Finding Your First Shiba Inu for Your Family

Posted in Uncategorized on August 31st, 2009

The Shiba Inu is the smallest of all Japanese dog breeds. Shiba Inu puppies, or simply Shibas, usually have dark snouts, upright ears, and they bear a great resemblance to foxes. The puppies may be of various colors but usually, they have a reddish coat. Because of its universal charm, the Shiba Inu is usually used as a model for stuffed toys. If you intend to buy one, you should be aware that in choosing, the cuteness is not your only consideration. You should select based on intelligence instead. Shiba Inu deserve some research before you commit to adding this dog to your home.

Shiba Inu puppies require considerable attention and have a tendency to be aggressive. They also make good watchdogs because of their defensive nature. You need to train yours well in order for them to become vigorous and jovial members of the family. You can get lots of information on Shiba Inu training from breeders and the internet.

In addition, you must make sure that their fur is cleaned regularly and that they get daily exercise. They are not expected to be outside pets. Rather, they are sensitive and prefer to live as members of the family. Therefore, you should go for a puppy that is not very difficult to train. It is very important to learn all you can about Shiba Inu information before you purchase a dog. Listed hereunder are the steps you must take when selecting a Shiba Inu puppy to breed.

1.) Choose between a male and a female puppy. Both of them have their own pros and cons but the males, in the main, are more stable. Then again, if they are not taught well on how to socialize, they can be quite aggressive. The female puppies are usually moodier but can present a gentle side as well. Choose whether you want a male puppy that is low-maintenace or a moody female that will bear more puppies.

2.) Refer to the standards set by the American Kennel Colony. If you are seriously planning to breed your puppy, it must be consistent with the standards. The only valid colors of Shibas based on the AKC standards are “bright red-orange” and “black with tans points and sesame”. The colors should also have a first coating referred to as “urajiro”, which is ashen white in color. In addition, according to AKC, the hind legs of all Shiba Inu puppies must not dewclaws on them. Otherwise, you need to have them removed through surgery. Your puppy must also have the required shots for rabies protection. Woolly or long fur is prohibited for your puppy.

3.) Choose a reputable breeder. call him on the phone and ask the significant questions such as if the puppies have already received their initial set of shots, what food does he feed them with, etc. Be absolutely certain that the breeder of the puppy is offering complete AKC registration with the breeding rights already included.

4.) Check on the puppies yourself. Observe how they cooperate and network with each other. Go for the average puppy. You would not want to buy the biggest, meanest puppy of the litter, nor would you wish for a sickly and timid one.

5.) Go purchase the one you have selected!