Phillyist: Return to Sender: Teh Cuteness! We Can't Takez It!

Jillian Ashley Blair Ivey

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:09:22 -0500

Thanks Lyn. Rest assured that, as addicted as I am to Shiba Cam, I definitely did my research on the breed and decided that it wasn't for me (at least not at this point in my life). And thanks also for encouraging people NOT to patronize pet stores. They are, in fact, evil.

lynbir1

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:38:54 -0500

Yes, they’re VERY cute, but they are little teddy bears with an attitude when they grow up. Should you suddenly have the urge to add a shiba inu to your life, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE check out the breed. My site www.shibaweb.com has a lot of information for people interested the breed, and of course, the National Shiba Club of America site is www.shibas.org Do not make an uninformed decision, Midwest Shiba Inu Rescue (www.shibarescue.org) is full of shibas that no longer have their happy homes because the owners did not do their homework (or they were being outplaced from puppy mills). If you’re still absolutely convinced that the shiba inu is for you … #1 rule — DO NOT buy one at a pet store, these are the products of puppy mills and back yard breeders, no matter what they tell you. NO reputable breeder will sell their puppies through a broker or pet store. For more information see my site. Please check out the breeder’s listing at the NSCA site, or check out your local rescue. Shibas are great dogs in the right hands, but they’re definitely not for everyone!

Jillian Ashley Blair Ivey

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 15:11:32 -0500

I love you too, K.

Karina

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 15:07:43 -0500

Oh jeez Jill. Seriously? It wasn't enough for you and Ross to be addicted, ooooh nooooooooo. You have to bring this delightfully cute stream into others lives as well?! UGH!!! Shame on you! (says in a hushed tone) thanks. :-)