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Personal Space for Shiba Inu
Every living thing has its own area called personal space. And when something unknown enters that area, they feel uneasy or...


Dog Run for Shiba Inu
As your dog grows, just indoor spaces will be not enough as a playground. When you want to let your dog run around in a big place, a dog...


Let's Go to Dog Shows
What's the most efficient way to identify a good dog that gets a good rating at a dog show according to the NIPPO standard? The best way...


Conflict Between a Dog's Feelings and Commands
After running around freely in a dog run or a large park, the dog may pretend not to hear its owner when its owner tells the dog “we are...


Dogs can Lie, too, The Reason is …
It may come as a surprise, but dogs can lie. However, the reason why dogs lie is not from malice or for its own benefit like humans do....


Another reason why Shiba Inus want to dig holes
The reason why dogs are so good at digging holes is that when they used to hunt, except for birds and large beasts, they used to catch...


Why Do Shiba Inus Want to Dig Holes?
The Shiba Inu is a small dog close genetically to wolves. So they still retain some habits from their wild period. One of their habits,...


The Risks of dogs and how to handle that
What kind of animal do you think dogs are like? Dogs have teeth. It is a dangerous weapon. It is better to think of dogs as animals that...


To live with Your Shiba Inu for a Long Time Vol.2
The life expectancy of Shiba Inus has increased compared to the past. One reason for this is food. Originally it was thought that plain...


To live with Your Shiba Inu for a Long Time Vol.1
Generally speaking, the lifespan of a Shiba Inu is around 12 to 15 years. All dog lovers will hope that their pet dog lives as long as...


The origin of the name Shiba Inu
The name "柴犬(Shiba Inu)" is made up of two parts: "柴" and "犬". The word "犬" can be read in two ways, "Inu" or "Ken”, which mean "dog" in...


The exercise for Shiba Inu puppy ( 7 months ~ 2 years after birth)
This is when your puppy starts to get some serious exercise. This period of exercise is an important part of your puppy's future body....


The exercise for Shiba Inu puppy (3-7 months after birth)
The exercise for Shiba Inu puppy 3-7 months after birth When your puppy starts to move a lot, you should start preparing to take him...


Shiba Inu's legs Vol.2
Hind legs The hind legs are important from the point of the dog's exercise skills. It consists of the hip, upper thigh, leg, lower...


Shiba Inu's legs Vol.1
NIPPO (Japanese Dog Preservation Society) establishes the Japanese Dog Standard. The purpose of this standard is to preserve and develop...


Shiba Inu’s Tail
Shiba Inu's tail is important and represents the characteristics of this breed. Generally speaking, "standing ears and curled tail" is...


How to keep your dog cool on a hot day (In case you cannot bring your dog indoors.)
Even if you keep your dog in a yard, considering the nature of the Shiba Inu, we do not recommend letting your dog off-leash. You should...


How to keep your dog cool on a hot day (In case you can bring your dog indoors.)
On hot summer days, even if your dog is in the shade of a roof, your dog can suffer heat stroke. Walking on hot summer days is especially...


Poisonous Plants for Shiba Inu Vol.2
Dogs instinctively don't get very close to plants that are poisonous to them. However, they may act differently than usual when they are...


Poisonous Plants for Shiba Inu Vol.1
The view of the garden where the dog is lounging is a lovely thing. With a beautiful garden and a happy dog, it's truly a peaceful scene....
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