Shiba
Temperament
Alert, Active, Attentive
[3]Background
A small Japanese dog historically used to hunt small animals and birds, it became the subject of preservation efforts and was designated a natural monument in 1936.
[1]Appearance
Despite its small size, it has substantial bone and muscle. Size and proportions help compare it with larger Japanese breeds such as Akita.
[1]Coat and comparisons
JKC lists red, black and tan, sesame, black sesame and red sesame, with urajiro. These categories are distinct from AKC registration colour options.
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