What Is A Wooly Shiba?

It is not a myth – they do exist! The long-haired Shiba Inu , most often referred to as the woolly shiba , is more common than you may think. It is theorized that this recessive gene originates from the Kawakami-ken, one of the original breeds that was cross-bred into what would eventually be known … Read more

Are Shiba Inus Long Or Short Hair?

A Shiba Inu’s coat is coarse; short to medium length with the outer coat being 2.5 to 3.2 cm (1 to 1+1⁄4 in) long, and is naturally waterproof so there is little need for regular bathing. They also have a thick undercoat that can protect them from temperatures well below freezing. Are there different types … Read more