Alice White
#10 Due to the possessive nature of the Shiba Inu, it does not get along well with other pets, the desire to dominate and the constant struggle for resources will lead to conflicts and bullying of the second pet.
It is important to remember that the Shiba Inu is primarily a hunter, so whatever is possible will be caught and eaten. He treats cats like prey, so there is a high probability that the second pet will be slaughtered.
Possessing a bright and independent character, representatives of the breed, as a rule, choose one master for themselves and obey him. Dogs are smart and cunning, if necessary, they will defend their own interests by all means, so the owner must understand the animal well and be able to handle it competently. Physical violence is absolutely excluded, an aggressive approach negatively affects the psyche of the Shiba Inu, makes the dog unbalanced and vicious.
#11 The breed is not recommended for beginners, animal training requires patience and experience, so it makes sense even for an experienced breeder to turn to the help of a dog handler who knows how to work with a shiba.
The dog is independent, distrustful of strangers, keeps them at a distance, it needs time to get to know and accept a new person.
Like their ancestors, wolves, Shiba Inu are extraordinary owners. Their place on the sofa, ball, bowl, owner, the yard is taboo for other animals and people. If necessary, the animal actively goes into conflict, protects its things. When planning to take a puppy, you need to be prepared for such situations.
#12 Due to the nature of the character, raising a Shiba Inu is not an easy task.
It is important for the owner to assert and constantly maintain authority. An inquisitive and active disposition often pushes dogs to leprosy, but it is quite difficult to punish the Shiba Inu. Forceful methods of upbringing are unacceptable, and the pet tries to neutralize the influence of a psychological nature by behavior. Possessing bright charisma, the Shiba can reproduce a variety of sounds, in its arsenal squeaks, whimpers, squeals, grunts, and even croaks. And a branded smile can melt the heart of even a very strict owner. The dog actively uses the whole set of techniques in order to avoid punishment, perceives cases of loss as a tactical failure, looking for ways to insist on his own.
