SHIBA INU
LIFE SPAN: 12-15 years
Breed Name: Shiba Inu
Group: Northern breed
Origin: Japan
Shiba
HISTORY
The Shiba is the smallest of the working Japanese Spitz breeds and was originally used as a hunting dog for small game and ground birds. The Shiba was recognized by the United Kennel Club in 1992.
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