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Are they good apartment dogs?
I'm considering getting a dog that I fell in love with but is it right for an apartment?
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Posted: 10:07:46 PM 5/17/2006
I fell in love with Shiba Inu! I think they're adorable and everyone says we have tons in common but I live in an Apt. Is it the perfect dog for me or not? I'm completely OBSESSED I tell you!
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Posted: 10:11:02 PM 5/17/2006
I dont know much about them but I think one was mentioned here...

http://www.terrificpets.com/forum/32907.asp
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Posted: 10:14:12 PM 5/17/2006
i dont know what this dog is but im sure you will keep on loving them !!!
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Posted: 10:25:23 PM 5/17/2006
Thanks to both of you! I can get one! yeah!!! Only one more question, what color?
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Posted: 11:58:45 PM 5/17/2006
congrats stevenboy!
I personally like the looks of a red shiba. They look so much like a red fox that it makes me love how they look!!!
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Posted: 1:12:38 AM 5/18/2006
hey I have 2 my mom and dad have 1 and my sister had 1 as well, black and tan all they way, but really find a good breeder, and make sure you want one, you can never let them off lead, they willnot come when you call, unless food in involed, and that is only inside. They can be unperdictable with dogs of the same sex and that goes for all dogs they will not back down from a big dog. And some will kill small animals, not all but some, mine don't my parents does. They don't bark alot, and females will yodel, males rarely do, though. Any more q's about them ask me. Mine are 10 and 9 years old right now.
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Posted: 6:49:13 PM 5/18/2006
Okay thanks everyone again! I think I'm ready for a Shiba but I'll wait for summer break to be with him/her for quite a while! I'll also get to learn some more! I also think I will get a red/orange one. Thanks ruffian! I'll ask you if I need help with anything!
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Posted: 6:54:05 PM 5/18/2006
I hope you've done a lot of research on the Shiba Inu breed, Stevenboy. They're gorgeous dogs, and I considered one myself, but I hear they're quite a handful! Best of luck!
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Posted: 7:08:37 PM 5/18/2006
Thanks! I'm really responsible and I have tons of time in my hands! Even my teacher says I'm her best student! I've been doing research since I was 10 (I'm 11 now)! I think I could be a good owner and I am prepared for anything. They're unpredictable but yet again, so am I! I do research every couple of days but I know the majority of the things websites/books know so I really hope I'm going to be a good owner! My mom is considering getting one for me since I'm the smartest kid in my class and I'm lazy so she wants me to do some exercise by walking a dog and playing with it. She wanted me to get a dog good for an apartment and Shiba was the first thing that came into my mind but I had no idea if they were good for Apts.
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Posted: 11:39:22 PM 5/18/2006
In reference to the link that was posted by one of the members....greyhounds are great apartment dogs. I have one in our apartment and he does fine. We walk him frequently enough that it doesn't really matter. They are major couch potatoes anyway.
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Posted: 7:25:56 PM 5/19/2006
I would consider a Grey Hound but My cousin hates big dogs and she'd never get out of her room! She's alright with Shiba since they're pretty small but she'd go insane with a grey hound. Btw, we live together w/ our families!
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Posted: 7:49:51 PM 5/19/2006
If you are looking for a cat, get a shiba! They are not obedient or out to please thier 'masters'! That being said they are funny and can be pretty neat. Some are aloof with strangers and some are a little dog aggressive! Take a look at:

http://national.shibarescue.org/ for some good information and maybe there is a nice one in your area for adoption!

I did shiba rescue for 8 years, they are neat but different.
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Posted: 7:58:48 PM 5/19/2006
You know, I think it will be more important what you do outside of the apartment and the consistancy of it.

Good luck, they are gorgeous dogs. I've never owned one, but love seeing them at shows.
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Posted: 5:26:31 PM 5/20/2006
Thanks for the website I've read it before but thanks anyways! I almost forgot all about it! Also, I have tons of room in/out of the apartment. We have 2+ parks/fields the size of football stadiums! I think the activeness is covered though thanks for woorying! Lol!
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Posted: 8:41:43 PM 5/20/2006
you don't sound like you're 11.

anyways. i have a shiba too. if you've done all you're research, you will know:

they suck at recall.
they don't follow you around.
they are not the happiest to be around you, in general, but it depends on the actual dog.
they will not come running happily to sit on your lap to be pet for hours.
they only listen to you less than half the time.
they shed like mad, you will eat more than your share of dog fur.
they WILL ignore you.
they will run away if they get a chance.

i know they are dead cute, but half of that gets thrown out the window when you experience them for real.

i love my dog really, but when i think of an 11 year old kid, i mostly see something OTHER than a "primitive" breed.

but if you're dead set on it, more power to you.
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Posted: 9:25:17 PM 5/20/2006
You better ask your mom if she can deal with vaccuming dog hair then. And if you cousin is scared of big dogs she may be scared of an aloof one too?
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Posted: 9:27:41 PM 5/20/2006
If you like greyhounds, Italian greyhounds are a great toy breed!
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Posted: 1:50:23 PM 5/21/2006
Well I actually am 11 and I'm prettty sure I can take care of one. I don't mind about vacuuming and my mom says as long as I take care of it she won't mind all of that. Even though they may not come when I call, I'll be alright with it since I don't lose my temper easily. So thanks I've got tons of things to consider but I still have a month to make up my mind so I'll try to remember all of those tips!
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Posted: 1:54:04 PM 5/21/2006
Boy I wish my son was as responsible as you!LOL!
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Posted: 3:40:28 PM 5/21/2006
Rule:

Must be over 13 yr old to use.

Oh well. Who cares?


You sound responsible enough, but first you need to be ABSOLUTELY sure that the Shiba is the dog for you. Ask yourself if the Shiba fits your lifestyle almost perfectly.
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