. My dog had really didn't enjoy his levels and we have tried many things. But since he's nutered he feels relaxed, still has his energy and makes lots of friends. He is so much more happy and this wound't be the case if he was just in a household with men who project all their feelings on the dog. (sigh) This all sounds pretty heavy, but remeber i wanted to honestly list all the cons i know, because the shiba gets too popular on social media and owners with not enough experience and bossyness is a disservice to this wonderful breed.

[@dinein1970]

I have a Shiba/Husky mix and she is a marvelous dog... I totally recognize the traits given here. Now pile on the Husky traits and some of what was presented is MAGNIFIED. Love my dog

[@Caltato]

I have three, they are the best dogs I've ever had. The pandemic baby is the only one who is wary of strangers because she couldn't get much socialization as a puppy, but the other two just want to be everyone's best friends. They're sweet and loyal and care for the pack (me included) in ways I have not seen other dogs care. They're definitely great pets if you have the patience and the willingness to learn how to deal with this little guys' attitude.

[@lm_b5080]

i'm not a shiba owner, but the most aggressive dogs in our neighbourhood often are shiba's.. they don't seem to get along with other dogs, do they tend to be very sensitive?

[@Wrexxxx]

Shibas have an ocean of difference between them. Ours loves spending time with us, hates touching his paws, sheds like crazy, has a cute yawn where it sounds like he’s talking several times a day, HAS to have a gift to give you when you get home, spins over and over when excited, rarely barks, gets super nervous around strangers. Runs when you change your garbage out, runs when you put bright colored clothes on, is always up for chasing a ball, when he knows you’re mad at him he goes into freak mode and starts spinning and acting goofy trying to perform for you. Among other things.

[@jyst]

We have three , A 4 and 11 year old red males and a 14 month old black and tan female. They didn't find me hard to train, when they want a walk they go to the door, when they want a biscuit they follow me into the kitchen , when they feel like a fuss they sit beside me, I soon got the hang of it. When the 11 year old sees me change out of my scruffy clothes to go out he follows me to the car, he loves the ride. They are all the things described and more.

[@ryanboutr7756]

Shibas are really independent, if they don't absolutely love you they will want nothing to do with you lol

[@allanblack8635]

I have a chihuahua Shiba mix with 90% shiba personality. She was the absolute worst when we got her. She's far from perfect now, but that comment about earning trust is so true. She is an absolute love bug when she feels like it. And so fun to play with, when she feels like it... haha

[@tadashitheshiba]

Yes! Once that trust is earned it becomes a truly special bond ❤

[@signorfinancial]

As a shiba inu lover, they are very intelligent. They also take a lot of time to open up but it’s worth it after a while because they are loving once they open up to you.

[@hyphen2612]

Yup, Shibes shed twice a year, and one shedding lasts about six months 😅 I had a Shiba-Taiwan Dog mixed breed called Rocky, it was basically Shiba with boosted reflexes and be even smarter. He's got that Shiba attitude, lol! One moment he is happily playing catch with you and then suddenly he would be like "nah, I'm done." stands by and watch the ball roll away like it's none of his business. He was very friendly toward all people but hated any dog that stepped into his turf, but if you talk to him tell him this is a good friend he'll tolerate that dog. Rocky passed away at 12 years old, we sure miss him a lot!

[@theloverlyladylo9158]

My sister has a shiba-schipperke mix, as well as a pit bull-bulldog mix, both rescues. Sirius is a very sweet dog, and one of the few dogs I actually like (cat person, lol) because he’s so calm and reserved. He’s a good pet, especially for my sister who doesn’t like being alone. He’ll keep you company even if he doesn’t want pets, curling up at peoples feet, and is always respectful towards my nibling. They definitely require careful consideration if you don’t have a yard to let them run around it, but they make excellent pets for the right people.

[@DaBroSquad]

It should be ilegal for women to own pitbulls

[@madeliner1682]

​@@DaBroSquad bro if you're gonna be anti-pitbull could you at least not also be sexist?

[@hadassahpeace4733]

​@Alvinklauer tell us why women shouldn't own pitbulls men can't handle them any better

[@hadassahpeace4733]

I own a one year cane corso and I am doing fine. He is 120 plus pounds and will be around 140 lbs so vets says. Sounds about right. His father was 140. I am a 5 foot female and when I talk or give commands my Sergio listens to his mama. Women can own guns why not a pitbull.

[@RM-ju4kn]

Cat software running on dog hardware

[@suee.perchemlides4947]

I've had KD since she was about 6 months old. She is 9 yo now, my closest friend and companion. She did very well with multiple changes in her early life...we moved twice, other dogs, just not settled. BUT she cane through. Once settled in our always home she learned quickly where she belonged, where I was, where security was. I love her with all my heart. Highly recommend this breed as a loving, loyal pet😊

[@anthonybarnicoat4931]

It’s all about how you train and discipline your dogs. If they aren’t they misbehave if they are they’re well behaved.

[@brushdogart]

Thanks for mentioning the dog aggression. This cannot be overstated since combined with the fearlessness it can lead to your Shiba being badly injured or even killed. I heard from a breeder once that the first breeders to bring Shibas Inus to the USA were Akita Inu breeders. The Shibas would get into fights with the Akitas and since Shibas don't ever back down the Akita would often end up killing them. This led to Akitas gaining an unjust reputation for being killers, but it was really the Shibas goading the Akitas into it.

[@WolfenLady]

Indeed, shibas are awesome. Sure they are stubborn but they can appreciate all the efforts you invest in educating them. I'm rewarded everyday by the love I received from my sweet potato.

[@tadashitheshiba]

Totally agree! ❤

[@danielandrad382]

I almost gave up on my Shiba Inu, but we bonded and now he is much more obedient and loving. Shiba Inus are really special animals. They have so many unique and quirky qualities, not seen in other breeds. I also have 3 pitbulls which I love, but my Shiba Inu is so much different and intelligent than them and he is still just a puppy. I think it has to do with how the Japanese people transmitted their discipline and beautiful culture into the Shibas and all the the rest of the Inu family.

[@alexiscondit898]

You just described my malamute husky mix. Loved her more than anything, she passed from cancer last year...

[@kuniakinakatsu7107]

I have a Shiba Inu. This is my second one. My first one was a quiet and friendly Shiba Inu that helped my grandfather recover from depression in about two months, and watched over my bedridden grandmother until the end. He saw my grandmother enter a nursing home, and she died of cancer a few months later. My second Shiba Inu has been with us since the beginning. He turned 7 in August. He's very bold outside, but he's cute because he's as clingy as a puppy inside the house.

[@onlyonewhyphy]

Short answer, yes. If you are a dog person, love dogs and understand dog behavior, then absolutely yes they're excellent dogs to have.

[@Anonymous_Identity246]

Funnily enough previous cat people will also probably be good fits for these guys 😅

[@siamzero9480]

If you're a cat person, they're an even better fit for them

[@Anonymous_Identity246]

@@siamzero9480 Welp I want one of these guys and I love cats so seems they’ll be a good fit for me 😅

[@onlyonewhyphy]

@@Anonymous_Identity246she definitely has a few Cat features. It's kinda weird lol

[@withoutneboundaries]

Extremely accurate on the pros and cons. Highly recommend a Shiba if you get out and about a lot.

[@commentarytalk1446]

Good Pets: Priority 1 = Behaviour that fits the human owners life styles most. It's not a good idea to start with appearance as top pro as that's the biggest form of mistake dog owners tend to make. A better premise: For new dog owners: Breeds x x x would be likely to be more suitable. For experienced y y y . The longer version, best approach of all as opposed to above short version: List All Major Needs to optimise Shiba's life and demands to be met from owners. Probably more demanding so be careful in choosing. For example too many owners cannot take the Shiba off the lead or else it is aggressive etc because it needed a lot more training. How many can people honestly meet continuously every day? Agree they can be great pets for the right owner however.

[@tadashitheshiba]

This is great feedback! And totally agree about beautiful appearance being the wrong reason to get a Shiba. I will definitely take what you wrote into consideration for our future videos. Thanks so much!

[@commentarytalk1446]

@@tadashitheshiba The thing is: Shibas ARE one of the best looking dogs at least in my subjective opinion because they retain the basic canine-wild-dog "bauplan" so they have long snouts (better for sniffing), rotating ears (better for hearing) but also WILD BEHAVIOURS that are ADAPTIVE and FUNCTIONAL which imho is better for the dog's own enjoyment of life. I suspect all of these people intuitively pick up on and in part why they and huskies are enjoyable to look at - BUT in both cases they are breeds who need demanding life-styles involving really high quality routines by owners! The trouble is: Most people have more urban lives today and work routines that make it much harder to cater more to the dog's needs as above. Therefore for the best balance, dogs that fit the humans' life and how much people can GIVE BACK to the dog that works is most important. Tbh your dog looks like it has lots of the right stimulus but I bet it takes a lot of dedication from you (fully returned!).

[@zereon]

wut

[@jholt03]

I've had two Shibas. Back in 1996 I located a breeder in Arizona and. We picked Saki up at our local airport, having her flown to us when she was just 12 weeks old. Three years later we drove 300 miles to Colorado with Saki where we left her over night at the home of a champion stud owner. I've never seen anything as cute as those four baby Shiba pups from Saki's only liter. Of the 3 females and 1 male we decided to keep one of the little female pups naming her Kiren. Having some experience with Shibas by this point, we realized just how important early socialization is with this breed. Before they were even a week old we started the pups on a desensitization program. At least three times a day we'd separate the pups from their mother long enough for them to get a little hungry. Then before bringing mama back in to nurse them, we'd spend about 15 minutes handling each pup, paying special attention to holding their paws and nestling their little noses right up to our face to familiarize them with our touch and smell. The pups quickly learned to associate this handling time with the reward of being reunited with their mother and nursing. At two weeks old we started transitioning the pups to bottle feeding and by their forth week we had them fully weened to a bottle, and we were either physically holding the pups or keeping them right next to us almost 24 hours per day. It was a lot of work but the difference was night and day. Saki, the mama lived to be about 16 years old and even near the end we could never trust her not to run off if she ever got out of the house off a leash. By contrast we were able to train Kiren to always stay within 20 to 30 feet of us when taking her on a walk without a leash, and not to leave the yard, even without it being fenced in. I've never talked to another Shiba owner who could say that.

[@azzurraying]

We have a Singapore Special that we 100% suspect having some Shiba DNA. Aloof, self grooming, hunting, not easily excited, walks with poise, aggressing on other dogs, puts face on human laps… this video is so spot on about the whole set of behaviors

[@treasuringpricelesstime5962]

The one issue I have is that my Male Shiba/JRT has no friends because he won't let any dog near him, and is very reactive. I did socialize him as soon as we got him at 4 months, but when he was about 1-1.5 yrs old he didn't want to play with dogs any longer. I think it's healthy for dogs to play together, heck even cats play and lay together, but I am just trying to train him to not lunge at other dogs. We live in a busy area so this is important. I also think the Covid isolation was terrible for him because he's gotten worse with dogs and even strangers. I am really trying hard to train him to at least tolerate other dogs when on our walks.

[@tadashitheshiba]

We have a hard time with this too! Unfortunately the way Shibas sometimes play is by being aggressive 😅

[@somebodyelse2852]

Be patient. 3 year old rescue girl named tasha(at the time/2 years ago). Doesn't like people much. Tried once and I took a bite blocking the pups we tried. Had a baby boy since we got her. First time they met(very carefully)she changed big time. The day after those two met, we had an opportunity to get a free labradoodle pup. Took her with us. Inside the home we got Levi from. Let people pet her. Now these two are best friends and love my son as well. It can be done. Just have to be patient and careful.

[@boomba118]

back home, my sister has a Shiba, when i came back to visit I walked her everyday, everytime she heard my steps from the stairs she knew it was walking time and she got really excited - lovely beautiful dog and we developed a really good bond - my family said she was really sad when she realised that i was gone. Cant wait to come back to see her again 😁

[@vaynetrain8913]

Bro, i love your whole video ! I always wanted to get a Shiba Inu myself but I am not in the right time of my life to get a dog or anything else, and that’s why I liked your “outro” words (before 4:58 ) that much !

[@DouglasOwnbey]

We had partial custody of two of them for over a year. I miss them. They were definitely a challenge at times, but they are also very lovable dogs, once you become familiar with the breed.

[@b.o.4492]

One hundred percent they are. Very protective. Very loyal. But not needy. Love mine! To those that don’t research and don’t understand they are not a good pet. If you are the selfish type and don’t put in the time when they are a puppy their stubbornness will be something you will really have to deal with.

[@Iamafishandsoareyou]

We rescued a shiba chi, (shiba x chihuahua) and she’s so so loyal, loving and fierce! She’s a little cutie and I love her so much.

[@anon77_65]

Love having a shiba. Only downside is the shedding, but still worth it

[@1ffurina]

When i grow older, i will get an shiba since they are incredibly cute and what you said in the video 🥺

[@terryrocks2j]

Had a Shiba. Lived 13 yrs. Is very popular here in Hawaii. Can be a little stubborn but overall mines was very friendly.

[@rebeccamercer4160]

I had to put my female Sheba down Feb. That was so hard! She was 14 years old . I think about her everyday and just cry! She was my baby!

[@kimudo]

And, let's not forget to mention how absolutely, phenomenally, insanely smart they are. My shiba not only took off his collar when he felt like it, managed to slip his leash on another dog when he did so, but habitually unlocked his three-stage crate, unlocked and opened doors, and would occasionally mimic words (albeit, with a whining, soft howl that made it clear it wasn't human). They can, and will, teach you just how not-child/shiba safe your house is within the first month or two. But they're also clever, very capable of being trained, can live in houses with other pets (if you socialize them early and thoroughly), and take to discipline well (if it's consistent... they will test you to see if a rule still applies). Absolutely loved my shiba. Little guy was a part of the family that certainly helped to make us all better people.

[@bizmonkey007]

Definitely one of the most beautiful dog breeds on the planet.

[@tadashitheshiba]

Agreed ❤😊

[@yvettemoore1228]

I would love to have a Shiba one day. Some friends of mine showed them and had two, a red and a black and white. They had immense character and I was hooked! We already had two Norwegian Elkhounds, who seem temperamentally similar. They're independent, aloof, will do things if you give them a good enough reason, absolute nightmares to let off the lead (in that they can be great 99% of the time, but if they see something more interesting, they're off) and shed like crazy. Given all that, I think I'd have a good grounding for being a decent Shiba owner! Maybe when I retire. It'll certainly keep me fit to have a fizzy pup around! We also have a secure dog field nearby that can be rented out. ATM I have a Border Collie cross who needs to be constantly touched and an insecure Jack Russell Terrier rescue. I love them, but I do love the independence and standoffishness of a Spitz.

[@tadashitheshiba]

Sounds like you like them a bit hard to get 😂

[@guylafaras4669]

Awww I’ve been completely owned since I first looked after a Shiba! Tadashi is soo fit and handsome. Kato and Yuki would love to send him a super-thanks if anything is available? Keep up our regular doses of spot-on accuracy and joy xx

[@vell2994]

My corgi acts and looks a lot of times like a shiba.! Also the cat comment fits perfectly. Also for corgis

[@jessicapalfy4537]

I love our Shiba. He is protective but so sweet and loving. And he makes me laugh.

[@scottE666]

I have a 15yr old shiba and she is the best. She is obedient and smart as heck. They are easy to train if you approach it correctly. If you aren't going to put the work in maybe get a lab.

[@dominik94rausch]

The shedding.... OH GOD THE SHEDDING

[@zsavage1820]

We have a pup, she is 10 months old... had her from very young age, we also have an American Pit and they after about 2 weeks are inseparable, and as this video stated, they are not afraid of larger dog, our pit is a 100lb female and they play all the time... funny to watch as the pit is so gentle but firm with Chia, .. great dogs....

[@FutureVegeta]

The don't worry about barking really depends, my shiba barks at anything that comes close to the house, including people or cars just passing on the street. Also my shiba is great with sharing toys and such, as long as he likes the other dog. He is very specific about which dogs he likes though and only really decides if a dog is ok or not after sniffing him up close (except for pugs, he hates them all), which can be a bit scary cause if it's a no, he instantly goes into attack mode which is why I never let him off his leash and when near other dogs always short so I can pull him back at the first growl. He does growl a lot while playing also, though that's happy growling, but is often misunderstood by others.

[@mikereilly6894]

THE BEST! 14 Years old and still awesome :)

[@tadashitheshiba]

oh yes!! ❤

[@ChazJazzNY]

Great pet. Had my female for 1 month short of her 16th birthday. Miss ,miss miss her....

[@doshi066]

I have a sheba, we got her at age 1 and unfortunately her previous owners had a bitbull so she was bullied as a puppy so she is super scared all the time, anytime we go for walks if she sees another dog she wants to run away😢 but she is super loyal to me and i enjoy when she aleeps next to me when its bed time. Shes is a much better home as well with me

[@ceciliaagdas5435]

I have a shiba and he is three years old i have had him since he was 2 months old and all of these facts are so accurate but they are such a loving dog

[@xander3425]

Good video, 100% true. in addition to the video: shiba Inu males are very dominant, especially to other males. The owner must be very dominant too, otherwise the Shiba takes the lead and you will have a big problem. So be aware of this before buying one. Shiba inus also stay very playful their entire lives. They also don't bark a lot. A special tip: buy a pet water blower! it helps a lot to loosen all the hair from the undercoat and they like it too (always give a treat at the end).

[@jayt4465]

My Shiba is 15 years old and one of the best things about him is in all those years he has never tried to steal food off the kitchen table or go into the garbage bin. My brother has had beagles all his life and none of them could be trusted anywhere near the kitchen table. His beagles are definitely more affectionate though.

[@batchelerjr]

Great video. I have a Corgi and live out in the county on 2 acres. It would be like Green Acres. She would love it

[@tristan7676]

My Shiba lived up 18 years old. I got her while I was a third grader and she passed away during the pandemic. She was the best Shiba you can ask for 😔 RIP Roxy

[@shimonbiton2163]

Most of the cons is literally due to bad or no training. The fact that they are high energy means they have high drive which means they might be more suseptable to be trained with playtime as a reward rather than food

[@Neptune.CodyN0me]

-Hey baby i heard youre hungry, FOR A KNUCKLE SANDWICH *punch sound effect* shiba: mew

[@isdere]

kylo the doge makes me think Shibas are screaming all the time lol😅

[@Texas-Chris]

I have three Shibas, the two in my thumbnail and a red and white that I adopted from the shelter. My girls that are in the thumbnail are older and pretty calm now, especially my Sesame, who use to love to play “keep away from the hooman,” now she is by me all the time. The new Shiba is super sweet and loves to play, his big thing is that he is a night owl. It can be 3 or 4 in the morning and he is in the backyard screaming at something, most likely a bunny as we have thousands here. Shibas don’t bark, they scream so be warned. But they are so loyal.

[@localtavernsluteplayer2182]

I've got 4 of em, this is mostly pretty true. Mine have an addiction to demanding pets, 2 of them wont stop hitting me if i refuse

[@Mao_tse_tung]

Best dogs in the world I love my shiba. I want 9 more.

[@pan_13489]

I've always wanted a chonky lil' shiba inu, but i've never had one, hopefully someday i'll get one. ;)

[@nikonid0]

As a Shiba Inu owner, I'm having hard times and good times. He's a big 7 YO boy and with time, he's getting more stubborn and aggressive with other males. He's hardly playing nicely with other dogs. Meeting two dogs at the same time is impossible. I don't really know at which moment it went wrong, but we try very very hard for him to have the best life. And tried to correct his behaviour, but something is just wrong. He's very sweet with us, but it's hell at some times when you go on walks. If you hesitate to take a Shiba, please don't and reconsider. Especially a male.

[@Tamdem72]

They're absolutely amazing!!

[@ugenegareth9339]

2 Esdras 7:75 I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, O Lord, show this also to thy servant: whether after death, as soon as every one of us yields up his soul, we shall be kept in rest until those times come when thou wilt renew the creation, or whether we shall be tormented at once?" 76 He answered me and said, "I will show you that also, but do not be associated with those who have shown scorn, nor number yourself among those who are tormented. 77 For you have a treasure of works laid up with the Most High; but it will not be shown to you until the last times. 78 Now, concerning death, the teaching is: When the decisive decree has gone forth from the Most High that a man shall die, as the spirit leaves the body to return again to him who gave it, first of all it adores the glory of the Most High. 79 And if it is one of those who have shown scorn and have not kept the way of the Most High, and who have despised his law, and who have hated those who fear the Most High -- 80 such spirits shall not enter into habitations, but shall immediately wander about in torments, ever grieving and sad, in seven ways. 81 The first way, because they have scorned the law of the Most High. 82 The second way, because they cannot now make a good repentance that they may live. 83 The third way, they shall see the reward laid up for those who have trusted the covenants of the Most High. 84 The fourth way, they shall consider the torment laid up for themselves in the last days. 85 The fifth way, they shall see how the habitations of the others are guarded by angels in profound quiet. 86 The sixth way, they shall see how some of them will pass over into torments. 87 The seventh way, which is worse than all the ways that have been mentioned, because they shall utterly waste away in confusion and be consumed with shame, and shall wither with fear at seeing the glory of the Most High before whom they sinned while they were alive, and before whom they are to be judged in the last times. 88 "Now this is the order of those who have kept the ways of the Most High, when they shall be separated from their mortal body. 89 During the time that they lived in it, they laboriously served the Most High, and withstood danger every hour, that they might keep the law of the Lawgiver perfectly. 90 Therefore this is the teaching concerning them: 91 First of all, they shall see with great joy the glory of him who receives them, for they shall have rest in seven orders. 92 The first order, because they have striven with great effort to overcome the evil thought which was formed with them, that it might not lead them astray from life into death. 93 The second order, because they see the perplexity in which the souls of the unrighteous wander, and the punishment that awaits them. 94 The third order, they see the witness which he who formed them bears concerning them, that while they were alive they kept the law which was given them in trust. 95 The fourth order, they understand the rest which they now enjoy, being gathered into their chambers and guarded by angels in profound quiet, and the glory which awaits them in the last days. 96 The fifth order, they rejoice that they have now escaped what is corruptible, and shall inherit what is to come; and besides they see the straits and toil from which they have been delivered, and the spacious liberty which they are to receive and enjoy in immortality. 97 The sixth order, when it is shown to them how their face is to shine like the sun, and how they are to be made like the light of the stars, being incorruptible from then on. 98 The seventh order, which is greater than all that have been mentioned, because they shall rejoice with boldness, and shall be confident without confusion, and shall be glad without fear, for they hasten to behold the face of him whom they served in life and from whom they are to receive their reward when glorified. 99 This is the order of the souls of the righteous, as henceforth is announced; and the aforesaid are the ways of torment which those who would not give heed shall suffer hereafter." 100 I answered and said, "Will time therefore be given to the souls, after they have been separated from the bodies, to see what you have described to me?" 101 He said to me, "They shall have freedom for seven days, so that during these seven days they may see the things of which you have been told, and afterwards they shall be gathered in their habitations." 102 I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, show further to me, thy servant, whether on the day of judgment the righteous will be able to intercede for the unrighteous or to entreat the Most High for them, 103 fathers for sons or sons for parents, brothers for brothers, relatives for their kinsmen, or friends for those who are most dear." 104 He answered me and said, "Since you have found favor in my sight, I will show you this also. The day of judgment is decisive and displays to all the seal of truth. Just as now a father does not send his son, or a son his father, or a master his servant, or a friend his dearest friend, to be ill or sleep or eat or be healed in his stead, 105 so no one shall ever pray for another on that day, neither shall any one lay a burden on another; for then every one shall bear his own righteousness and unrighteousness." .....2 Esdras 7:75 ///////

[@313drepeso313]

Scared the ish out of that dog @3:34 😩😂😭💀 Thx for sharing, been thinking of getting one once I find my new house.

[@scrollingxyz]

Shiba: Ignores You Dachshund: Obsessed With You

[@Kneecaptain]

I love Shibas and Corgis, but I’ve never had or seen a Shiba in person before.

[@emiliaklukowska7604]

Yes they are great pets but are they easily trained? Tell me the answer or prediction I will check back in a week. | | |

[@xorrior4438]

So adorable!

[@maynardewm]

Growing up, my nana had a shiba, and he was MEAN!!! Incredibly territorial. He did not like it when any guests were in the house. He had that small dog fearless energy too and would attack anything and anyone that got too close that wasn't my nana. He was a fierce little poop stick, but I still miss him sometimes. He had his own charm, even if he was a little stinker in the personality department lol

[@Behemoth66]

They are amazing pets. Turned mine into a service dog. She’s only barked 3 times in 8 years lol she’s perfect

[@Rita-fg6bw]

Yes they are a good pet. I have one and he is well behaved. He didn’t bark and he is very gentle . I love Shiba Inu they are cute puppy 🐶. Depending on how well you train them.

[@WCIIIReiniger]

We got a Shiba this year and I can relate to almost any point listed here. So far we have no issues with his fur though

[@LuisFelipeSantos-zc4bb]

I see that as a absolute Win !

[@SandwichGlitch]

Oh the shedding.... we have a Akita inu... So basically it's twice as big and the hair... So much hair