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Written by experienced author and dog owner Vanessa Richie, The Complete Guide to the Shiba Inu is an excellent overview of this beautiful breed and contains information, tips, and advice from some of the top Shiba breeders in the world. Don’t let their adorable appearance fool you though – they will certainly use it to their advantage if you let them. Notorious escape artists and unapologetic alpha canines, a Shiba Inu can quickly learn to dominate your home if you aren’t ready to lay down the law from day one. Be prepared to tackle the challenge of owning a Shiba Inu by reading about: Finding Your Shiba Inu Preparing your Family and House Shina Health and Wellness Bringing your Shiba Inu Home The Multipet Household Housetraining Shiba Socialization Training your Shiba Inu Nutrition Grooming — Productive Bonding Genetic Health Concerns Common to Shiba Inu The Aging Shiba Inu The Shiba Inu was made a Japanese national treasure during the 1930s, and for very good reasons. With a fox like appearance, this breed is also the most easily recognizable of the six dog breeds indigenous to Japan. These adorable little dogs are full of energy and intellect that will keep you both entertained and on your toes. When it comes to people, Shiba Inu are incredibly affectionate and charming, but don’t expect that to translate into easy training. They can be quite headstrong if you don’t take a firm and consistent approach to training them. They can also be very vocal, so you will need to plan to train a puppy to be quiet. They have an average life expectancy of between 12 and 16 years, so bringing one of these little guys into your home is likely to give you a long-term companion that can entertain you, and may demand a bit of entertainment in return. It is hard to imagine that these sturdy, affectionate dogs were once on the brink of extinction. Over the last 60 years, they have become an extremely popular breed because of the combination of easy-care, adorable appearance, and charming personality.

All about this courageous and loyal canine which was originally bred in Japan.

"Shiba Inu Bible and Shiba Inus brilliantly covers the magnificent Shiba Inu better than any other resource I've found. Thanks for such a great Shiba Inu guide! - Karen Stevens, Dallas, TX. "Shiba Inus are my life and this is the best and most entertaining as well as most informative Shiba Inu guide I've found- pick one up now!" - Janice Atherton, Fullerton, CA. "The Shiba Inu guide I wish I had 5 years ago - don't hesitate - great guide." - Melissa Mandow, Phoenix, AZ. "Shibas are amazing- and this Shiba Inu resource is super helpful and fun, full of insider tips that may take you years to find out if you don't read it!" - Catherine Thompson, Seattle, WA. -The Shiba Inu is an ancient and well-loved breed with much to offer. For an affectionate, loyal family companion with the intelligence and independence to keep you on your toes, you can't go wrong adding one of these lovable characters to your home! The Shiba Inu temperament is characterized by its bold, fearless spirit, which is always well balanced by its excellent nature. -A dog highly prized for its independence- the Shiba approaches strangers with caution but bonds deeply to its family with whom it is quite affectionate.The Shiba Inu is also highly prized for its bold, brave nature, making it well-suited to work as a guard dog. -Since the Shiba is a tremendously loyal dog breed it is only too happy to provide oversight and protection for its master's home and hearth.In this Shiba Inu guide, you will find a collection of invaluable advice about this wonderful breed: from spotting a healthy Shiba Inu puppy and reputable Shiba Inu breeder, to how to prepare your home for your Shiba Inu, how to make sure it grows up healthy into adulthood and into a great companion for you for the many years you'll spend together. -All your questions will be answered such as "does the Shiba Inu get along well with other pets? What about with children? Is excessive barking an issue? Where's the best place to find the healthiest Shiba Inu with the best personality? How do I keep my Shiba Inu healthy? Should I breed my Shiba Inu? And, much, much more! So, what are you waiting for? Click the Add to Cart Button Now on the Top Right of This Page- to get yours and discover what makes the Shiba Inu so great! "Shiba Inu Bible and Shiba Inus brilliantly covers the magnificent Shiba Inu better than any other resource I've found. Thanks for such a great Shiba Inu guide! - Karen Stevens, Dallas, TX. "Shiba Inus are my life and this is the best and most entertaining as well as most informative Shiba Inu guide I've found- pick one up now!" - Janice Atherton, Fullerton, CA. "The Shiba Inu guide I wish I had 5 years ago - don't hesitate - great guide." - Melissa Mandow, Phoenix, AZ. "Shibas are amazing- and this Shiba Inu resource is super helpful and fun, full of insider tips that may take you years to find out if you don't read it!" - Catherine Thompson, Seattle, WA.

The shiba inu was bred as a hunting dog in the mountainous regions of Japan to flush birds and other small animals out of bushes. Approved by the American Canine Association, this book uses accessible text and adorable full-color photographs to teach students about the shiba inu, including what to feed it, how to keep it clean and healthy, when it should be seen by a veterinarian, and the special considerations this breed requires. A Note to Parents addresses the importance of neutering and spaying, microchipping, checking to see if a dog license is required, and adopting from a shelter or rescue group. A Read About Dogs section directs students to books and websites with additional information.

Your neighbor Ryuji brings you smiles‼Ryuji, one of the most famous Shiba Inus on Instagram, makes everyone happy!! Ryuji is a Shiba Inu that lives with his family in a peaceful village in Okayama Prefecture, Japan. His family decided to keep him as a guard dog but he smiles, he gets happy, grumpy, nervous, relaxed, excited, proud, brave...etc. He shows many different expressions and different looks every day. He is now much more than just a guard dog...he's a part of the family and a local celebrity in his village. Ryuji's smile has even touched hearts outside of Japan. When his family started to post his pictures on Instagram, Ryuji's smile suddenly spread across the sea, earning him more than 315K followers all over the world. The author and the editor of this book have carefully chosen the best pictures that reveal Ryuji's charm and showcases his lifestyle. Readers can now imagine that Ryuji is their own neighbor smiling back at them. This book is an ultimate collection of Ryuji's best shots, which will be a perfect gift for your family, friend, and yourself!! Why not let Ryuji brighten your day?

The Shiba Inu, one of the oldest native dogs of Japan, has grown in status as a popular show and companion dog. This top-quality book details the temperament of the Shiba and gives invaluable advice on training and socialization. The Breed Standard is discussed and there is a special section on showing and judging the breed.