Non-Sporting

Shiba Inu

Compact spitz hunter often shortened to Shiba; clean, independent, and bold with a foxlike look.

Shiba Inu
Apartment-friendlyNot A Big BarkerGood With Kids
AKC

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Size
Small
Life
13-16 years
Group
Non-Sporting
Origin
Japan

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Reviewed 2026-04-14

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