Breed of the Week: Shiba Inu

Environment: Adaptable to any environment due to mediums size and relative quietness.
Health: Relatively healthy, but susceptible to hip and eye problems, but have a life expectancy of 12-15 years.
Grooming: Just an occasional brushing
Trainability: Intelligent and independent and can be difficult to train
Family Friendly: Loyal and loving pets, but recommended for families with dog experience

Originating from Japan, this is one of the oldest breeds, bred to hunt bore, birds, and bears these dogs are tenacious and courageous. Shiba Inu means brushwood in Japanese. In 1936 the breed was declared a national treasure in Japan. Shiba Inu's have dense self-cleaning coats that repel dirt, arched tails, and triangular tipped ears. These dogs are loving and loyal with their families, but can be less warm and welcoming with strangers due to their independent nature.

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