Shiba Inu is another dog from Japan that belongs to the group of Spitz dog breeds. This dog is beautiful, active, but somewhat stubborn and independent. Spitz dog breeds are a marvelous choice for all people living in places with harsh weather conditions. Most of these dogs have a kind of wolf-like appearance and body features that keep them warm even in the coldest places. There are more than 50 Spitz dog breeds in the world today, but only 16 of them are AKC recognized, and Shiba Inu is among them.