Also, do they bite viciously? Are they very friendly? Can you brush its teeth without biting you? Are they obedient? Can you play catch with them?
Also when puppies are teething, do Shiba Inu's bite you hard?
Can you have a shiba inu puppy in your bed and bite your face off when you sleep with them?
How hard is it raising a shiba inu puppy?
All puppies are the same. When teething, they will bite just about anything including fingers, furniture, toys, etc. When dealing with a teething puppy, you need to encourage chewing on the appropriate items by giving them a chew toy or bone when they chew on the wrong items(or hands). Never hit a puppy.
Most dogs can play fetch or catch if you train him to. Obedience is something taught, not something a puppy comes with.
When dealing with biting, it all depends on how you raise a puppy. The breed doesn't matter. If you let a puppy bite, he will continue to bite. No dog bites more than others. A bored puppy is a destructive puppy.
Furthermore.. No puppy can bite your face off. Puppy teeth are sharp, but can't do too much damage.
Reply:What is the deal with the biting? Shiba inus can be an aloof breed but no well trained dog bites at every opportunity.
Reply:General Appearance
The Shiba is the smallest of the Japanese native breeds of dog and was 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. Males and females are distinctly different in appearance: males are masculine without coarseness, females are feminine without weakness of structure.
Coat
Double coated with the outer coat being stiff and straight and the undercoat soft and thick. Fur is short and even on face, ears, and legs. Guard hairs stand off the body are about 1½ to 2 inches in length at the withers. Tail hair is slightly longer and stands open in a brush. It is preferred that the Shiba be presented in a natural state. Trimming of the coat must be severely penalized. Serious Fault--Long or woolly coat.
Temperament
A spirited boldness, a good nature, and an unaffected forthrightness, which together yield dignity and natural beauty. The Shiba has an independent nature and can be reserved toward strangers but is loyal and affectionate to those who earn his respect. At times aggressive toward other dogs, the Shiba is always under the control of his handler. Any aggression toward handler or judge or any overt shyness must be severely penalized.
Summary
The foregoing is a description of the ideal Shiba. Any deviation from the above standard is to be considered a fault and must be penalized. The severity of the fault is equal to the extent of the deviation. A harmonious balance of form, color, movement, and temperament is more critical than any one feature.
Reply:Shibas are generally independent and intelligent dogs. Some owners struggle with obedience training, but like many dogs, socialization at a young age can greatly affect temperament. Traits such as independence and intelligence are often associated with ancient dog breeds, such as the Shiba Inu. Some shibas must always be on a leash, but with the proper upbringing, a shiba's loyalty will keep the dog with its owner for life.
Reply:Shiba Inus
What's good about 'em
What's bad about 'em
There are energetic Shibas, and placid Shibas.
Hard-headed Shibas, and sweet-natured Shibas.
Serious Shibas, and good-natured goofballs.
Introverted Shibas, and Shibas who love everyone.
If you acquire a Shiba Inu puppy, you can't know for sure what he or she will grow up to be like. Because a good number of purebred puppies do NOT grow up to conform to the "norm."
Now let's look at some common characteristics for this breed...
If you want a dog who...
Is conveniently-sized, sturdy, and spitz-like, with prick ears, foxy face, thick coat, and curled tail
Is energetic, bold, and spirited -- definitely not a lapdog
Moves swiftly with light-footed grace
Thrives on vigorous exercise and athletic activities
Makes a keen watchdog
A Shiba Inu may be right for you.
If you don't want to deal with...
Vigorous exercise requirements
Massive destructiveness when bored or left alone too much
Suspiciousness toward strangers when not socialized enough
Aggression toward other animals -- strong chasing instincts
Escape attempts and running away, oblivious to your calls, when an interesting sight or scent catches his attention
Strong-willed mind of his own, requiring a confident owner who can take charge
Heavy shedding
A Shiba Inu may not be right for you.
If I were considering a Shiba Inu...
My major concerns would be:
Providing enough exercise and mental stimulation. Shiba Inus are active go-getters who MUST have regular opportunities to vent their energy and to use their busy minds to do interesting things. Otherwise they will become rambunctious and bored -- which they usually express by destructive chewing. Bored Shibas are famous for chewing through drywall, ripping the stuffing out of sofas, and turning your yard into a moonscape of craters.
I strongly recommend that you get your Shiba Inu involved in obedience classes at the intermediate or advanced level, or in agility (an obstacle course for dogs), as outlets for his high energy.
Suspiciousness toward strangers. Standoffish by nature, Shiba Inus need extensive exposure to people and to unusual sights and sounds. Otherwise their natural caution can become suspiciousness, which is difficult to live with and could even lead to biting.
If you have small children, I do not recommend a Shiba Inu. This breed does NOT like to be grabbed or hugged or held tightly, and if pushed too far, may react defensively.
Animal aggression. The Shiba Inu was bred to hunt other animals. Many Shiba Inus are dominant or aggressive toward other dogs of the same sex. Many have strong instincts to chase and seize small fleeing creatures. This can make for conflict if you own a cat. It may be much worse than that if you own a pet rabbit or hamster!
Shiba Inus cannot be trusted off-leash. They will take off -- oblivious to your frantic shouts -- after anything that runs.
Fence security. Many Shiba Inus are clever escape artists who will go over or under fences in search of adventure. To keep your Shiba Inu in, you may need higher fences than you might imagine for their small size. Some Shibas are incredible climbers who require a covered pen when outdoors. You may also need to sink wire into the ground along the fence line to thwart digging. Gates should have the highest quality locks.
The strong temperament. Shiba Inus are not Golden Retrievers. They have an independent mind of their own and are not pushovers to raise and train. They can be manipulative, and many are willful, obstinate, and dominant (they want to be the boss) and will make you prove that you can make them do things. You must show them, through absolute consistency, that you mean what you say.
To teach your Shiba to listen to you, "Respect Training" is mandatory. My Shiba Inu Training Page discusses the program you need.
Heavy shedding. Shibas shed a LOT. You'll find hair and fur all over your clothing, upholstery, carpeting, under your furniture, on your countertops -- even in your food. Frequent vacuuming will become a way of life. Make sure you're REALLY up for this.
If you're considering an adult Shiba Inu...
There are plenty of adult Shibas who have already proven themselves NOT to have negative characteristics. If you find such an adult, don't let "typical breed negatives" worry you.
When you acquire a puppy, you're acquiring potential -- what he one day will be. So "typical breed characteristics" are very important. But when you acquire an adult, you're acquiring what he already IS.
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http://www.shibaweb.com/bookstor.htm
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Reply:I have a Shiba Inu, and they're not vicious dogs at all. Dogs develop their personalities during their first few months after birth, so their behavior reflects how they are treated. Most puppies like to chew things and will bite (nip) playfully, so just give them a variety of chew toys and they'll be fine.
You will have to work extra hard to train your Shiba Inu. This breed is very strong-minded and independent. But they are very intelligent also, so they can be trained with enough persistance. They can also be territorial and protective. I've always heard that if a Shiba Inu could say one word, it would be "mine."
And my Shiba Inu loves to play catch, but we play indoors. Shibas are natural hunters, so I highly recommend keeping them on a leash when playing outside. They will run off and chase anything that moves.
I hope that helps. Good luck
Reply:I have a shiba inu. His name is Mitu. He's great. I have a friend who got a female shiba inu and he regretted it big time.
Yes, they bite, just like any puppy.
They are friendly if you socialize them properly. Mitu is standoffish with most people, but he is a sweet heart with my mother, me, and our close friends.
Shiba Inu's are not particularly obedient. It is possible to train them.... but it's tough.
They have the personality of a cat. So if you like cats, but want a dog, a shiba inu is perfect. They do not follow you around everywhere like most dogs.
I sleep with my shiba inu all the time and I have never once been worried he was going to bite my face off. He snores a little bit, but other than that, he is a great bed partner.
A shiba inu is not the dog for everyone.
Reply:I just got a shiba about 3 weeks ago, Jack Bow-er. He has been wonderful! He does listen to my husband better than me but its because he has the strong, in charge tye of voice, and I dont. As long as you tell them you are in charge, you should be fine.
He likes to play, run, and plays catch with a tennis ball, and he will bring it back to me. He is very friendly, but has kind of a cat like personality. He wants attention when he wants it.
He does bite, but you just have to teach him not to. He loves socks that are balled up, and his bones to chew on. Likes to hide his bones in the house.
I doubt you will have much luck brushing teeth, mine doesn't like to be brushed!
He does sleep with us and wakes us when he needs to potty. Has done very good potty training.
He hasn't really tried to bite my face yet. Just don't let him.
I would recommend this breed. They MUST be socialized with dogs and people right when you bring im home, and continuously, can be very protective of its owners.
Good luck!
Reply:It can be challenging to raise a shiba. They are very smart and very stubborn. They need consistancy and patience. It didn't take long for her to learn commands, but she will test you to make sure you really mean what you say. To quote my vet "Dogs always have one question...who is the boss? Some ask it once and they accept the answer, others ask it everyday." Shibas are the latter of the two.
My shiba does not bite viciously. She is an 8 month old puppy, so she will nip, but gets a firm no when this happens. The only thing I have seen her bite viciously is her stuffed toys, she will chomp down on them and shake furiously (it is quite amusing).
Zoe is very friendly. A key to the friendliness is socialization. As soon as we got her we had her in as many different situations as we could. We took her to Petsmart, car shows, parks and walks around the neighborhood so she could meet a lot of people and a lot of dogs. She loves people, kids, dogs and cats. Her favorite place is the dog park because she gets to play without a leash!
Unfortunatly I don't have an answer about the teeth brushing because we don't do that. But I would bet that if you start while they are puppies you can train them to accept it like any other task.
My shiba is obedient, but sometimes you have to give the command more than once. She does have naughty spurts, but I think any dog does this.
Zoe loves to play catch! It is one of her favorite games. We will take her to the tennis courts (the only fenced area in our neighborhood) and play fetch with her. She loves it. It is great exercise for her too! If it is hot or rainy or someone is using the courts we will play with one of her stuffed toys inside.
When she was teething she didn't bite hard, she just nipped and usually doesn't even close her mouth. A stern no and turning away usually stops the action.
I'm not sure how to even approach the last question. You can have any dog in bed with you if you choose to do so. I don't think a puppy has the strength to bit your face off. My girl is more likely to cover you in kisses. On the weekends we wake my fiancee up that way. She loves to wake daddy up with kisses.
Hope I was able to help!
Reply:no they don't bite viciously, yes they are friendly, start using your finger moving along the dogs gums, with the proper training very obedient, yes u can play catch with them, no just hard nips, It is not recommended for any type of dog to sleep in the bed with you, cause as a puppy, it could poop or pee in the bed.
Reply:every time the dog bites, give it about 10 swats with a newspaper.
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