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The Shiba Inu Climbed the Counter and Acted Like It Belonged There

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High up on the kitchen counter, a black and tan Shiba Inu sits sideways, gazing off into the distance with a poised, proud profile. In front of the dog rests a round loaf of bread with a big, soft hole bitten out of it, and crumbs are scattered all around. Behind, a paper towel roll and a cup sit against the wall, and a blue cloth lies bunched up beside them.

Shiba Inus are small, agile dogs from Japan, known for their fox-like faces, their independence, and their catlike habits, including climbing to high places. They are clever and strong-willed, so training works best when it is consistent, short, and full of rewards. Counter surfing is a common problem for athletic breeds, and the best answer is prevention: keep food out of reach, don't leave temptation on the counter, and reward your dog for keeping all four paws on the floor. Plain bread is generally fine in small amounts, but talk to your vet if your dog eats something unusual.

The loaf is gone and the Shiba is not sorry. Nobody could look more composed on a kitchen counter, and with such perfect posture and such a distant gaze, it is hard to remember who might have been responsible for the bread. The next loaf will probably be stored in a closed cabinet, and the Shiba will check the counter anyway.

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