What is dog socialization? Some people say that socializing our dogs is a good thing, while others claim that it is risky and results in aggression. Here we discuss whether dog socialization is a good thing and how we can socialize our dogs effectively.
Shiba Diary – Visit to the SPCA
Shiba Inu Diary – Sephy visits the SPCA and gets to play with Zen who is a very handsome Chow Chow. Poor Zen was a bit shy and I think a bit overwhelmed by Sephy’s crazy Shiba play style. Ultimately though, both dogs had some fun play sessions so it was a great visit for everyone.
Socializing a Shiba Inu to Other Dogs
Shiba Inus are a primitive breed. They tend to be stubborn, dominant, independent, and possess a strong instinct to guard. As a result, it can be a challenge to socialize a Shiba Inu to other dogs. Here we consider some of the dog-to-dog socialization challenges of a Shiba Inu as well as how to help our Shiba become more comfortable and tolerant of other dogs.