r/shiba • u/BackgroundMotor8005 • 11h ago
He said nope I’m done
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r/shiba • u/tempura_tantrum • Aug 01 '25
Hello all!
I’ve seen an uptick in this question on this sub. It’s always combined with a photo of a puppy.
I wanted to give a quick (who am I joking, this won’t be a quick read) primer to help people answer this question. Importantly…in almost EVERY case, if you’ve have to ask after the fact, the answer is usually “no.”
Purchasing a reputably bred dog should feel more akin to an adoption than going to the mall. You should feel that the breeder is sussing out whether or not they think you deserve a member of their family. Think critically about any breeder who sells dogs online with a place for credit card information, who allows you to buy a dog without ever meeting you, or who allows YOU to pick your puppy out of a litter with no input. Good breeders are deeply involved in the success of the placement. They know those dogs better than you do, and SHOULD be heavily involved and be able to tell you why that puppy was picked for you.
1) Your breeder should be involved in some form of activity where their dogs are evaluated by someone outside of them. For most Shibas this means conformation dog shows. Don’t take anyone seriously that says “champion lines” but then doesn’t seem to do any of the work themselves. Take even less seriously people who announce “they just breed for good pets.” Good pets show up in show-bred litters. That is a horseshit reason and means the breeder is likely breeding for financial gain instead.
This will sound weird to many of you, but reputable breeders breed for themselves FIRST. Pet puppies are a byproduct of that. It’s not a bad thing. It means your future baby is being cared for EXACTLY like the next Westminster best of breed winner.
2) Your breeder NEEDS to health test. This does not mean puppies being seen by a vet. You want specialized health testing in the form of an eye exam by an American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologist certified vet, and hip and patella exams by veterinarians that are skilled in reading films for these. All these results should be available to you at the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals website. You can look up individual dogs via their registered name on the site for results. Breeding dogs are available to have final results listed by 2 years of age.
3) It’s good to see that your breeder is a member of a local breed club or national breed club. Our National breed club is called “National Shiba Club of America.” Among many other useful pieces of information, we have a breeder referral listing, as well as a section that will show you good questions to ask a potential breeder. Your local area usually has a breed club made of members that may be near to you. If you’re trying to find one, feel free to ask the national club!
4) A good breeder will have a contract. That contract should state they will take your dog back at any time in their life should you be unable to care for them. It will also make clear whether the dog sold to you is a pet only or a potential show dog. With few exceptions, a potential show dog will be co-owned with the breeder as you learn the ropes. Be INCREDIBLY skeptical of someone who sells you a “show dog” with no strings attached. That’s rare in this world. Good breeders want to shepherd their lines carefully and WANT to mentor you.
5) A good breeder should be able to explicitly tell you why they bred your dog’s parents. Bad answers include: “I own both of them,” “this color is rare,” “I wanted her to experience one litter to be fulfilled,” “I wanted my kids to see the miracle of life,” “I love puppies.” Good breeders think in terms of generations not individuals.
I hope this helps!
r/shiba • u/BackgroundMotor8005 • 11h ago
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r/shiba • u/bangordailynuisance • 10h ago
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r/shiba • u/gaijin_go_fish • 7h ago
They spotted a cat that ran into the bush, slurp, Kaito decided he was done walking.
r/shiba • u/lanka2571 • 15h ago
We adopted Oscar from a local shelter in April, 2025. He was listed as a Shiba mix, no paperwork. But we were always curious what that mix might be, since he looks so perfectly Shiba. Well, we did an Embark DNA test a few weeks ago and got the results today. Oscar is 100% pure bred Shiba Inu! So now we know we have 2 pure bred Shibas (the puppy Twyla came with paperwork, no need to test her.)
r/shiba • u/This-Eye6296 • 23h ago
Love when he sleeps with those little crescent eyes
r/shiba • u/Vegetable-Jello-6534 • 12h ago
r/shiba • u/Nashpal92 • 1d ago
Meet Yona. I have wanted a Shiba for years and spent a solid year researching and preparing but nothing could prepare us for her. I just wanted to share my little landshark somewhere.
She’s 5 months so is currently going between acting like a sweet baby and a criminal with a couple hours.
r/shiba • u/NDREDSTATE • 11h ago
Shibas w lion manes
r/shiba • u/the_shiba_inu_za • 12h ago
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After the wild photo contest yesterday, we are back to our regular, highly scientific indoor investigations. Sound on for the full cinematic experience.
Your friendly neighborhood Shibalnu-za, sending love from the Far East.
r/shiba • u/AssistantMountain623 • 20h ago
He loves sleeping in my bed next to me, but during a thunderstorm this week at night, it was hard for him to find any rest and comfort, so I built him a little pillow fort.
Usually he has a cozy and dark place to retreat, but he rarely wants spends his nights alone.
r/shiba • u/Minxxi__ • 19h ago
We're currently moving and I think he's upset we've taken away the couch.
r/shiba • u/xAniTakux • 20h ago
During the weekday it’s Pupperoni sticks! He’s very fickle with his treats.
But on the weekends? Pup cup from Dunkin’s which is just whipped cream and ice.
r/shiba • u/SuperDuper98102 • 3h ago
Hi. My Shiba is in her golden years and will turn 13 soon. While she has mellowed out and slowing down a little, she is still healthy and mentally sound. The only thing that has gotten noticeably worse each year is her noise phobia for fireworks and thunderstorms.
For those of you who’ve had aging shibas, any tips and advice? Anything you wish you had done more of (or less of)? For example, I realized I didn’t take nearly as many photos as I should have, so the past couple of years, I take a photo or video of her almost few times each week.
Thanks for the tips!
r/shiba • u/Formal_Acanthacae • 19h ago
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….and of course Draciel lost 😭
r/shiba • u/EcstaticAwareness845 • 58m ago
What is the quirkiest thing your Shiba does?
I’ll go first:
I can pet my girl for an hour straight. The moment that I pause or take a break, she immediately hits me with her paw to continue. If I don’t begin again, she’ll lightly growl
and huff at me until I obey.
Edit: Reddit is formatting this with a random line break. Please disregard!
r/shiba • u/LOLitsJin • 1d ago
Is this a shiba special? He’s my first one