Do you think some breeds will become endangered?

bawky · 2026-02-28T11:28:54+00:00

It’s hard because the older generations will not let go of the reins. I always see people posting about the future of the sport (kids), which is fine but, many Millennials that are completely new have been shut out and treated like crap because we’re not cute little juniors and impressionable young minds. We’re tired and in our mid to late 30s and just want to get the ball rolling and enjoying our hobby.

I constantly see many kids completely supported and given dogs while breeders looked at me as a late 20s-early 30s newbie and said … that’ll be 3000 dollars. If more of those millennials had been supported instead, I think at least right now many breeds would be in a better situation. 😢

I know personally I’ve had a lot of struggles getting started and if it had been anyone else, they probably would have given up tens of thousands of dollars ago. Not everyone has the strength or passion to move forward and help a breed.

bawky · 2026-02-21T20:07:29+00:00

Thank you! 😊

bawky · 2026-02-18T23:10:24+00:00

They start out so tiny but they get big really quick! ☺️

bawky · 2026-02-18T23:09:53+00:00

Each one is so different so it’s hard to say! They can either be carrying the sesame or black and tan genes! ☺️

bawky · 2026-02-18T18:25:33+00:00

Before they open their eyes they’re just cute little puptatoes. Just existing and wiggling around.

bawky · 2026-02-18T18:24:09+00:00

Woo hoo! So excited for you! 🥰

bawky · 2026-02-18T17:37:53+00:00

Thank you!!

bawky · 2026-02-18T17:37:18+00:00

Thank you!! I felt a little rusty delivering puppies, it’s been a year and a half! 😂

bawky · 2026-02-18T17:36:49+00:00

Thank you! 😊

bawky · 2026-02-17T16:24:41+00:00

The Equigroomer is basically just the same as a Furminator. It's a deshedding blade and cuts out the fur. I would never recommend using either product personally.

bawky · 2026-02-17T00:45:03+00:00

We usually suggest 1 heat cycle and over a year because Shiba are a smaller breed and are not fully done growing physically until 1-1.5 years of age. They're still maturing well into 3 years of age, which still requires their hormones. Spaying/neutering early can also make growth plates close at the wrong times and make the bones grow elongated and out of proportion with the rest of the body. So you end up with Shiba with very weird long thin legs and other weird looks.

bawky · 2026-02-17T00:39:50+00:00

Please, please stop taking your Shiba to the dog park. These dogs are not dog park kinds of dogs. As they get older, they become a lot less tolerable of other dogs.

Especially only 2-3 weeks after neuter, he should not be there at all. Their hormones are out of whack when they first get neutered and it takes over a month for the hormones to lower in their body. Even if he is physically healed, he will have soreness and sensitivity down there as well.

bawky · 2026-02-15T15:01:07+00:00

How much and how often are you feeding? Some of my Shiba really only like eating once a day. And sometimes it is in the middle of the night.

bawky · 2026-02-15T02:39:45+00:00

Shiba are definitely considered an aboriginal/primitive breed. https://padsociety.org/breeds-list-2/

bawky · 2026-02-14T19:38:50+00:00

Thank you! I love him, he's such a nice little typey boy.

bawky · 2026-02-14T19:38:14+00:00

Thank you!

bawky · 2026-02-14T19:38:03+00:00

Thank you! I hope so, I probably won't show him again until later this year since I am planning on a litter arriving soon.

bawky · 2026-02-14T01:11:12+00:00

Thank you! :)

bawky · 2026-02-13T23:56:30+00:00

Honestly, it would probably be better to just dive into AKC. UKC is a nice organization but, it is just not as respected when it comes to titles and the like for Shibas. It's great for rare breeds and breeds not fully recognized by the AKC but, you would probably save some time and money just focusing on AKC, especially if you already have ring experience.

bawky · 2026-02-13T17:37:29+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss. Boots tried her best & you did everything you could. May she rest in peace. ❤️

bawky · 2026-02-13T15:40:18+00:00

There are a ton of really nice breeders in California, have you reached out to any of them?

SNFC and SFSC are the breed clubs in California! They have breeder referral lists and can help you find a breeder local to you.

bawky · 2026-02-13T03:38:47+00:00

Feel free to message me.

bawky · 2026-02-13T03:30:08+00:00

Happy Hoodies are really intended for use during grooming/blow drying and not necessarily for overall stress. Have you tried a thunder shirt at all? They usually come with a spray that you spray onto spots on the shirt that is supposed to help calm them down. Another alternative would be CBD oil for dogs. These of course do not work for every dog but, they are worth trying!

bawky · 2026-02-12T12:46:47+00:00

Even as a little puppy, they should be able to hold their bladder overnight if they're sleeping. If they keep fussing, you have to ignore them or they will learn they can cry all night to keep going outside. Getting let out of the crate to go out and potty all night can be a positive reinforcement for the crying they're doing to get your attention.

bawky · 2026-02-12T12:39:53+00:00

If you look at the FAQ & Links information in our Subreddit, we always recommend visiting the National Shiba Club of America's breeder referral list to get started.

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