Shiba Inu
🐕 The doge! Shiba Inus are famous for their fox-like faces and curly tails. They are very confident, sassy, and cleaner than most cats!
⚡ Quick Facts
💖 Personality & Behavior
Shibas are unique! They are independent thinkers and often described as cat-like. They scream like humans when they are unhappy (it is called the 'Shiba Scream') but smile when they see their favorite people!
🍖 Food & Treats
Shibas love treats but can be picky eaters! They need a balanced diet to keep their beautiful coat shiny. 🍣
🎾 Play & Activities
Favorite Games & Activities:
- Chasing toys
- Running in circles
- Puzzle feeders
- Hiking
- Keep-away
Shibas like to play on their own terms! They might chase a ball five times and then decide they are done. They love zoomies and exploring new places!
🏡 Living Environment
Shibas are great indoor dogs! They are very clean and easy to housebreak. They love having a window to watch the world go by.
✨ Fun Facts
- The oldest and smallest of Japan's dogs.
- They are known for the 'Shiba Scream'!
- They are incredibly clean and groom themselves like cats.
- Almost went extinct during WWII.
- Their name means 'brushwood dog'.
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Jindo
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