SHIBA INFORMATION

Shiba Inu are not for everyone. They are wonderful, sweet, loving, fun dogs, But they do require proper training and upbringing to live up to this description.

Shibas are not your typical small dog! They are really a big dog in a small body. They need proper socializing, training and exercise or they can get bored and destructive. They have a unique personality that is not like any other breed. They have been compared to a cat more than once.

They do require weekly brushing to keep them looking tidy. they shed twice a year quite heavily. At this time they should be brushed daily.

If you are interested in more information about Shiba Inu FIRST read Jacey Holden's introduction to The Shiba Inu. Available from

Jacey Holden
3991 W.Peltier Rd.
Lodi, Ca 95242

for $4.50 each. OR go to The Shiba Club of America website and read "An introduction to the Shiba Inu" parts 1 and 2.

Be sure to go to the official Shiba Inu Homepage which is filled with information about rescues, training, showing, breeders, grooming, etc.

See the Shiba Inu Links for more informational sites.

Book Recommendations

Shiba Books

The Total Shiba By Gretchen Haskett & Susan Houser
Shiba Inus by Laura Payton
The Complete Shiba by Maureen Atkinson

Training, Raising, Behavior and Fun

Before You Get Your Puppy by Ian Dunbar
After You Get Your Puppy by Ian Dunbar
Puppies! Why They Do What They Do by Penelope Milne
Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson
Mine:A Practical Guide To Resource Guarding In Dogs by Jean Donaldson
Clicking With Your Dog By Peggy Tillman
Clicker Training Your Dog by Karen Pryor
Train Your Dog, Change Your Life by Maureen & Gary Ross
Enjoying Dog Agility by Julie Daniels
Guide to Backpacking With Your Dog by Charlene Labelle
Simple Guide to Getting Active With Your Dog by Margaret Bonham
Aggression In Dogs,Practical Management, Prevention & Behavior Modification by Brenda Aloff (a bit pricey but thorough)
Tracking From The Ground Up by Sandy Ganz & Susan Boyd