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Should I Spay or Neuter My Shiba Inu? Benefits and Risks of Neutering
You’ve now decided to bring home your Shiba Inu. You’ve prepared your house for its arrival, bought all the toys it needs and read all

Shiba Inu Health Issues: 6 Common Health Conditions Shiba Inu are Prone To
Shiba Inu health issues can range from a slight issue to serious conditions that may even require a trip to the veterinarian. It is your

Your Quick Guide to Shiba Inu Aggression: What You Should Know About It
Dog aggression can be one of the most difficult issues for owners to deal with. It is necessary to understand the root cause of any

A Guide to Shiba Inu Skin Allergies: Symptoms, Causes
Shiba Inu skin allergies can be alarming if not treated. Skin allergies are prevalent with the Shiba Inu breed and are caused by food, pollen,

A Quick Guide to Grooming your Shiba Inu
One of the best ways you can show your dog love and affection is by properly and regularly grooming them. Aside from keeping them clean

Why You Should Train your Shiba Inu with Positive Reinforcement
There are many benefits of positive reinforcement dog training. For dog owners, positive reinforcement can mean a lot of things. It can mean training your

How to deal with a Shiba Inu’s Anxiety
Shiba Inus can develop anxiety issues and fear, which can eventually lead to biting, scratching, or clawing. If you love your dog, it’s easy to

Dog Care 101: All About Paw Cleaning
Dogs are cute and that’s a fact. They’re even more popular than celebrities. You can go on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok and you will

5 Tips and Tricks on How To Successfully Socialize a Shiba Inu
Shiba Inus are known to be one of the most loyal dog breeds in Japan. They might be the smallest, and they are always cheery

Everything You Need to Know About Puppy Biting in 10 Simple Tips
It is highly evident for puppies to be rowdy and energetic, especially when they encounter new toys or objects to chew with. Puppies are known

Complete Guide to Dog Probiotics
According to a study, dogs basically behave like toddlers and one thing these two have in common is that they can be pleasantly weird like

How to Pick a Crate for your Shiba Inu
Contrary to popular (or maybe unpopular) opinion, crates are not punishment for dogs. It’s not like a time-out, face the wall things that parents do

How to Successfully Crate Train Your Dog in 6 Easy Steps
Crate training is a method to house train dogs or puppies and is also a method that requires a lot of time and effort. Of

How to Stop Excitement Urination in Dogs
Have you recently bought a rescued dog or a housebroken puppy at home? From time to time, have you seen them pee on the floor

Cute Holiday Outfits and Toys for your Shiba
If you’re a Shiba owner or looking to get one, then you’re probably familiar with this doge meme which has been circling the internet since

Is the Shiba Inu Breed Good for Kids?
Being a dog lover means that the presence of dogs in daily life is valued. A dog owner loves, cares, and is compassionate about their

The Misconception of Shiba Inus as Red Foxes
The comparison and confusion between the Shiba Inu and the Red Fox have been making rounds. But we all know these two are different. Find out what are the differences between the Shiba Inu and the Red Fox.

The Shiba Inu’s Personality
Dogs are universally known as “man’s best friend.” Dogs have proven that they can be trusted, relied on, and counted on. These characteristics of the

11 Useful Tips to Keep Your Shiba Inu Warm for the Winter
Weather conditions change, and these changes can impact the lives of dogs in a manner on how they respond and express themselves. In this article,

Top 5 Best Organic Dog Food
Nowadays, dogs are seen as being a part of the family. There are many popular pet food brands with hundreds, even thousands, of various kinds

Top 3 Best Treats for Shiba Inus
Giving a treat to your Shiba Inu is one approach to communicate with him. It is also a way to strengthen the enthusiastic bonds you

Best Brushes for Shiba Inus
Shiba Inus have two unique layers of fur; such a double-coat that has a delicate fleece undercoat as well as a full coarser outer coat.
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