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Shiba Inu - Purebred
Dogs and Puppies

Shiba Inu


Description

A member of the Non-Sporting group, The Shiba Inu is the smallest

of the Japanese native breeds of dog.

They were originally developed for hunting by sight and scent in the dense undergrowth of Japan's mountainous areas.

Alert and agile with keen senses, he is also an excellent watchdog and companion.

His frame is compact with well-developed muscles. The Shiba's coat is somewhat soft, thick, and plush to the touch. It has a double coat, with a strong, straight outercoat and a soft, dense undercoat.

Males and females are distinctly different in appearance: males are masculine without coarseness, females are feminine without weakness of structure. The Shiba may seem slightly aloof at first, but it is typically an inquisitive, good-natured, bright, and active dog.

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Considered the smallest and oldest of Japan's dogs, the Shiba's ability to maneuver steep hills and mountain slopes, together with its keen senses, have repeatedly shown it to be a superb hunting dog.

Country of origin: Japan
Lifespan: 13-15 years
Colors: Red, black and tan, sesame with cream, buff or gray undercoat
Known health problems: Hip dysplasia, luxating patellas, early onset cataracts, inhalant and food allergies, heart murmurs


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