Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Shiba Inu: Introduction
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu: Overview
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu
- The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu
- Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu
- Temperament of the Flat-Coated Retriever Versus the Shiba Inu
- Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Shiba Inu
- Adopting the Flat-Coated Retriever versus Adopting the Shiba Inu
- The Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Popularity of Shiba Inu
- Health Problems of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Health Problems of Shiba Inu
- Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu
- Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Shiba Inu
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Shiba Inus?
- Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiba Inu?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Shiba Inu?
- Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Shiba Inu?
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Shiba Inus?
- Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Shiba Inu
- Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Shiba Inus?
- How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and Shiba Inus?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Shiba Inu?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu. Which One is a Better Pet?
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Shiba Inu: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Flat-Coated Retriever and for the Shiba Inu. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Shiba Inu
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu: Overview
A very important difference between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Flat-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Shiba Inu is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Flat-Coated Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Shiba Inu belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Flat-Coated Retriever to the Shiba Inu based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Flat-Coated Retriever | Shiba Inu |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder | 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 17 to 23 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1350 | $2130 |
| Price Range | $1150 – $1800 | $1600 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 92.0 percent | 67.9 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 94 | 44 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Flat-Coated Retriever in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Shiba Inu. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Flat-Coated Retriever is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Shiba Inu is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shiba Inu is a better pet than the Flat-Coated Retriever. So, you should get the Shiba Inu!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu
Below is a list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu are most different:
The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu
The Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu.
Flat-Coated Retrievers weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Flat-Coated Retrievers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Shiba Inus weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Shiba Inus are 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Temperament of the Flat-Coated Retriever Versus the Shiba Inu
The Flat-Coated Retriever has a better temperament than the Shiba Inu.
This is because the temperament score for the Flat-Coated Retriever is 92.0 percent while the temperament score for the Shiba Inu is 67.9 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 92.0 percent, the Flat-Coated Retriever has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 67.9 percent, the Shiba Inu has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu by measuring the temperaments of 87 Flat-Coated Retrievers and 28 Shiba Inus.
Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Shiba Inu
The average price of the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy is $1350. The price of the Flat-Coated Retriever typically ranges from $1150 – $1800. However, the price of a Flat-Coated Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 8 Flat-Coated Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Shiba Inu puppy is $2130. The price of the Shiba Inu typically ranges from $1600 – $2500. However, the price of a Shiba Inu can be as low as $600 and as high as $6995. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 283 Shiba Inu puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Shiba Inu is more expensive than the Flat-Coated Retriever.
| Flat-Coated Retriever | Shiba Inu | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1350 | $2130 |
| Price Range | $1150 to $1800 | $1600 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Flat-Coated Retriever and Shiba Inu. For different price points, the charts show how many Flat-Coated Retriever puppies or how many Shiba Inu puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Flat-Coated Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Shiba Inus
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy or the Shiba Inu puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Flat-Coated Retriever versus Adopting the Shiba Inu
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Flat-Coated Retrievers and many Shiba Inus are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Flat-Coated Retriever named Kaluha that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Flat-Coated Retrievers like Kaluha on pefinder.com.
Also, like Flat-Coated Retrievers, Shiba Inus are also available for adoption. For example, Red Beard is a Male Shiba Inu that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Shiba Inus like Red Beard that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Palisade is the name of another Flat-Coated Retriever (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Akio, an adorable Male Shiba Inu on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Flat-Coated Retrievers and Shiba Inus that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Popularity of Shiba Inu
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Shiba Inu is more popular with dog owners than the Flat-Coated Retriever. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Shiba Inu is 44 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Flat-Coated Retriever is 94 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever
Popularity of Shiba Inu
| Year | Flat-Coated Retriever Popularity Rank | Shiba Inu Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 94 | 46 |
| 2014 | 92 | 47 |
| 2015 | 86 | 45 |
| 2016 | 89 | 44 |
| 2017 | 96 | 45 |
| 2018 | 91 | 44 |
| 2019 | 104 | 45 |
| 2020 | 102 | 43 |
Health Problems of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Health Problems of Shiba Inu
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.
Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Shiba Inu is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Flat-Coated Retriever.
3 health tests are recommended for Flat-Coated Retriever while 3 tests are recommended for the Shiba Inu.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Flat-Coated Retrievers and in Shiba Inus.
Flat-Coated Retriever Health Problems
Flat-Coated Retrievers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Flat-Coated Retriever puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Flat-Coated Retriever puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Flat-Coated Retriever breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Flat-Coated Retrievers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Flat-Coated Retrievers here.
Shiba Inu Health Problems
Shiba Inus are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Shiba Inu puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Shiba Inu puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Shiba Inu breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Shiba Inus for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Shiba Inus here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Flat-Coated Retrievers and Shiba Inus
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Flat-Coated Retriever Breed is Thyroid problems.
This is because the Flat-Coated Retriever ranks 28 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 241 Flat-Coated Retrievers, 14 of them had Thyroid problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Flat-Coated Retrievers, and how common these diseases are in Flat-Coated Retrievers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Shiba Inu Breed is Dentition Database problems.
This is because the Shiba Inu ranks 22 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 200 Shiba Inus, 12 of them had Dentition Database problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Shiba Inus, and how common these diseases are in Shiba Inus relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Flat-Coated Retriever and in Shiba Inu and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu:
| Disease | Flat-Coated Retriever Rank | Shiba Inu Rank |
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| Thyroid problems | 28 out of 115 dog breeds | 91 out of 115 dog breeds |
| Patella problems | 85 out of 145 dog breeds | 31 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 129 out of 144 dog breeds | 53 out of 144 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 129 out of 182 dog breeds | 170 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 172 out of 198 dog breeds | 141 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Dentition Database problems | Not Common | 22 out of 49 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiba Inu?
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Shiba Inus adapt very well to apartment living.
Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Shiba Inu?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Shiba Inus are very good for new dog owners.
Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Shiba Inu
Flat-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shiba Inus do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Shiba Inus?
Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.
Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiba Inu?
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Shiba Inus have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Shiba Inus can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Shiba Inus can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Shiba Inu?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Shiba Inus are very easy to groom.
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Shiba Inu?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.
Shiba Inus are not easy to train.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Shiba Inus?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Shiba Inus are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Shiba Inu
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Shiba Inus have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Shiba Inus?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Shiba Inus are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and Shiba Inus?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Shiba Inus get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Shiba Inu?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Shiba Inus get along fairly well with other dogs.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Flat-Coated Retriever:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shiba Inu that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Shiba Inu:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Flat-Coated Retriever and how the Shiba Inu compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever and of the Shiba Inu to other breeds:
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Cockalier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pyredoodle Flat-Coated Retriever versus American Eskimo Dog Flat-Coated Retriever versus Portuguese Pointer Flat-Coated Retriever versus Saluki Flat-Coated Retriever versus Keeshond Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shihpoo Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiranian Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiranian Flat-Coated Retriever versus Kai Ken
Shiba Inu Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shiba Inu versus Tibetan Mastiff Shiba Inu versus Carolina Dog Shiba Inu versus Collie Shiba Inu versus Boston Terrier Shiba Inu versus Chinese Crested Shiba Inu versus Affenhuahua Shiba Inu versus Shiloh Shepherd Shiba Inu versus Icelandic Sheepdog Shiba Inu versus German Shorthaired Pointer Shiba Inu versus Finnish Lapphund
Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shiba Inu. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Shiba Inu better suits you and your family.