Shiba Inu
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Shiba Inu
Alternative names
Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small Size Dog
Country of origin
Japan
Classification
FCI: Group 5 Section 5 AKC: Non-sporting ANKC: Group 6 (Utility) CKC: Group 6 - Non-Sporting Dogs KC(UK): Utility NZKC: Utility
Breed standards (external links)
FCI, AKC, ANKC, KC(UK), NZKC

Shiba Inu (柴犬) refers to the smallest of the six original and distinct Japanese breeds of dog.

Originally bred for hunting, it is similar in appearance to the Akita, though much smaller in stature.

Shibas are fiercely independent and highly intelligent dogs.

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