The Shiba Inu is a striking dog that looks a lot like a fox. However, the Shiba Inu has a quirky personality that may be challenging to dog owners. We present the good, bad, and quirky aspects of the Shiba Inu personality.
Fun Dog Activity – Chasing Bubbles
Bubble machines can be a fun dog activity to help keep your canine cool during the summer months. We consider the different types of bubble machines and how to make your own bubble mixture.
Brad Pattison, CET Dog Training, & In The Doghouse
Brad Pattison is a well-known dog trainer in Canada. He also appeared in dog training shows in Canada and the US. However, his US program (In The Doghouse) was cancelled due to viewer complaints and outrage. We consider Brad Pattison’s dog training style and compare it to other television dog trainers.
Nice Dog Training – When Did Being Nice Become Bad?
It is strange why in dog training some people view being ‘nice’ as also being ‘wrong’. There is nothing wrong with being nice to our dogs. In fact, if we have problems being nice, then why even get a dog? Being a good pack leader means that we should understand our dog’s needs, protect him, and help him achieve success. Being not nice or mean, does not make a good pack leader, to dogs or to people.
Are Shiba Inus Truly Independent?
Shiba Inus are commonly described as independent dogs. My Shiba Inu is very independent when it comes to independent thought and action. However, he is also very dependent on his people, more so than many other dog breeds. A Shiba Inu needs a lot of people time to keep him well occupied, both mentally and physically.
My Dog is Lassie, Your Dog is Cujo
It does not matter whether others think our dog is a Lassie or a Cujo. What matters most is making sure that our dog has a good quality of life, and is safe, healthy, and happy. If a collar and leash is sufficient, there is no need to use a shock collar.
Just Slap Him on the Muzzle
The other day I was walking with my Shiba Inu when I came across one of my neighbors. He is a very pleasant fella, so we got to talking about our animals (he is really big into cats). Both my dogs (Shiba Inu and Siberian Husky) have pretty high prey drives, so I was explaining to him […]
Exercise Your Shiba Inu
The good news is that Shiba Inus are not extremely energetic dogs. My Siberian Husky leaves my Shiba Inu in the dust in terms of daily energy. However, Shiba Inus are easily bored. They need a fair amount of both physical and mental stimulation every day or they will get frustrated and will likely become destructive […]
Pack Leader to a Shiba Inu
Shiba Inus can be very dominant dogs. Shibas are a lot more primitive than many other domesticated dog breeds, and their instinct is frequently to fight rather than flight or appease. As a result, training a Shiba Inu can be more difficult than training other dog breeds. Nevertheless, training a Shiba Inu is very important […]
Best Dog Trainer
Who do you think is the best dog trainer? Is it Cesar Millan, Brad Pattison, Victoria Stilwell, or somebody else? We discuss who wins this most coveted and important title of Best Dog Trainer.