Shiba Inu Forum:
Jump and Jive Dog

My yr. old neutered Shiba has learned to jump/climb the new fence. Then it's a game of catch me if you can. Last time he crossed a major intersection...it's scary. Any thots? Electric collar? Rose bushes along the fence? I hate being not able to run him in the back yard but I don't trust him not to take off?

Some people have a high fence or electric fences.

Begin teaching your dog to play chase with you-he ONLY chases you, never chase him. That way when he gets loose instead of the "come and get me" game, you can turn and run in the direction you want him to go and it becomes the "come and get you" game. Try it - it works!

We installed a 5 foot fence. I was strongly advised that a 4ft w/shiba is of no use. What height is the fence??

I have a one year old female Shiba that has learned to jump and climb a 5ft wood fence. She jumps into the neighbors yard to play with their golden retriever they keep outside. I would recommend at least a 6 ft fence. I am considering an invisible electric fence around my existing fence.