Shiba Inu
Non-Sporting group · Small size · From Japan
An alert, active, attentive small Spitz — Japan's most popular national dog and the original 'doge' meme.
AlertActiveAttentive
Lifespan
13–16 years
Weight (M)
23 lbs
Height (M)
14.5–16.5"
Coat
medium
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Trait ratings
Energy
High
Trainability
Low
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
Moderate
Shedding
Lower = less hair
High
Grooming effort
Low
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
Low
Good with kids
Moderate
Good with dogs
Low
Good with strangers
Low
Protectiveness
High
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
High
Common health issues
- • Patellar luxation
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Eye disorders
- • Allergies
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
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