Thursday, August 1, 2013

Information About Shiba Inu Breeders In Missouri

By Cathy Mercer


If you are looking for information about Shiba Inu breeders in Missouri then there are lots of different choices that you need to take into consideration. Shiba Inu are a breed of dog which originates from Japan. Inu is a Japanese word for dog or canine. The breed is one of the oldest surviving breeds which originated from ancient times.

The breed is a member of the so called Spitz breeds which consist of unique characteristics that include a tail which is upturned most of the time. Siberian Huskies, Akitas and Norwegian Elk Hounds are also related. The Shiba Inu is the shortest Spitz variety. The breed originally was bred to be a small dog so they would be able to cope in mountainous and rocky terrain that exists in that part of the World. Shiba in Japanese means brush wood.

Originally used back in feudal Japan for companionship and hunting they were known to go into wooded areas to scare animals for the hunters. The dogs fur is most usually a yellow color but they also may be red, brown, grey and even pure white. The complete translated name of the breed literally means the small bush wood dog in the Japanese language.

When you are looking for a breeder it is important to choose the correct one. It is essential that they care and love for their pets so they can help you do the same with your new dog. It is also a good idea to research and be aware of the specific characteristics and personalities of the specific breed you are considering. Males tend to be a bit more tall than the females and can weigh from about seventeen pounds to twenty three pounds on average.

The breed has a double layered coat that requires daily brushing. The soft under coat is straight and shorter. The dog's face is unique and can be recognized by the similarity to a fox's face. Most often the tail is curled up and laying flat on top of the hips of the dog. The legs are some times shorter than other breeds since they are not as long as other dogs.

The temperament of the dog should be taken into consideration by anyone who is considering adding one to their family. The breed can be known at times for it's aggressive behavior but with proper exercise and attention it is often never a problem. Early obedience training as a puppy is strongly recommended as well as correcting any negative social behaviors.

A good breeder will never keep a dog penned up and will always provide them with plenty of room to run around and play. Water and food should always be available and easily with in reach of the dog at all times. The breed does not always bark as often as most other dogs do. Instead, they will howl and even make a screaming noise which can be high pitched at times.

If you have been wanting to find Shiba Inu breeders in Missouri you can decide from the various ones which are available. For more information and details about the subject you may want to consider going online to view the specific traits and needs of the dog you are considering. You also will want to make sure you are ready to make a commitment to care for your new dog.




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