The Shiba Inu is a cute Spitz type dog, its name literally means "little dog" in Japanese. They are in fact a smaller version of a Akita Inu and like their larger cousins, they were originally bred as hunting and working dogs. Shibas always seem to be interested in everything going on around them, and over the years they have earned a reputation in their native Japan as a reliable, trustworthy, and fun-loving family pet.
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The Mame Shiba Inu is a charming miniature Shiba-inu breed, celebrated for its compact size, striking appearance, and lively personality. Intelligent, loyal, and highly trainable, these dogs make devo
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I don't really want to re-home my boy, he's such a good example of the breed. He's just a bit too much for me. He's all energy, so he would suit a more active person with a private garden or a family.