Shio vs. Water

Prior to getting Shio, we have read that Shibas do not like water. So, we made a conscious effort to expose Shio to water as early as possible, including giving him a bath the first night he arrived home.

Despite our efforts, the Shiba in Shio is too strong for us to fight -- he now hates water. He will walk around wet spots on the pavement, he will walk right by buildings to avoid getting wet in the rain, he will pee right outside the door of the building to avoid having to get wet when it is raining, and when we try to give him a bath, he will take every available opportunity to attempt an escape.

To give one final test of Shio's hatred of water, we tried to get him to dip in the lake at Bear Mountain 2 weeks ago. And yes -- he hates water alright...

So now, when it rains, Ting will exercise Shio in the hallway...

Shibas will be what shibas will be...