Shiba Inu: Westminster Dog Show 2007

[loh1110]

his fur is so fluffy

[UltimatePopcicle]

my shiba will fetch anything. if im watching tv he will constantly rub the toy aganst my leg until i look at him. he will bring it back EVERY time but the second i want to pet him hes like "ew get away". they are not lap dogs at all >_<

[pinkygirl1999]

Shiba inus are 'catlike' because of their aloof character. They are very independent dogs so are compaired to cats because of this.

[DiMOOSE1]

Shiba's are not catlike, at all. There is absolutely no comparison between a Shiba and a cat. They are all hunting dog.

[neoritter]

@DiMOOSE1 - Cats hunt you know. That aside they are very catlike. I own one myself. They clean themselves, they don't like water all that much (I've seen my dog swerve around puddles and take what is the driest route), and at least in the case of my dog he loves to sleep on the backs of sofas, sometimes hanging around my neck. They're vocalizations can be tad catty too. I swear mine has meowed at me once or twice.

[DiMOOSE1]

@neoritter

I disagree. Shibas do not hunt or kill like cats. They are built, hunt, move, clean themselves and have a hundred voices, like the other spitz breeds. They are spitz through and through. The spitz breeds are not fond of water, but can be acclimated to it. It is not unheard of for spitz breeds to swim. I taught my Elkhounds to swim. I could teach my Shibas as well. They have a strong enough temperament for it.

Finally, your shiba has never meowed at you. That's just silly.

[neoritter]

@DiMOOSE1 I never said they hunt like cats. I'm saying that your rational is not valid, cats hunt and shibas hunt. To say shibas aren't cat like because they hunt does not hold. You can train dogs to do pretty much anything. But shibas are pre-disposed to not like water; a common attribute associated with cats. You seem to agree on the other characteristics that make them catlike, cleaning themselves, their agility. Things that are commonly attributed to cats. Catlike does not mean they are cats

[neoritter]

@DiMOOSE - As you said, Spitz breeds have hundreds of vocalizations. I'm sorry I don't keep a camera rolling 24/7 to catch all the crazy ones my dog makes.

Let me put all of it to you another way. People are commonly comparing my dog to a fox or a cat. I have friends that do not like dogs, but cats instead, and like my dog precisely because he reminds them of a cat. If my anecdotal and official comments on the breed don't convince you that calling them catLIKE is valid; I can't help stupid.

[mrsgeeway80]

@DiMOOSE1 They're described as "catlike" not because of their hunting characteristics but because of their dominant and independent personalities. Unlike retriever breeds, they're not always looking for affection, nor will they always play fetch properly. Haha. My Shiba sort of doesn't fit the stereotype because she's always asking us to pay attention to her, but she definitely will snap up at one point and walk away as if it were nothing.

[sweetpops97]

I love these dogs! I want one soo bad it isnt even funny....my only problem is my older dog pepper...a mini schnauzer...hes only 7...but he acts like an pold fart and tends to get grumpy

[neoritter]

@sweetpops97 - They're pure energy wrapped in awe inspiring package of cuteness. Don't be fooled by the packaging, they can be a handful to train at times. Also they are not "small" dogs. And by that I mean, lap dogs etc. They're basically large dogs in a small body. They were hunting dogs, being used for everything from small game and boars to bears (seriously). These dogs definitely need a good walk everyday.

[sweetpops97]

@neoritter

my dad is a dog trainer and could help me with the training part. exercising wouldn't be a problem because of where i live..... i don't like "small" dogs... so its a good thing that they arent small... thanks for the information.... i jever would've guessed that they were used as hjunting dogs..... its cool

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[osmosys808]

What a wonderful dog.

[jeremyrain98]

Looks how cute he walks!!!

[cassidy331]

cat like dog, lol. Very cute but i prefer my dogs to be.. dog like :)

[cassidy331]

cat like dog, lol. Very cute but i prefer my dogs to be.. dog like :)

[lezzles11]

aww!

[ApacheMan2K]

I believe the Shiba Inu is closely related to the much larger Akita, or Akita Inu. Some say that it was named after the Japanese prefecture of Shiba, while others say that its name came from the old Nagano dialect ("shiba" meaning "little", in this case).

[DogsOnFrogs]

0:04 sara palin

[adobeman64]

there so small

[morte100]

The shiba shake at :33 made me laugh. Even at Westminster, a shiba will only do what you want when s/he is ready.

[Tarczyn10]

Im planning on buying this dog i just love them.Does someone own this breed and could say something about it ? Does it need alot of playing etc. and is it agressive ?

[murphyxd1]

it needs a lot of attention... it may be aggressive 2 little children..or so ive read

[Tarczyn10]

I asked people that own those dogs because i can read too.

[murphyxd1]

i own a shiba im just not a little kid

[eslamelsherbiny]

@murphyxd1 nmbnmbn

[TheDragonPilot]

@Tarczyn10 they do love attention and can be agressive to other dogs if they play rough. they absolutely adore children and will not be agressive toward them if the child treats it well

they also grow very attached to thier owner and it is best to get them at a young age, i would advuse reading up on them, the is plenty on the internet about shiba inu care

[65ludwig]

and the collar bone is connected to the head bone,

[TheMIITAROU]

i like sibainu !!!

[benthemiester]

I wish some day these dog shows could be outlawed. Most people don't even realize how over selective breeding has caused many of these animals to suffer painful debilitating diseases. These animals are actually degenerate mutants. Real dog lovers would never want there animals to suffer the kind of illnesses were seeing now in dogs and race horses resulting from cruel or ignorant people who want a unique show dog that satisfies their ego, or to make a profit.

[janaoo4]

Oh really you don't seem to know what your talking about. Yes there is selective breeding, and yes some of that results in illness. What you fail to include is that it is because of irresponsible breeders who allow for interbreeding. That is the reason for these illnesses of which you speak, my family has bread sled dogs for years. Selective breeding insures the best traits are carried on, and that undesirable one's are not.

[benthemiester]

I was speaking of Mendelian genetics & the principles of genetic entropy as recently put forth by John C. Sanford of Cornell. Selective breeding and even natural speciation always come with a price. The reason why mutts are lower maintenance and usually have a longer life expectancy is because they have a greater amount of genetic information, while so called purebreds have had their genomic information truncated through selective breeding.This is why many purebreds suffer from health problems

[janaoo4]

Though I do appreciate you bringing your first year biology notes to the table on this one it seems that you still don't really understand how things work in the long run. Maybe it's cause your too busy still looking at peas. Also noting any work done by Cornell is almost laughable if you've had to look at any of his notes. He specializes in plants first of all, and though he has a few good ideas the man argues against evolution in favor of intelligent design need I say any more?

[benthemiester]

If you believe that Gregory Mendel the father of the modern synthesis can some how be marginalized because he worked on peas or that there is a fundamental difference between plant DNA and human or animal DNA, along with the fact that you didn't know the difference between genealogy and genetics, leads me to believe maybe you're in the wrong business. Personnel I think every breeder should be required to learn the basic science behind this. I think you have demonstrated my point for me.

[janaoo4]

Oh I'm sorry you failed to understand what I said. I do know the differences my dear. You see you would if you ever took any classes on genealogy. Where as one would study how traits and genes are passed on through out family lines. Where mutations and genetics make up it's core. I am saying that if you wish to make an argument do not simply use the most basic examples. Mendel simply scratched the surface of inheritance, and is by no means an expert.

[janaoo4]

Secondly you are right about there being no major differences in how DNA works between plants and animals but the fact is I never said that there was. I was saying that the DNA of plants and animals are different. Which they are, and I'm not getting into that, you want to know what the differences are you can pick up a text book. Preferably one from Robert J. Brooker because the man actually knows what he's talking about.

[janaoo4]

At least then if you read that you'll at least get your basics straightened out. Finally you are right that purebreds are prone to specific ailments but you make it seem like mutts aren't. The unfortunate reality is that some breeders solely used interbreeding for years. This affected the populations of these animals. It is the duty of a responsible breeder to insure that their litters are as healthy as possible; by looking for other respectable breeders as to cross their stock with.

[janaoo4]

Now I suggest we halt this debate, and any problems other wise we will simply have to agree to disagree. I don't think that the poster of this video would appreciate receiving all of these posts sent to their email and spamming their page.

[benthemiester]

As far as spam, you out number me 2-1. If you want to end debate, quit contacting me.

[benthemiester]

We can halt the debate but I'm compelled to explain that Gregory Mendel is considered to be the father of the modern synthesis. To say he only scratched the surface and refer to him in the present tense by stating he is no means an expert. Well this just leaves me scratching my head. I believe in free speech. This is a public forum, until I am censored by poster. The bases are CGAT in DNA and U in RNA. Their called nucleotides & are combined in different sequences. All living things have them.

[janaoo4]

Yet again I contradict you because you are incorrect. I out number you 2:1 unfortunately as I am forced to correct you so frequently. Also thank you for the first year biology notes, again. Yes Mendel is the father of synthesis, but his techniques and theories where and are not perfect. THAT is what I'm trying to get across to you. It is comparing the wheel to the modern wheel. Also thank you for picking apart my grammar instead of defending your argument.

[janaoo4]

If I must explain my argument simply so that you can understand I will continue this due to your sheer tenacity. What I'm defending is that there where limited expressible alleles in the peas Mendel worked with, similarly many of the plants which are studied in horticulture today do not either. It is not that plants do not have multiple variations it is simply that most produce studied by horticulturists do not have multiple allele variations for the sake of simplicity.

[janaoo4]

Therefor using work from Cornell and outdated work from Mendel is flawed. While your reasoning is understandable the dogs that we are talking about have multiple variations of these alleles which are accepted standards. Responsible breeders will take advantage of this fact to insure genetic diversity in the population. What you are implicating in your argument is that the dogs have been subjugated to as few as 2-3 alleles variations which is inaccurate.

[sang42011]

Had to chyme in on this argument. What you guys want to say is that both a pure bred and a mut both have the same amount of genetic information. That makes them dogs. The problem occurs when excessive inbreeding occurs (this is with mutt's or purebreds). All dogs receive two copies of each allele, and many of those alleles may be of mutant form. The mutant allele is usually not expressed because it is usually saved by the normal form (recessive/dominant mutations).

[sang42011]

Inbreeding increases the chance of an animal receiving two copies of the mutant allele. This is when the mutant becomes expressed. An inbred mutt has the same (if not greater) chance of receiving multiple copies of recessive mutations. So, like janaoo4 said, proper breeding knowledgable breeding greatly reduces (to the same degree as natural random breeding) the genetic defects that these dogs are associated with. On the other hand, it also makes it harder to keep certain specific traits:)

[benthemiester]

I understand the dynamics of recombination but I was speaking of selective breading. Yes there are some dog breeders who try there best, but in the real world profit is the name of the game. My point was that mutts have more genetic diversity and are usually hardier overall. There is a place for competent breeders, but many people go over board and breed dogs that can barely walk because of short legs and so forth. I consider them mutant degenerates and I'm just talking about the breeders!

[janaoo4]

Also please insure that you look up what mutant means as you are not using it properly at all. If you took any form of genealogy classes you would know that. Next time you wish to attack an industry and life style please be sure to know your facts. Real dog lovers know their breeds through and through and the purpose of those breeds. Thank you very much, please think before you comment so idiotically.

[benthemiester]

When you speak of best traits being passed on. You mean best traits for the human, not necessarily the animal.I don't doubt the sincerity of some. Its the many that is the problem, and the business of selective breeding has a lot of dark areas that no one wants to come to terms with.Pure bred horses are being bred with ankles so thin that breaking them during races is now common. Dogs sometimes also have to suffer for the aesthetic subjectivity of their owners and the love of 1st place trophies.

[janaoo4]

There are dark areas in every area, yet I don't see you lashing out against the farming industry for modify chickens to the point that they are so laden with meat they can't walk. How convenient for you. Most working dogs are bred so that they can do their jobs without hurting themselves. In huskies and malemutes there is a gene that causes thin skin on the paws. In the winter those dogs get frost bite and can suffer extreme injury. A breeder eliminates this gene from their breeding stock.

[marinashark]

my schiba inu is better than all

[Pikekitty]

すごい。けれいな柴犬。私も柴犬がもつ。げんきそう。

amazing. It's a beautiful shiba inu. I also own one. like the announcer said, they are very cat like; very clean and watchful.

Other then looking off to the crowd a few times and the head shake, it was wonderfully trained and looks very healthy. :)

[Devikvampire]

So cute X3

[ALBETORA]

I LOVE IT

[mmmochizo]

まだちょっとpuppyなのかな?

kawaiiii～!!!!　♪

[204union]

Great Breed. Really smart. CNBC doing doc on Westminster Thursday 2/5 at 9p

[Lillieth5459]

"Cat in dog's clothing" - how true!

[samikit5]

i have 1 shiba inu named cody he doesnt listn to me :[

[scab5000]

you must not be a strong leader, i have one and he always listens to me

[boucher21]

just curious, how old is your shiba? mine was an absolute terror as a pup, so much that i had to be talked out of dropping her off to the humane society. i read everybook i could about her, and learned how to be patient and accept her strong willness. you have to earn a shibas love and trust! she is almost four now and my best friend. not only does she come now but shell run to me when i call her! just be patient with cody. he needs you to understand his breed. dont give up on him!

[samikit5]

well hes 2 now and a lot now (thankfully) including come

[Katana991]

I couldn't give up a dog to a humane society. It's just not in me.

[shibainuyoshi]

Aww, this shiba is so perfect!

[deathrockgirl]

I have two Shiba's they're crazy little dogs. But it takes a Shiba mommy to love one. The two girls are night and day. One is shy and the other is outgoing and hyper. My favorite times with them are at the dog park where they can run off leash. I need to get a video of that. :)

[albionsseed]

Our Shiba, Kumi, is a dead ringer for that girl. The world goes on hold while she gives a shake.

[LindseyRG123]

My shiba's name is Kami. How'd you pick Kumi?

[ETM299]

Yeah u r right i have a sheba inu ZOEY<3 and she is like a cat they are very cool dogs and I love them

[hemnebob]

we have a little shiba...he is very cool and they have such unusual little personalities.

we love him, he is such a cool little guy and very much like a cat!!

[3piper]

I have a shibi and a schipperke.Both in one clip,how cool is that!

[Theseanmw]

they are such cool looking little guys.

[shibainu67]

What did it get placed

[neilbee]

I cant believe how much they look like foxes, I saw a lady with one last week that looked so much like a fox that I set my lurchers on it,after they had savaged it and the lady explained what the breed was - I felt such a fool.

[rdangelo]

Lurchers - "they're dogs", before you ask. I learnt that in Snatch.

[Hajiftw]

yeah i want a shiba i have a golden and i kinda raised her wrong she barks whenever she wants something its anoying i guess i picked an alpha lol but shes a sweetie

[lilcooldudette]

I have a shiba and he barks at strangers, mostly men.. hes smaller than this shiba because he is 7 mths old but he looks the same. do they calm down after their "teenage" phase?

[SquallyZ06]

I've also got a shiba and he's about a year and 4 months old. He's still hyper, so I can't tell you if they will calm down or not. I'd imagine they do, most dogs do calm down with age.

But my shiba loves people and other dogs. The only time he barks is once he wants you to play with him.

[Jonnyf5]

i have a shiba. very proud owner. one of the best looking dogs ever. and if i could i would underline ever.

[lazykid1000]

Could someone give me some advice? I'm debating on whether to get a Pembroke Welsh Corgi or a Shiba Inu. I prefer a more mellow dog, that doesn't bark so much, and doesn't get all nervous and restless when I gone during the day. I know that training your dog plays a big part, but I always hear people talk about a breed's general characteristics. From the videos I've seen on Youtube, a Corgi seems calmer than a Inu, anyone own either of these dogs?

[GrecoRomanMC]

My family has a shiba inu. He's calm, doesn't bark much, and sleeps when we're gone during the day. My advice is to get the shiba (although they are expensive to buy).

[SledDog1710]

My Shiba rarely barks. He is very mellow around the house, although every once in a while he'll run around in circles and dash about. But there is almost someone home, so he doesn't have opportunity to get in trouble. We give him 1 or 2 good walks a day. He spends all his time inside.

Bottom line, he's the best dog we've ever had.

[mrlaocean]

I'll go with the Corgi. Shiba's need space and love attention. If you can't give that, then get the Corgi. :P

[spotlight6739]

We have 2 Shibas and they are good in the home during the day while we are gone. We have a doggy door so they can run around in the backyard whenever they want. We take them for walks and go running too. I don't really consider the dog a mellow breed. Our dogs bark like crazy when someone new enters the home or is outside of the house--esp. adult men. They also will try to run out of the house and are definitely very independent. We love them but not the breed for everyone.

[anniluu09]

yo trngo un shiba inu ymeencanta mi perro yo lepuse ennombre sellama speed y legusta mucho salir yescurioso yseduerme conmigo

[fottuta]

i have one schiba and akita...i love it

[ShibasRule]

Oscar is awesome!! Shibas rarely wag their tails unless they are super happy. Look at his go!

[gspruijt1]

wij hebben een shiba van een jaar uit het asiel gehaald EEN SCHAT Hij is nu 4jaar en woont op een boot In de zomer varen we in frankrijk Hij vind het allemaal prachtig Hij heeft veel bekijks "KIJK EEN VOSJE""

[kmoots]

The Shiba is long overdue in winning Best In Show! Best dogs in the world. Who said great things don't come in smaller packages? :)

[ShibaInuCorner]

I would love for a Shiba to win best in show. I would also love it if they never won. Reason being, I already see so many Shibas in rescue. The more they win at dog shows, the more popular they become, and then even more end up in rescue. Myself, I wouldn't have any breed other than a Shiba (I actually have 5, all rescues), which is why I'm so torn on whether or not I want them to win at dog shows. :(

That boy is beautiful though!!!

[kmoots]

I never looked at it from your viewpoint. Now that I have, I totally understand and appreciate why you're torn between wanting the Shiba to win Best in Show, and hoping they do not.

That being said, I'll enjoy watching the Shiba every year at the Westminster Dog Show, and hope that others out there considering the breed will look up local Shiba Rescue Groups and adopt. I had 2 Shibas: Yuki & Kenji. Yuki passed away after 15 years. Kenji is 7. I wouldn't want any other breed.

[shibawanwan]

頑張れー柴犬\（＾＾)/

[shigatsuhana]

It was the Westminster Dog show of 1997 that made me want a shiba inu! I got one later that year. He's still with me and I've had another 2 since then. It's the only breed for me now. :)

[Justfanou]

OMG... So cute !

[Angelbelow20]

damn.. im in love with a shiba

[MYEND07]

bellossimo

[need0ofworld]

cute!!

[Lisannah]

Aw~~ So cute!

[GenusPanthera]

Aw wow.

[betayukino]

So cute!!!! ^_^