This breed is sweet and even though they are independent in nature, the Shiba loves to spend time with their family. They are smart and have a lot of personality squeezed into a smaller sized dog. They thrive on stimulation and play, but still enjoy a lazy evening with you after a long hard day of work.

The Shiba looks like something between a fox and a stuffed toy. They come in red, sesame, black, and tan. They have expressive squinty eyes and a high positioned curly tail. They have a sturdy muscular build, yet they have catlike agility.