Shiba Inu pets trend on social media through viral photography

Social media users in Japan are sharing viral content featuring Shiba Inu dogs and unique photography techniques.

A Shiba Inu named Hana gained significant attention on X after her owner shared comparison photos. One photo shows Hana at a grooming salon looking extremely tense and formal, with a straight posture and a tight mouth, which users compared to a child being nervous during a formal portrait. This contrasts sharply with other photos of Hana at home, where she displays a bright, relaxed smile.

In another trending post, a Shiba Inu named Maron demonstrated the effectiveness of a specific photography trick. By holding a favorite treat—specifically dried meat wrapped around dog gum—directly above a smartphone, the owner successfully captured Maron looking directly into the camera with a wide, happy expression. The post highlighted how easily dogs can be motivated to pose using food-based visual cues.