Puppy Care
Things to Consider Before Getting Your First Puppy
A friendly, practical checklist for first-time puppy parents in Singapore — from housing rules to the first night home.
Shiba Inu Puppies for Sale in Singapore
A spirited, fox-like Japanese breed with a dignified, independent soul. Find Shiba Inu puppies listed on Pawjoy here, and get to know the breed so you can choose with confidence.
Shiba Inu puppies
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Before you bring home a Shiba Inu
- TemperamentConfident, alert and reserved with strangers.
- GroomingWeekly brushing most of the year, with heavy seasonal shedding when daily brushing helps.
- HousingThe Shiba Inu does not appear on HDB's approved dog breeds list, so keeping one in an HDB flat requires HDB's prior written permission..
- SizeRoughly 33–43 cm at the shoulder; roughly 8–11 kg.
- ExerciseModerate to high: daily walks plus enrichment.
- Singapore livingTheir dense coat means Shibas need to be walked in the cool of the day with shade and water.
Questions people ask about Shiba Inu puppies
- Are Shiba Inus good for first-time owners?
- They can be, for owners willing to learn about independent breeds and invest in patient training and socialisation.
- Can a Shiba Inu live in an HDB flat?
- Shiba Inus are not on HDB's approved list, so you would need HDB's prior written permission.
- Do Shiba Inus shed?
- Yes, they have a thick double coat with heavy seasonal sheds.
Helpful reading before choosing a Shiba Inu
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