Pure bread shiba inu?

[Catastrophic]

Not sure if this is the best place to post this but I am wondering if anyone can tell me if this is a purebreds Shiba inu? Thank you!

 

[CaliFarmsAR]

Beautiful dog!!! I’m Not similar with the breed so I’m not sure, I have never seen one with the color though!

 

[CaliFarmsAR]

Can you get a picture of him standing? That would help!!

 

[Catastrophic]

This is the only picture the seller has sent me, but I can send a picture of the parents

 

[Catastrophic]

 

[CaliFarmsAR]

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They look pure, the spotted ones are making me think they aren’t, but I guess Shiba Inus come spotted!

 

[CaliFarmsAR]

So Shiba Inus don’t come spotted, I read that can be from outbreeding, a puppy mill, or poor breeding.

 

[CaliFarmsAR]

 

[townchicks]

It may be "purebred", but not well bred. What is it that you are looking for in a dog? If you just want a pet that you like the look of, this may be a good choice, BUT here are some warnings. A breeder that does not at least try to breed dogs that fit the standard for their breed is not likely to worry about health and temperament either. Shibas are known for temperament issues.I'm sure there are nice ones out there, but to be bluntly honest, in 40+ years working with dogs as a groomer and vet assistant, I've never met one. Temperament is largely genetic, sure you can raise them right, but their basic nature is what it is. If you cannot meet the parents, and excess their temperaments, just don't do it!

 

[CaliFarmsAR]

It may be "purebred", but not well bred. What is it that you are looking for in a dog? If you just want a pet that you like the look of, this may be a good choice, BUT here are some warnings. A breeder that does not at least try to breed dogs that fit the standard for their breed is not likely to worry about health and temperament either. Shibas are known for temperament issues.I'm sure there are nice ones out there, but to be bluntly honest, in 40+ years working with dogs as a groomer and vet assistant, I've never met one. Temperament is largely genetic, sure you can raise them right, but their basic nature is what it is. If you cannot meet the parents, and excess their temperaments, just don't do it!

I definitely agree!!!