About
The Shiba Inu is a breed of hunting dog from Japan. A small-to-medium breed, it is the smallest of the six original and distinct spitz breeds of dogs native to Japan. A small, alert, and agile dog that copes very well with mountainous terrain and hiking trails, the Shiba Inu was originally bred for hunting.

Temperament
The well-bred Shiba Inu is good-natured, alert, and bold. They are strong-willed and confident and often have their own ideas about things. They are loyal and affectionate with their family, though tend to be suspicious of strangers.

Hypoallergic: No Life Span: 12-15 years Size: Medium
Height: 13-17 Inch Weight: 17-25 Pounds