 PersonalityThe well-bred Shiba Inu is good-natured, alert, and bold. They are strong-willed and confident, and often has their own ideas about things. They are loyal and affectionate with his family, though tends to be suspicious of strangers.The Shiba Inu doesn't share well. They tend to guard, sometimes aggressively, his food, toys, or territory. And he doesn't always get along with other dogs, especially if he's intact. They won't hesitate to chase small animals that he considers prey.This is a smart breed, but training a Shiba isn't like training a Golden retriever. While a Golden is delighted to come when called, the Shiba Inu will come when they feel like it — or not. They have been described as stubborn, but freethinking is probably a more positive way to characterize them.Shiba Inu needs early socialization — exposure to many different people, sights, sounds, and experiences — when they're young. Socialization helps ensure that your Shiba puppy grows up to be a well-rounded dog.Enrolling them in a puppy kindergarten class is a great start. Inviting visitors over regularly, and taking them to busy parks, stores that allow dogs, and on leisurely strolls to meet neighbors will also help them polish his social skills. |
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