I AM MY SHIBA INU: A Practical and Real-Life Guide to Raising, Training, and Living with a Happy Shiba Inu (The Explora Collection) Paperback – February 16, 2026

I Am My Shiba Inu — More Than a Training Manual. A Shared Journey.The Shiba Inu is not a dog for everyone.He is an ancient spirit in an athletic body — a Japanese National Treasure with the heart of a samurai and the independence of a primitive hunter.If you’re looking for a cold, impersonal training book filled with universal commands and rigid formulas, this isn’t it.But if you’re looking for an honest, real-life, deeply practical guide written by someone who actually lives with a Shiba Inu — you’re in the right place.I am a Shiba Inu owner, just like you.Jin — my four-legged companion — has taught me far more than I have ever taught him. Inside these pages, I share real experiences: mistakes, breakthroughs, doubts, escapes, difficult days, and moments of deep connection.This book is a practical guide — but also a journal, a conversation between people who understand what it truly means to live with a Shiba.Inside You’ll Discover:The Origins and Identity of the Shiba InuHow this ancient mountain hunter’s history still shapes his behavior today.Understanding the Shiba MindHow to read subtle signals, prevent the infamous Shiba scream, and truly understand what your dog is communicating.Ethical, Balanced TrainingReal-world strategies to raise a confident yet well-balanced dog — without dominance, coercion, or force.Solving Common ChallengesFrom the “almost impossible” recall to resource guarding, from rainy-day resistance to heavy seasonal shedding.Choosing WiselyHow to avoid scams (including so-called “Mameshiba”), select an ethical breeder, or welcome an adult Shiba through rescue.Practical Everyday DecisionsHarnesses, leashes, grooming tools, mental enrichment, daily routines — explained clearly and realistically.Senior Shiba CareA special section dedicated to aging with your companion — often ignored, but deeply important.Why This Book Is Different• Not copied or generic — everything comes from lived experience• Suitable for first-time owners and experienced Shiba lovers alike• Chapter summary sheets for quick reference• Emotional journal pages for the harder moments• Available in hardcover and paperback (black & white illustrations included)Exclusive Bonus Download:50 Japanese names for your Shiba Inu — each with meaning, history, and cultural roots.This Book Is For You If:You want to truly understand your Shiba — not just “train” him.You’re looking for guidance that respects you as a person.You want to face breed-specific challenges with awareness and patience.You love dogs for who they are — not for what they should be.Raising a Shiba Inu changes you.It forces you to slow down. To observe. To grow.And one day you’ll realize:while you were trying to teach him how to live in this world, he was teaching you how to live in it better.Stop fighting his nature.Start walking beside it.Order your copy today and begin a different kind of journey — together with your Shiba Inu. Read more