Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids,
Not good with dogs,
House-trained,
Story
My name is Amara and I’m a princess looking for my forever throne... I mean, home. My name means “immortal” and it’s fitting for a princess like me. I’m a 3-y.o. and a petite 17 lbs. I came to my foster home here in Columbus, OH, from a commercial breeding facility. I’m still getting used to living in a home with humans, so I am shy and skittish at first. But once I know you, I might let you pet me and rub my back... if I’m in the mood to be adored. If you’re looking for a quintessential Shiba, look no further! I have opinions. I like to do what I want - I am not easily swayed by humans and their commands and treats. (Well, in truth. I do like treats!) So far, being a beloved pet is quite suitable. There are soft places to sleep and plentiful food and water. I enjoy reclining within view of my foster dad. He is a dutiful servant and I’m quite fond of him. There are other dogs here and this can be vexing. I decline to join their roughhousing, and I remind them regularly to stay away from my food, my water, my treats and my boudoir (my kennel). Foster dad agrees that I’d do best as an only dog. I might co-exist with a cat, if they kept their distance. If my forever home has well-trained adults and older children, that would be suitable. But no small children, please. I enjoy exploring indoors or spending time near my human. I rest in my kennel when foster dad is not at home and I know how to request to go outside when I need to. However, I strongly object to the harness and leash contraption that foster dad keeps attempting. He says I will enjoy going for walks once I am accustomed. Hrmph! I am a healthy girl, spayed and vaccinated. I have a mild heart murmur, but the vet says that it should not cause concern or require medication. My forever home should have a securely fenced yard and no small children or other dogs, unless you are accustomed to managing resource guarding. You should have experience preventing escapes, since Shibas are expert-level escape artists. If you live in the Midwest and would like to serve a beautiful princess like me, visit www.savingshibas.com/adopt to apply to become an approved SIRA adopter. The application process helps SIRA ensure that we would be a good match. Once approved, SIRA will introduce you to my foster dad, so we can meet!
