Breed Temperament

The Shiba Inu is a keen dog with quite a personality.

Complex, dignified, and hard to please.

An indelible personality trait of the Shiba Inu is their aloofness.

Shiba Inus do have a charming side as well. They seem to be aware of their unrivalled beauty and aren’t afraid to use it to their advantage.

Many Shiba Inu owners observe that their Shibas tend to get along better with their breed. The aloofness of Shiba Inu is an endearing trait to Shiba Inu owners. Many have described their personality as similar to a cat which is true in many ways. Like cats, Shiba Inus are fastidious, proud, and independent. This serious and independent nature can be a good fit for some dog owners who prefer dogs that are not so clingy and dependent. Shiba Inu's behaviour is different from friendly/clingy dogs such as Labs, Poodles, and Pomeranians.