Shiba Inu

This is one of Lesley's favorite dogs. The Shiba Inu might be a little too active for an apartment, but most Web sites say they'd do OK in one. We'd just have to make sure to take him/her to the dog park to run around from time to time.

Shiba Inu - He just wants to play

Size: 15-25 lbs 
Life expectancy: 12-15 years 
Grooming: Comb and brush when necessary 
Shedding: Seasonally heavy shedder

Pros
Easy to train and easy to housebreak
Don't bark very much
Not a demanding dog, will adapt to your exercise habits

Cons
Can be reserved with strangers
Can be hard to control off a leash

Looks like a pretty cute dog, and hopefully it will do well in an apartment. Like I said, Lesley's a big fan. Are you? Let us know in the comments, and please vote in the poll on the right.

Sources: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/shiba.htm
http://www.akc.org/breeds/shiba_inu/

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