How to Choose a Shiba Inu Puppy
Consider the breed's hunting instinct.. Be aware that training can be a challenge.. Know that this is an independent breed.
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Consider the breed's hunting instinct.
Consider the breed's hunting instinct.
Be aware that training can be a challenge.
Be aware that training can be a challenge.
Know that this is an independent breed.
Know that this is an independent breed.
Reconsider the breed if you want a cuddly dog.
Reconsider the breed if you want a cuddly dog.
Beware the Shiba Inu's reputation for aggressive reactions.
Beware the Shiba Inu's reputation for aggressive reactions.
Consider whether you want a male or female.
Consider whether you want a male or female.
Be prepared for coat maintenance.
Be prepared for coat maintenance.
Think about the breed's predicted life span and health concerns.
Think about the breed's predicted life span and health concerns.
Don't overlook their character strengths.
Don't overlook their character strengths.
Look for a trustworthy breeder.
Look for a trustworthy breeder.
Know the hallmarks of untrustworthy Shiba Inu breeders.
Know the hallmarks of untrustworthy Shiba Inu breeders.
Assess each puppy's health.
Assess each puppy's health.
Evaluate the parents' appearance.
Evaluate the parents' appearance.
Examine the litter as a whole.
Examine the litter as a whole.
Don't get distracted by how cute the puppy is.
Don't get distracted by how cute the puppy is.
Look for a puppy who is naturally curious about people.
Look for a puppy who is naturally curious about people.
Make sure the puppy is well-socialized.
Make sure the puppy is well-socialized.
Test his trainability.
Test his trainability.
Perform a simple test for aggression.
Perform a simple test for aggression.
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