Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming

Alert
Intelligent
Playful
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Siberian Shibas are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Toy Fox Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Siberian Shibas aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Toy Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Shiba Inu, Siberian Husky

smooth fox terrier, chihuahua, miniature pinscher, manchester terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

1800s

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Fawn
Brown
White
Red
Pied
Gray

Black
Brown
White

Siberian Shibas have medium-length coats.

Toy Fox Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Siberian Shiba can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Toy Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts

Allergies
Hypothyroidism

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Profile
Intraocular Pressure
Blood Count
Chemical Analysis
Ophthalmic Examination

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Siberian Shibas are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Toy Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Siberian Shiba has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Toy Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Siberian Shibas sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Toy Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Siberian Shibas bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Toy Fox Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walk, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Tug of war, Tag

Walk, Run, Fetch, Hide & Seek, Tug-of-war

Siberian Shibas are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Toy Fox Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Siberian Shiba, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Toy Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Siberian Shibas usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Toy Fox Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Siberian Shiba requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Toy Fox Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Siberian Shiba feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 3-7 pound (1 - 3 kg) Toy Fox Terrier feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Siberian Shiba is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Toy Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Siberian Shiba is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Toy Fox Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Siberian Shiba is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Toy Fox Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Siberian Shibas are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Toy Fox Terriers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Siberian Shibas are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Toy Fox Terriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Siberian Shibas are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Toy Fox Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Siberian Shibas are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Toy Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Siberian Shibas may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Toy Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.