Are Shiba Inus Good Pets? 10 Pros and Cons of Owning a Shiba

Are Shiba Inus Good Pets? | 10 Pros and Cons of Owning a Shiba

Shiba Inus have become one of the most famous dogs on the Internet. But are they actually good pets?

In this video, we share the different pros and cons of Shiba Inus, as well as our personal thoughts on whether they actually make good pets. If you're considering adding a Shiba Inu to your family, make sure to watch this video to help you decide if they are the right pet for you!

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[heebsgames]

Also worth mentioning Shibas are healthy and live a long time. They don't have the kind of rampant health problems a lot of other breeds have.

[gtaclevelandcity]

I grew up with a shiba named Banzai. My folks got him only a couple months before I was born and spent my entire early childhood with him. He was standoff-ish and stoic on the outside but loving and fiercely loyal on the inside.

[perlgirl]

I never saw my husband cry until our senior Shiba died. He was all that and more. They are great dogs.

[ToastyBrain]

My parents have a Shiba. His name is Jirou, I call him Boofer. He's a good dog, knows his routine well. Very loyal to me and my parents. The only thing he loves more than us is his own reflection. lol

[csyih]

I had a Shiba (guy in my profile pic) and he was amongst the most lively, loving, compassionate (you read that right), and loyal living beings I have ever known. Unfortunately, he passed away because of cancer at 11 years and 4 months exactly one week ago. He loved me with all his heart and so did I. The looks he gave me that expressed how he much he will miss me because he knew his time was near just broke my heart. Still utterly devastated by his death.

[headcrab]

Our shiba definitely breaks the mould on "Quiet Demeanor". He's a very, VERY vocal pup and lets us know when he's suffered the most minor of inconveniences.

[danielgabalski]

I’m a border collie guy but I had a neighbor once who had a couple Shibas and they were wonderful pups. I lived next to that guy for 7-8 years and I never once heard them bark. They would just com to the fence and stare at me.

[blackheartbev]

I miss my Shiba so much. Got her in 2006, and she passed in 2017. Best dog I ever had. RIP Babie 💕💕

[Chicahcah]

We love our Shiba Inu Buster! He’s been such a huge part of our lives. I think the Japanese culture has been ingrained in the breed and ours is completely different from other dog breeds. You do not dominate the Shiba, which is a hard concept for many American dog owners to understand. It truly is a relationship of trust and respect.

[RavennaAl]

Whenever I’m asked if our Shiba is hard to train I always say “Yes, because we don’t speak Japanese and she doesn’t understand a word of English”

[JickAudio]

My Shiba, Koji, is so spunky. Half the time I talk to him like “Child, who the hell do you think you are?” And he does his little sassy bark. There are days that are difficult for sure, but I wouldn’t trade Koji for any other dog in the world.

[artonthecreek]

Tadashi❤❤❤
We had our Sasha for 14 1/2 beautiful years. She was the most rewarding dog we’ve ever had in our family-when our Lab died she constantly followed me around and touched her nose to my calf, saying “don’t worry-I’m here.” I was so distraught over losing my soulmate dog that I didn’t notice her Shiba-persistence until one day I looked down and there she was…looking up at me with the most knowing eyes. She worked her way into my soul deeper than any other dog. Her loss is still hard, and I would love nothing more than to be a Shiba mom again. Shibas are by far the most unique dog you will ever welcome into your life. Fiercely loyal, fiercely loving, fiercely smart, and fiercely intelligent. They are VERY fast to react-Sasha taught me so much about dog language - we became partners at a very deep level. Shiba parents reading this will know what I mean.

If you are considering a Shiba, I highly recommend reading the “Shibas 101” section on the Colorado Shiba Inu Rescue website.

These dogs are not for the inexperienced dog owner.

If you are willing to work with your Shiba companion, go on daily outdoor adventures, and grow into a partnership with them, you will be a newly fulfilled person❤❤

[bernbsy]

I've never met a Shiba outside Japan but not surprisingly they are like their Japanese owners. They are wary of strangers but very attached to their owners. Possible this is a result of a lack of socialization. Japanese rarely invite outsiders inside their homes so Shibas just don't meet many people. They're generally very calm and kind of aloof. The one that lives near me has the softest fur that I've ever felt on a dog. He basically tolerates my presence and allows me to pet him when he wants.

[neurofiber]

Shibas are much smarter than their owners expect. They will track your behavior.
And know when they can get away with things you don't want them to do.
Which includes digging holes under fences to go exploring in the spring...
They very quickly come to the conclusion that they know things you don't and will use that to their advantage.

[stellaluna]

It is a hit and miss with these guys. My shiba definitly has most Shiba qualities, but the odd one is that he is very social with humans, and some dogs. He loves to be pet and greeted by strangers, and plays with kids. Ppl always say he is friendly for a Shiba. With dogs he is a hit-and-miss, sometimes will like them other days he will do a snarky bark. I love this non-stinky Doggo! He definitely is my bff!

[TAZMIN]

I am blessed to have two, they have a level of intelligence that is Spiritual. The love and power they exude is healing. The female is very affectionate, the male is such a gentleman..he waits for the female and accompanies her outside regardless of whether he needs to go or not. They are both alert and protective of the home, property, and children in the family as well as myself. Shedding is not an issue it is part of caring for what I love and am grateful to have in my life. We learn from each other...if we humble ourselves and listen to what their personalities bring to our daily lives.

[autumninvirginia]

A friend of mine hadc2 Shiba. They decided I was a ok and I adored them both. My little ginger girl passed 2 years ago but she and her brother are forever in my heart.

[Mi-igzz]

I love the breed introduction done by actual owners, thank you so much for the informative video.

[desperado]

god I love how they can be stubborn and ignore you. makes them even more lovely

[nahnotsomuch]

Some folks I met at a week long get together had one. We went into the local town one night for kind of a change of pace dinner. I rode with them and sat in the back with their Shiba Inu. When I got in, he was clearly pretty standoffish and had zero idea what to think of me invading the back seat of his car. The couple said he would probably ignore me, but that I shouldn't let it bother me, he does it to everyone. 15 minutes into the 30 minute trip, he rested his head on my leg and had no issues with me petting him. On the trip back, he just curled up in my lap and slept then entire way. Both the husband and wife were absolutely floored and said they'd never seen him react to anyone else that way.