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We are looking for mini-reviews written by shiba owners who have read these books, please contact Lynda Birmantas to contribute yours if we don't have one, also feel free to suggest books to include on our list!
The Complete Shiba Inu by Maureen Atkinson
Though Takumi loved all his dogs as if they were his own family, his own favorite was Jojofu (Heroiine) for she was the bravest and smartest dog in the land. Based on a Japanese folktale taken from the ancient Ima Mukashi scrools, the story of Jojofu, who saves her master time and again, has delighted children and dog lovers for more than a thousand years. Full color.
Recommended by David Arthur “for a long time, the only book on our breed that I could locate! It is great! Covers all subjects, from breeding; crate training; feeding, etc. A must for any shiba owner”
"It is about building a loving relationship between your pet and child and discusses what to do before you bring a baby home. I suggest it to people in my obedience classes all of the time" ... Liz Williams
Is a Springer Spaniel too high-strung for an apartment? Is a Golden Retriever the best choice for a family with young children? This easy-to-use, A-Z guide profiles the behaviors of all breeds recognized by the AKC, as well as a cross-section of mixed breeds. The authors also discuss how to choose the right breeder, how to select a puppy and prepare for its homecoming, and more. Line art.
The Complete Dog Book for Kids is the ultimate show-and-tell for children who love dogs. Kids will love the photos of the familiar and not-so-familiar breeds, and they'll learn all about the rich history of dogs and how their pets contribute to it. Each breed is profiled and the page has a box with a “fun fact” that will appeal to children. 240 photos, 160 in color.
The friendly dog lover handbook to the million-dollar world of canines. Dogs for Dummies offers a complete, humorous reference to the dogs, from choosing a puppy to caring for an older dog, from selecting a kennel to traveling with a dog, from obedience school to shows at Madison Square Garden. Cartoon illustrations throughout.
Every dog lover will want to own and proudly display this large format book that's filled with beautiful color photos of American champions doing what they were bred to do. The mother-daughter, author-photographer team of Tara and Kathy Darling captures the essences of 82 best-loved breeds.
Responsible Dog Ownership addresses selecting the right dog, responsible breeding practices, neutering, control, multiple-dog ownership, grooming, care and health, and more.
With the same profusions of beautiful color photographs and comprehensive, highly informative text, the Ultimate Dog Book will be certain to match if not surpass the terrific performance of The Ultimate Cat Book (praised as the “the best breed and care book on the market today” by Cat World International). 575 original 4-color photographs. 23 2-color illustrations.
From Janeen Macom: This book is very informative on what breeds are like and it's very easy to read. It also has an excellent section on how to buy a dog and the questions to ask your breeder and what you should expect to be asked by your breeder. This is where I first read abut the shiba.
Considered to be an absolute must for the potential breeder. I've been hearing all good things about it from various lists.
Written for the layperson and the scientist alike, this study of how heredity affects physical and behavioral conditions in dogs includes genetic principles, polygenic inheritance, inheritance on many desirable and undesirable features, genetic diseases, and much more.
Recommended by Liz Kinoshita “this is a great book on breeding!”
An intelligently written, expertly organized study of the laws and effects of inheritance. Willis has produced a comprehensive, clear and readable guide that explains the principles and practice in terms accessible to the thinking breeder.
Considered to be an absolute must for the potential breeder. I've been hearing all good things about it from various lists.
For new and prospective participants to the sport of dog showing, here are insider tips and observations to help the fledgling exhibitor enter the intriguing world of dog shows while avoiding common mistakes. The photographs are matched to the text to provide a graphic emphasis and to acquaint readers more fully to what dog shows look like as well as how they work.
Has Shiba photos taken by our own Mike Ross!
George Alston has been one of the country's pre-eminent professional handlers for over 30 years. Now, the secrets of his success are shared with every dog fancier. Find out how to train both mentally and physically, to size up the competition, and to turn being an amateur into an advantage.
Whether underscored by humor or deep emotion, all of the stories here share the same theme — the strong, enigmatic bond between dog and master. A demonstrated best seller in its original publication, Morrow has revised this volume to omit less popular stories and add contemporary stories by both famed and newer writers.
On scene to cover the Alaskan Malamute National Specialty Show for Dog's Life Magazine, writer Holly Winter follows the trail of a killer when the show judge is bludgeoned to death!
The Complete Dog Book for Kids is the ultimate show-and-tell for children who love dogs. Kids will love the photos of the familiar and not-so-familiar breeds, and they'll learn all about the rich history of dogs and how their pets contribute to it. Each breed is profiled and the page has a box with a “fun fact” that will appeal to children. 240 photos, 160 in color.
Melissa has always wanted a dog, but there's something strange about the big dog that follows her home from school.
Recommended by Monica Flynn
A practical guide to the physical and behavioral displays owners and dogs exchange and how to use them to create a lasting bond.
Recommended by Monica Flynn
Recommended by Liz Kinoshita: “I find her books easy to read and a whole lot of fun! This is my favorite!”
Recommended by Liz Kinoshita: “A great intro to Positive Reinforcement (Training)”
Recommended by Monica Flynn
The first book to address the training needs and distinctions of dogs shown in conformation competition and Obedience Trials together.
Recommended by David Arthur “I refer to this as my 'bible'. It has saved me and my first shiba from a potentially bad relationship. This book taught ME how to raise the dog I wanted! He is now fabulous, but there were some rocky times and this book was a lifesaver!”
Here is the first consumer's guide profiling 56 of the most popular American Kennel Club breeds, ranked by 13 behavioral traits.
This revolutionary new dog training book takes a dog owner through the dog's life, with all of the “how, why, when and where” questions answered. Halliburton offers sensible advice that makes sense for specific kinds of dogs, demonstrating that a Pekingese is vastly different from a Basset Hound or a Golden Retriever. Different breeds train differently, enjoy different games, and basically have different “personalities.”
Recommended by Monica Flynn: “If you're looking for a book about what to expect in the obedience ring, you can beat this one (also available as a video, so you can see dogs and handlers in action. It takes you step by step through the entire ring performance and tells you exactly what you need to be able to do to complete each exercise. It also points out lots of common mistakes that people make.”
Hard to find, but Amazon may be able to find you a used copy within 1-3 months, will request approval of price and condition before shipping.
Recommended by Jo-Ann Gray “The books states the responsibility of breeders, commercial pet foods, steroids and hormones, diet and nutrition, allergy producing foods. I don't totally agree with this book, but it does give one something to think about.”
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