The Shiba Inu is a small and agile breed of dog that was originally bred in Japan for hunting small game. They are intelligent, independent, and alert, and make excellent companion dogs.
Shiba Inu
Also known as Shiba, Japanese Shiba Inu
Origin
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Mountainous regions of central Japan
Group
- Non-Sporting
Lifespan
- 12–15 years
Size
- Height
- Male 37–42 cm · Female 34–39 cm
- Weight
- Male 8–11 kg · Female 7–9 kg
Coat
- Type
- double
- Length
- short
- Colours
- red, black and tan, sesame, cream
Traits
- spirited, bold, good-natured, independent, alert, reserved with strangers