The Complete Shiba Inu

Written by experienced author and dog owner Vanessa Richie, The Complete Guide to the Shiba Inu is an excellent overview of this beautiful breed and contains information, tips, and advice from some of the top Shiba breeders in the world. Don’t let their adorable appearance fool you though – they will certainly use it to their advantage if you let them. Notorious escape artists and unapologetic alpha canines, a Shiba Inu can quickly learn to dominate your home if you aren’t ready to lay down the law from day one. Be prepared to tackle the challenge of owning a Shiba Inu by reading about: Finding Your Shiba Inu Preparing your Family and House Shina Health and Wellness Bringing your Shiba Inu Home The Multipet Household Housetraining Shiba Socialization Training your Shiba Inu Nutrition Grooming — Productive Bonding Genetic Health Concerns Common to Shiba Inu The Aging Shiba Inu The Shiba Inu was made a Japanese national treasure during the 1930s, and for very good reasons. With a fox like appearance, this breed is also the most easily recognizable of the six dog breeds indigenous to Japan. These adorable little dogs are full of energy and intellect that will keep you both entertained and on your toes. When it comes to people, Shiba Inu are incredibly affectionate and charming, but don’t expect that to translate into easy training. They can be quite headstrong if you don’t take a firm and consistent approach to training them. They can also be very vocal, so you will need to plan to train a puppy to be quiet. They have an average life expectancy of between 12 and 16 years, so bringing one of these little guys into your home is likely to give you a long-term companion that can entertain you, and may demand a bit of entertainment in return. It is hard to imagine that these sturdy, affectionate dogs were once on the brink of extinction. Over the last 60 years, they have become an extremely popular breed because of the combination of easy-care, adorable appearance, and charming personality.

The experts at Kennel Club Books present the world's largest series of breed-specific canine care books. Each of KCB's critically acclaimed Comprehensive Owner's Guides covers everything from breed standards to behavior, from training to health and nutrition. With nearly 200 titles in print, this series is sure to please the fancier of even the rarest dog!

The Shiba Inu Dog Complete Owners Manual has the answers you need when researching this independent, purebred spitz breed canine with the strong prey drive. Learn about the smallest of the six original Japanese breeds and find out whether or not this foxy-looking dog will be the best choice for you and your family. It is important to gather as much information as possible before you take the plunge to share your home with a fur friend. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets, and how to care for every aspect of your Shiba Inu's life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not the Shiba Inu is the breed for you. If you already have a Shiba Inu, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner. The author George Hoppendale is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home. Co-Author Asia Moore is a professional Dog Whisperer, Cynologist and Author, living on Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, in Canada, who believes that all humans and dogs can live together in harmony. She and her dog whispering team, which includes an 8-year-old Shih Tzu named Boris, teach dog psychology to humans, to help alleviate problem behaviors that arise between humans and their canine counterparts so that everyone can live a happy and stress-free life together. Covered in this book: - Breeding - Temperament - Vital statistics - Before you buy - Choosing the right dog - Health - Daily care - Feeding - House training - Medical care & safety - Grooming - Training - Poisonous Foods & Plants - Caring for your aging dog .... and much more.

The Shiba Inu, one of the oldest native dogs of Japan, has grown in status as a popular show and companion dog. This top-quality book details the temperament of the Shiba and gives invaluable advice on training and socialization. The Breed Standard is discussed and there is a special section on showing and judging the breed.

Shiba Inu Bible And Shiba Inus is your definitive Shiba Inu Guide! Discover a wealth of Shiba Inu info like selecting a healthy puppy, preparing your home, making sure your Shiba Inu grows up healthy, and much, much more! INSIDER Shiba Inu tips are all inside. So, what are you waiting for? Keep reading to discover what makes the Shiba so great!

Bodhi, the Shiba Inu behind the beloved blog Menswear Dog, is here to show you how to dress like a man. Organized seasonally, The New Classics highlights the timeless, can’t-go-wrong items every man needs in his wardrobe—from a chambray shirt to a perfectly fitted peacoat (all modeled by Bodhi, of course)—and shows how to mix and match them all year long. Whatever your style dilemma, dog’s got your back! Readers will learn what to wear to a summer wedding, when to splurge (on the perfect white dress shirt) and when to save (snag your military field jacket at a thrift store), the secrets to getting the right fit, the brands that stand the test of time, the basics of clothing care, and more.

If you are considering adding a Shiba Inu to your family, or already have, and you want to learn more about its personality and subtle nuances, then this book is for you! Shiba Inus are some of the best looking and well-proportioned dogs that can also survive in most environments. They are very loyal and undeniably intelligent. However, they're not exactly for the faint-hearted, so if you are a timid first time dog owner, a Shiba Inu might very well rule your house before you know it. Just because they are intelligent, doesn't mean you can train them easily. Even seasoned dog trainers will admit that Shiba Inus are quite a handful, and they require a self-confident and strong-willed master. With that said though, the Shiba personality is so distinct and especially loveable, even in spite of its peculiarities. This book was written to provide you with absolutely everything you might ever need to know about the Shiba breed, including the critical step-by-step instructions to train your Shiba with the most important and useful obedience commands.

Your neighbor Ryuji brings you smiles‼Ryuji, one of the most famous Shiba Inus on Instagram, makes everyone happy!! Ryuji is a Shiba Inu that lives with his family in a peaceful village in Okayama Prefecture, Japan. His family decided to keep him as a guard dog but he smiles, he gets happy, grumpy, nervous, relaxed, excited, proud, brave...etc. He shows many different expressions and different looks every day. He is now much more than just a guard dog...he's a part of the family and a local celebrity in his village. Ryuji's smile has even touched hearts outside of Japan. When his family started to post his pictures on Instagram, Ryuji's smile suddenly spread across the sea, earning him more than 315K followers all over the world. The author and the editor of this book have carefully chosen the best pictures that reveal Ryuji's charm and showcases his lifestyle. Readers can now imagine that Ryuji is their own neighbor smiling back at them. This book is an ultimate collection of Ryuji's best shots, which will be a perfect gift for your family, friend, and yourself!! Why not let Ryuji brighten your day?