# Inu the cute Shiba pet — virtual pup to care games > Virtual pet simulation game featuring a customizable Shiba Inu puppy. (iPhone/iPad app by 9Octobre.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inu-the-cute-shiba-pet/id1449171585 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [9Octobre](https://appshunter.io/developer/956828413) - Category: Games, Education, Family, Simulation - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.60/5 from 324 App Store ratings · 33 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.6 · 242 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2019-01-17 - Data updated: 2026-09-01 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inu-the-cute-shiba-pet/id1449171585/reviews.md ## What is Inu the cute Shiba pet? Dogs and puppies are the cutest animals in the world according to you ? So this little virtual dog, between Shiba and Akita is the perfect animal to have fun and become your number one pet ! Inu is a very intelligent, affectionate and faithful virtual animal. He will not fail to make you laugh but he waits for you to take care of him ! You will discover lots of activities and games to take care of or play with your favorite pet ! INU ...? Give your puppy a name to make it unique or keep the name we have chosen for you ! Inu means "dog" in Japanese language and Shiba is a dog from Japan, quite simply. SHIBA OR AKITA ? And yes, normally the Shiba has a beige coat but Inu is a very special dog, he has the mentality of a Shiba and the coat of an Akita, one could even think that it is a fox with his ears ! But do not panic, his coat Akita can be changed according to your tastes: fox, beauceron, labrador and more, make it the cutest doggie in the world ! PUP THEN A DOG Take care of this puppy, he will grow up and become a real dog while remaining the cutest dog ! It will be necessary to feed it, to clean it and to make it happy so that it grows quickly. A UNIQUE SHIBA Shoes, earrings, hats and more to make your puppy unique ! But also haircuts, make-up and other accessories you need to make your puppy the cutest. DISCOVER WONDERFUL ISLANDS Let's go for the adventure, discover islands with varied themes ! Visit other puppies and dogs, unlock special costumes, food and objects for your pup or discover mini animals to unlock ! SAVE FULL OF MINI ANIMALS So that your cute pup never finds himself alone, save mini animals too cute, from a hamster to a unicorn, they serve as companions too fun ! These mini animals are also customizable with lots of cute accessories, makes them unique. PLAY AT MINI GAMES A multitude of mini games to help you take care of your little puppy, from the sticker collection to gardening and many other activities to never get bored ! The rest is to discover, many more activities and games to discover for your little cute pet, so let's go ! Your turn ! “Inu the shiba” offers users an optional monthly subscription with additional exclusive content. Inu subscription is available on a monthly basis and priced at $4.99 per month. (Price may vary by location). Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. ## Key features - Virtual pet care - Customizable appearance - Island exploration - Mini-games - Collectible companions - Pet growth simulation ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Inu subscription | $3.99 | per month | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Diamonds Pack | $1.99 | one-time | | Diamonds Pack | $3.99 | one-time | | Diamonds Pack | $16.99 | one-time | | One-Shot Offer | $3.99 | one-time | | Special Diamonds Pack | $6.99 | one-time | | Ticket Pack 2 | $6.99 | one-time | | Ticket Pack 1 | $3.99 | one-time | | Ticket Pack 3 | $7.99 | one-time | | Diamonds Pack | $32.99 | one-time | | Special Outfit 2 | $1.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Inu the cute Shiba pet? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 🩷 Adorable puppy character - 💖 Very cute and lovable - ✨ Amazing game - 🐶 Shiba Inu is cute - 🌟 Best virtual pet game - 😍 So much fun - 💯 Super sweet and cute - 👍 Great game - 🦊 Looks like a fox **Cons** - 😩 Annoying ads - 💸 Expensive in-game items - 😵 Dizzying effects - 😠 Grumpy character behavior - 💄 Ugly lipstick on character - ⚠️ Outdated Android version mentioned - 📱 Camera speaker blocks button on iPhone XR **Commonly reported bugs** - Tap on Inu button not working - Cannot start the game - Glitch in the game - Game won't let me play - Won't let start the game - It not work, it broken - Glitch keeps kicking me out - Error with clothing while leveling up size - Shiba Inu can't fit in the bed - Error with half heart in bathroom - Error with exiting like area, shows white screen - First game will not let me play - Cannot turn off purchased customization items **Most requested features** - More actions for the pet - Add more games - Option to bake/cook meals - Make cat onesie free - Add a knockout animation - Fix lipstick on character - Add a no ads purchase option ## Recent user reviews (10 of 33) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inu-the-cute-shiba-pet/id1449171585/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Better than taking Angela *2026-05-01, version 18* CUTECUTE PUPPY🩷🩷🩷🩷BETTER THAN TAKING ANGELA ### 5/5 — Start Bottom is NOT working *2026-03-09* When I verify my age the tap on Inu bottom is not working ### 5/5 — This game has a glitch in it😢 *2026-01-08* Hi I really like talking app games like these and when I saw this game I thought I was going to play it normally like all the other talking app games but when I first downloaded the app and played it I put the year of my birthdate in and when the instructions told me to click on Inu I did but nothing happened and so I can’t play the game because the game won’t let me and it saddens me because I really do like this game so please if you have time to do it can you please fix this glitch so that I can play the game normally? thank you and kind regards😌🥰 ### 5/5 — SO CUTE EHHhHHhHh *2025-11-06, version 17* SHIBA SHIBA ALSO A NICE NAME FOR HER SHELBY THE SHIBA INU ITS PERFECT SHES ADORABLE XD ### 1/5 — Remove the stupid ads!!!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭 *2025-06-06* Everey 15 or 10 seconds an ad automatically pops up and when u exit a game an ad change rooms an ad and even after activities!!!! Pls add a no ads perchase pls!! ### 1/5 — Won’t let start the game *2025-05-30* Can you guys please fix the problem with starting the game I just downloaded it and it won’t let start no matter how much I tap on the screen to start playing ### 5/5 — This is the best game ever *2025-05-27* This is a awesome games but I wish she had more actions when you tap her ### 1/5 — iPhone’s Shiba Inu is Outdated! *2025-01-01* Android’s Version is Updated with enough significant changes! ### 3/5 — I Love Shiba Inu’s And Corgi’s! *2024-12-29* Fox Style is just the right style for me! Similar to Outfit5? Error With Clothing While Leveling Up Size. My Shiba Inu can’t fit in the bed anymore. Error With Half Heart in The Bathroom After Washing & Brushing Teeth. Error With Exiting Like Area, Shows White Screen Only. ### 1/5 — First game will not let me play when I tap the game icon it goes back to my home screen *2024-11-29* I hate this game so much! ## Frequently asked questions about Inu the cute Shiba pet ### What is Inu the cute Shiba pet? Inu the cute Shiba pet is a virtual pet simulation game where you can adopt and care for a digital puppy. You'll feed it, clean it, and play with it to help it grow into a dog. The app offers various activities and mini-games to keep your virtual companion happy and entertained. ### What are the key features of this virtual pet game? Key features include naming your puppy, customizing its coat color and accessories like shoes and hats, exploring themed islands, collecting and customizing mini-animal companions, and playing a variety of mini-games such as sticker collection and gardening. Your puppy will also grow into a dog over time. ### How much does Inu the cute Shiba pet cost? The app is free to download and play, but it offers in-app purchases and an optional monthly subscription. The subscription costs $4.99 per month and provides access to additional exclusive content. Prices may vary by location. ### What kind of activities can I do with my virtual pet? You can engage in a wide range of activities to care for your virtual pet, including feeding it, cleaning it, and making it happy to encourage its growth. Additionally, you can play numerous mini-games, explore different islands, and dress up your pet with various accessories and haircuts. ### Can I customize my virtual dog? Yes, customization is a major aspect of the game. You can give your puppy a unique name, change its coat color to resemble different breeds like a fox, beauceron, or labrador, and accessorize it with items such as shoes, earrings, and hats. You can also change its haircut and apply makeup. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 19 — 2026-05-07 Bugs fixed and improvements ! ### 18 — 2025-12-12 Bugs fixed and improvements ! ### 17 — 2025-05-19 Bugs fixed and improvements ! ### 16 — 2024-08-19 Bugs fixed and improvements ! ### 15 — 2024-08-14 Bugs fixed and improvements ! ## Apps similar to Inu the cute Shiba pet | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Dog Simulator Puppy Pet Hotel](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dog-simulator-puppy-pet-hotel/id1484468739) | 4.4 (15,523) | Free | Games | | [My Boo: Virtual Pet Take Care](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-boo-virtual-pet-take-care/id706099830) | 4.5 (18,823) | Free | Games | | [Dog Town: Pet & Animal Games](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dog-town-pet-and-animal-games/id1313818172) | 4.9 (47,997) | Free | Games | | [Tamadog - Puppy Pet Dog Games](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tamadog-puppy-pet-dog-games/id1484655112) | 4.7 (57,972) | Free | Games | | [Webkinz®: Family Pet Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webkinz-family-pet-game/id1455137730) | 4.5 (3,381) | Free | Games | | [Masha the Dog - My Virtual Pet](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/masha-the-dog-my-virtual-pet/id1240089537) | 4.5 (334) | Free | Games | ## More apps by 9Octobre - [Pow Virtual Pet Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pow-virtual-pet-game/id995599783) - [Oz - Virtual Pet Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oz-virtual-pet-game/id1200506165) - [Pu - Care panda bears](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pu-care-panda-bears/id1241763932) - [Bu my Bunny virtual pets care](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bu-my-bunny-virtual-pets-care/id1344501720) All apps by 9Octobre: https://appshunter.io/developer/956828413 ## Related topics [shiba inu game](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shiba-inu-game) · [shiba inu dog](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shiba-inu-dog) · [shiba game](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shiba-game) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*