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Shibos Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Shibos so you can get to know the breed more.

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OriginJapan flagJapan United States flagUnited States
Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Boston Terrier and Shiba Inu mix

Shibos Size and Weight

Size
Is a Shibos small, medium or large dog?

How big do Shibos get?

What is the average size of a Shibos?

SmallMedium
Weight
How much does the Shibos weigh? How much should a Shibos weight? What is the normal weight of a Shibos? How much does a full-grown Shibos weight?
10-25 pounds (6-11kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Shibos?
17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Shibos? Shibos height:
15-17 inches (38-43 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Shibos?
16 inches (40.5 cm)

Shibos Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Shibos puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Shibos in the United States? How much money is a Shibos?

Where to buy a Shibos with a good pedigree?

$600-$800
If you choose to purchase the Shibos, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Shibos for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Shibos gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Shibos? How many Shibos are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Shibos is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Shibos Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Shibos? Is the Shibos breed dumb or smart?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. They understand and remember new commands after an average of 25-40 repetitions.

The Shibos ranks average in the intelligence ranking of dogs.

Trainability
Are Shibos dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Shibos?
Shibos dogs are quite easy to train. Sometimes they can be challenging, but if you're consistent in teaching new commands they will obey for sure.
Watchdog Ability
Is Shibos good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Shibos dogs are good watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're consistent in their effort. Good vocal cords and a sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're territorial and protective about their property, so the Shibos dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Shibos dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Shibos dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Shibos Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Shibos have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
PlayfulAlertIntelligentConfidentFriendlyAffectionateLivelyGentleGoingAggressiveFearlessKeenFaithfulCharming
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Shibos sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Shibos dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Shibos a good family dog?
High: Shibos dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Shibos need? Shibos social needs:
Shibos dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Shibos to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Shibos roam?
Shibos dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command. This breed is also able to cause damage to your fence.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Shibos have high prey drive?
Shibos dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Shibos Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
Average: Shiboss, like any other dog breed, like playing. Sometimes they bark in excitement for playing, but they are not the most playful dog breed.
Barking
Do Shibos dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Shibos bark?
Low to Average: The Shibos rarely barks. This breed could be a good choice if you're looking for a quiet breed. They don't bark unless there is a good reason.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Shibos good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Shibos in an apartment?
Very house-friendly dog the Shibos breed. It's good if you have a small garden where he can go out and do his business, but it's not important at all. You can get enough exercise with one or two walks a day, so keeping them indoors shouldn't be a problem.

Shibos Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Shibos dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Shibos be left alone? How long can you leave a Shibos alone?
Shibos dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Shibos Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Shibos has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Shibos? How much bite force does a Shibos have? How strong is a Shibos bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shibos bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Shibos measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Shibos is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Shibos bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Shibos bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Shibos puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Shibos, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Shibos bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Shibos can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Biting Potential
Do Shibos bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Shibos? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Shibos? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Shibos has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Shibos do?
Shibos dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Shibos dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Shibos Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Shibos dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
The Shibos is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Shibos breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Shibos breed? Most common health risks of Shibos:
CataractsHeart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar LuxationAllergiesCancerHypothyroidismProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyDeafnessCherry EyeGlaucomaBrain TumorsMegaesophagusReverse SneezingSpinningChylothorax
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Shibos breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Shibos see the vet?
Average
The Shibos should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Shibos dogs live? How old can a Shibos be? What is the age limit of the Shibos? How many years can the oldest Shibos live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Shibos?

How long is the lifespan of a Shibos?

11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shibos: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. Dogs with a double coat of fur have a layer of fur that insulates their skin and helps protect them from the cold and the heat.

Shibos Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Shibos have? What is the activity level of the Shibos?
Shibos dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Shibos need? How much exercise do Shibos dogs require per day?

Do Shibos dogs need a lot of exercises?

Shibos dogs have an average exercise need. This breed is satisfied with short walks every weekday and a long ones on weekends.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Shibos breed need?
Shibos dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Shibos Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Shibos need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Shibos breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Shibos? How much food should I feed my Shibos?
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Shibos risk for obesity:
Average: The Shibos has an average risk for obesity. Daily walks should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Shibos weight regularly.

Shibos Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Shibos have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FineDense
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Shibos coats?
BlackTan Red Cream White Brindle Seal Sesame
Grooming
How to groom the Shibos and how often? How often should I take my Shibos to the groomer?
Easy to groom: The Shibos doesn't require a lot of grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections. Shibos is a good choice if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Recommended for beginners.
Shedding Level
How much do Shibos dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Shibos? Do Shibos dogs shed a lot?
Shibos dogs shed above average. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. If you don't like vacuum cleaning, you might have to reconsider your choice of having a puppy from the Shibos breed.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Shibos need a bath? How often should you give a Shibos a bath? Can I bathe my Shibos every day?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. According to a study, 56% of pet parents don’t bathe their dogs as frequently as they should, and 60% use the sniff test when deciding when it’s bath time.

Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Shibos breed hypoallergenic?
No
Shibos dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Shibos has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Shibos drool?
The Shibos is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Shibos could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Shibos.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Shibos Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Shibos dogs get along with other pets? Are Shibos dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Shibos dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Shibos temperament with other people:
Shibos dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Are Shibos dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Shibos temperament with children:
Shibos dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Shibos dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Shibos breed live with a cat?
Shibos dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Shibos good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Shibos dogs get along with other dogs?
Shibos dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Shibos can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Shibos breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Shibos breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Shibos dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Shibos dogs good office canines? Do Shibos dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Shibos is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Shibos dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Shibos temperament with senior people? Are Shibos dogs good for elderly owners?
Shiboss are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shibos As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Shibos be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Shibos is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Shibos be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Shibos be an emotional support animal?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Shibos is not the best breed for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Shibos be a sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Shibos is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Shibos be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Shibos is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Shibos be a boat dog?

Not really

Shibos breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Shibos be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Shibos is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Shibos dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Shibos Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Shibos pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Shibos breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Shibos: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Shibos have in a litter? How many puppies can the Shibos breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Shibos have? How many puppies can a Shibos give birth to?
3-5 puppies

Shibos Recognition

AKC Group
Is Shibos recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Shibos recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Shibos Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Apartment Friendly: Very house-friendly dog the Shibos breed.
  • Grooming: Easy to groom: The Shibos doesn't require a lot of grooming.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Shibos is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Watchdog Ability: Shibos dogs are good watchdogs.
  • Adaptability: Shibos dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Shibos dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
  • Cat Friendly: Shibos dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Shibos dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Shiboss are usually recommended for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Shibos dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Shibos dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Shedding Level: Shibos dogs shed above average.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Shibos dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Shibos dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
  • Office Friendly: Shibos is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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