Shiba Inu in Attack Mode

Nika just hates it when branches scrape the car, so he attacks relentlessly.

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Pets & Animals

Tags:

• Shiba
• Inu
• Dog

[vfunkera]

Would you recommend Shibas to novice/first time owners?

[schoonerpoint]

No, I would not recommend a Shiba for a first-time dog owner. There are so many control issues with this breed, or at least with Nika and other Shibas we've met, that you really need to know enough about "owning" a "normal" dog before trying to get it right on the first try with a Shiba. Even with our dog experience, we made early mistakes with Nika that we're still paying for. Would be get another Shiba if something happened to Nika? Absolutely!! When they are good, they are very very very good

[schoonerpoint]

A couple years ago he did hang on to a branch too long and got pulled right out the window! As for running away, he simply never does it. We had an Invisible Fence when he was a pup and he got used to being off leash but under control. He hikes all the time off leash on various woodsy and mountain trails.He does wander off, but always comes back relatively quickly.

[CampPitBull]

I've never seen an e-collar used on this breed, so I assumed it was an anti-barking collar. Was he obedience trained using the collar or is it to correct unwanted behavior post training?

[schoonerpoint]

Our training was notably unsuccessful - he's a stubborn little guy. We use the shock collar to deter unwanted behavior on an ongoing basis. We hardly ever have to shock him; just putting it on and an occasional tone keeps him in line. We spend a lot of time off leash and when he gets out-of-sight for a long time, we can get him backby using the collar. It's been great. Bob

[CampPitBull]

Is he wearing a no-bark collar?

[schoonerpoint]

It is not a no-bark collar. It is a training collar which has an external remote control to send a tone (warning) or a shock to control his behavior.

[lmacorp]

Shibas require a tremendous amount of personal attention to get their respect and attention. Once you have that, they are much easier to handle. If you want a Shiba, try Shiba Inu rescue groups. Older ones can make great pets, too. Just give them a lot of time and attention. They do not do well if they are locked up by themselves all day long.

[PriincessHiibaa]

@schoonerpoint I've never had a dog before but I got a Shiba Inu as my first pet. I got a black tan and white shiba inu puppy at 8 weeks old. Its takes alot of work but its nothing I could never handle and I'm 16 years old so Im sure other people can handle this dog. My Neeko is very well trained and is obedient but of course he is still a puppy so we have those moments. But I dont regret ever getting him.

[Aznxpeace]

I never use shock collars I train them with out it

[shinjiangnicole]

My Shiba Inu tends to get more aggressive if he gets attacked.

And he does fine without a shock collar...

[rhino79]

@vfunkera I agree somewhat with schoonerpoint's opinion. I have had two Shibas and they have many undesirable qualities. They are very difficult to train, they are stubborn and willful, they can be very aggressive to other dogs, they have bouts of crazy energy, they can never be let off leash because they will run away from you (and potentially get hit by a car). That said, if you can deal with all these negative traits, then Shibas can really be a fun and unique breed of dog.

[PockyluvrProductions]

noo...actually i don't like cats at all

[spamllpitdept]

You think your so smart, lol. You're a retard. You probably like cats.

[PockyluvrProductions]

lmao XD mine did that too! and after we pulled him back in he was like "let's do that again!"

[gezzaky]

The dogs like... Fuck off

[Devikvampire]

I know whatcha mean.