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Westminster Dog Show 2008 - The Shiba Inu is a breed that is originally from Japan and is part of the Non-Sporting group.

[Pippin]

Isn't that a very pretty dog! It's so dainty looking. I was reading that they can be a bit of handful though!

Shibas are generally independent and intelligent dogs. Some owners struggle with obedience training, but as with many dogs, socialization at a young age can greatly affect temperament. Traits such as independence and intelligence are often associated with ancient dog breeds such as the Shiba Inu. Most shibas must always be on a leash, but with the proper upbringing and training, some Shibas are able to be off leash. However because of their tendency to have a strong prey and hunting drive they can be very prey oriented and if it runs away they are very likely to give chase, often ignoring their owner's voice.