19 Reasons To Never, Under Any Circumstances Adopt A Shiba Inu

The Shiba Inu dog breed was originally bred to flush birds and small game, and was occasionally used to hunt wild boar. They are known for their spirited personality, small upright ears, and cat-like agility. Today they serve primarily as a companion dog in Japan and the United States.

The Shiba Inu is the smallest of the six original and distinct spitz breeds of dog from Japan. But don't let their size and ever so good looks fool you...thinking of adopting one? Think again. Here are 19 reasons why you should never EVER do that....

1. They cannot be trusted around your children...

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2. They take life very seriously and HATE attention...

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3. Oh and they have snow time for snow so make sure you live somewhere warm...

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4. They absolutely hate posing for photos...

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5. And are renown for their legendary dance moves so be prepared to be upstaged out on the floor...

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6. They cannot be trusted around their feline friends...

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7. And are highly graceful creatures that must never ever be underestimated.

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8. Birthday celebrations and cake are MANDATORY.

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9. Be prepared to fund their Starbucks obsession...

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10. They have also been known to have a bit of an attitude...

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11. And must always be dressed in the latest fashion, designer only of course.

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12. Nope, definitely not adorable...

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13. So be prepared to spend hours at the playground with them.

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14. You will be powerless against a Shiba’s greatest weapon: The squinty smile...

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15. They are totally normal dogs and will provide you with zero entertainment so prepared to be bored...

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16. They can also pull off a tie better than you ever will...

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17. So whatever you do...

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^{18. Don't you EVER, under any circumstances...}

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^{19. Adopt a Shiba Inu.}

https://www.instagram.com/p/BfsijX5DVrd/?taken-by=tommyrtsIf you do decide that you want a Shiba Inu, see if you can find one in a shelter before deciding to buy. You can find purebred dogs in shelters just like any other!If you want to get a Shiba Inu puppy, make sure that you don’t support the abusive puppy mill and backyard breeder industry by getting your new family member through a trusted breeder. Ethical breeders will want to meet you several times before they sell you a puppy, will let you see the puppy with their mom, brothers and sisters and will raise their dogs in a home environment.