Ava

Available

3-7 years|Shiba Inu|Female|Small|Toms River, NJ

🤗 Affectionate☺️ Gentle🤐 Quiet🧠 Smart🐾 Friendly

An adult small-sized female Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White) Shiba Inu dog named Ava for adoption in Toms River, NJ

Ava

Available

3-7 years|Shiba Inu|Female|Small|Toms River, NJ

🤗 Affectionate☺️ Gentle🤐 Quiet🧠 Smart🐾 Friendly

Ava is a spayed female Shiba Inu around 5 years old. She has a beautiful medium coat in tricolor—brown, black, and white—and is a small size. Ava is house trained and up to date with her vaccinations. Living in Toms River, NJ, she has not been weighed but is ready for a loving home!

About Ava

Ava is a lovely 5-year-old Shiba Inu looking for her forever home at Shiba Rescue of New Jersey. After spending most of her life in a puppy mill in Kentucky, she is discovering the meaning of love and comfort. In a nurturing foster environment, Ava has shown herself to be gentle and affectionate, delighting in companionship when she feels safe. She enjoys the company of other dogs and shares her space easily, notably forming a bond with a Boxer named Haven. This social side shines through when she is around her dog friends; her energy and happiness come alive, making her a joy to be around. Ava loves to bask in the sun, observe the outside world from her favorite spot by the door, and even chat a bit when she's hungry. Patience and time are what Ava needs as she adjusts to her new life. With a securely fenced yard and a heart open to her journey, you’ll find that earning her trust is a deeply rewarding experience. Ava is spayed, vaccinated, and house trained. She is ready to embark on her next chapter. What are you waiting for? Apply today!

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Rescues & Shelters

Shiba Rescue of New Jersey

Location Address: Toms River, NJ 08753 Get directions

Questions about Ava

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Ava, as a Shiba Inu, does best in a secure home where she can feel safe. A quiet, loving environment with a fenced yard will help her thrive.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Ava needs a home with a securely fenced yard where she can explore and play, given that she is learning to walk on a leash.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
While Ava is gentle and affectionate, her ideal home would be with older children who can respect her need for patience and understanding.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Ava would do better with an experienced owner who can provide the time and patience needed for her to learn trust.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Ava gets along wonderfully with other dogs; her current best friend is a Boxer named Haven, showing her social and friendly nature.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
There isn't specific information about Ava's behavior around cats, so it would be best to introduce her slowly and observe her reactions.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Ava’s history and temperament suggest she may be non-aggressive, but caution is recommended when meeting small animals.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Ava may be shy initially but warms up once she feels safe. Earning her trust is a rewarding process.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Ava may do best with moderate periods alone as she adjusts to her new home, especially until she builds more confidence.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Ava will benefit from continued gentle training and socialization to help her adjust to her new life.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Ava is a small-sized dog, typical of the Shiba Inu breed.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Shiba Inus generally live between 12 to 15 years, so Ava has many happy years ahead.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Ava has a medium length coat, which may result in moderate shedding, requiring regular brushing.