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Dogs -Japanese Shiba InuShiba Inu means, "Little dog." The Shiba Inu originated in central Japan where they were bred for hunting all kinds of animals. They are the smallest hunting dogs. They are fast, cunning, and unafraid. Shibas make good watchdogs. The Shiba Inu has a distinctive bushy tail curled over his back. The thick, short coat has a coarse texture. He has short, erect ears and an alert expression. The eyes are slanted and the face is fox-like. Height: males 39.5 cms at shoulder, females 36.5 cms Class: This Spitz type dog falls in the Utility Group.
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dog may have the cunning mind of a fox, but WE can have the mind of
Christ. 1 Corinthians 2, 16
The Shiba Inu is fairly new in South Africa, but there are a few breeders. Japanese Shiba Inus owned by Mr F. M. S-D, South Africa. The red & gold dog is Rafiki Sita. The black & tan dog is Sibra Hot Attraction.
2 pics of Bebe, a Shiba inu belonging to Lana Stockman, New Zealand
The shiba inu was popularised by the movie, "Hachi" starring Richard Geer in 2009. More pet topics on this siteDog Breeders (other breeds) Health & illness of dogs and cats Cats (Info only - no breeders listed) Rabbits (Info only - no breeders listed) Guinea pigs & small pets (Info only - no breeders listed) Birds (Info only - no breeders listed)
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