Feeling down? Here’s a Shiba who can empathize.
Sometimes life gives us too many lemons, yet spares us no sugar with which to make our lemonade. In times like that, sometimes it’s all you can do to keep from throwing yourself on the floor right then and there and just refusing to move. Much like this little guy.
This Shiba Inu, named Yū (whose kanji name 優 means “gentle”), seems to have a lot of those moments, if the photos his person posts on the sweetly-named Twitter account @always_with_yu are any indication.
絶対にやる気のない写真が撮れました。 pic.twitter.com/c5sagtbFzi
— 柴犬のゆう (@always_with_yu) November 11, 2016
▼ No, not today.
今日の散歩、ちゃんと邪魔にならない感じの場所で横になってました。 pic.twitter.com/CmeLJ7idUj
— 柴犬のゆう (@always_with_yu) October 26, 2016
▼ I said no! Just let me be…
いったん言うこと聞いてからの「でも私はまだ帰りたくないんですー」 pic.twitter.com/8g6twoXsKm
— 柴犬のゆう (@always_with_yu) October 19, 2016
▼ I can’t with this mountain today.
見事な秋晴れだったので、富士山見に行きました。 pic.twitter.com/Q22M5SW09y
— 柴犬のゆう (@always_with_yu) October 15, 2016
▼ I can’t with this road.
ハッと振り返ったら、シュールな風景になってた。 pic.twitter.com/pXXfWDVDbQ
— 柴犬のゆう (@always_with_yu) October 14, 2016
▼ I just can’t today…
無邪気に横たわる愛犬を撮ったつもりが、孤独な行き倒れの姿みたいに撮れてしまった… pic.twitter.com/6qU7PQbT9f
— 柴犬のゆう (@always_with_yu) October 7, 2016
▼ No walk today? I guess it’s just as well…
散歩行きたいツチノコを発見しました。#ツチノコ pic.twitter.com/NQ5aoZRqMx
— 柴犬のゆう (@always_with_yu) November 10, 2016
But as they say, after the rain comes a rainbow, and with a good friend by your side you’re sure to find something to smile about!
黙れ小僧！お前にサンが救えるか！って、やらせてみたけど全然怖くなかった。#もののけ姫 pic.twitter.com/vdrb2Qngjf
— 柴犬のゆう (@always_with_yu) October 10, 2016
If you’d like to see some other adorable Shiba Inu displaying a lack of enthusiasm for daily activities, you might want to check out the dog that’s quick to shut down its owner’s kisses or the pup that got turned into an embroidered brooch after refusing to go for a walk. Even when they’re lacking in enthusiasm, Shiba Inu still manage to make us smile!
Source, featured image: Twitter/@always_with_yu
Adorable Shiba Inu is famous on Japanese Twitter for refusing to move when she’s having fun【Pics】
Five reasons why Shiba Inu are the absolute best
Yoga for dogs? Nope, just your friendly, lazy neighborhood Shiba Inu【Photos】
Shimamura Boutique shop has the perfect Shiba pillow for a little Shiba Inu
Shiba Inu in the snow: Japanese dogs melt hearts with their love for the cold【Pics & Video】
Nine amazing off-the-beaten-path cherry blossom spots in Japan for yaezakura and shidarezakura
Studio Ghibli unveils new Rollbahn notebook in honour of Howl’s Moving Castle
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Stunning central Japan wisteria festival is like a purple fantasy straight out of a Ghibli movie
Mister Donut wows matcha lovers in Japan with new Dora Matcha doughnuts
10 awesome Tokyo cherry blossom festivals and experiences for this year’s sakura season
Universal Studios’ Sailor Moon theme park attraction is finally coming to America
Tokyo government organizes food truck event to clear out delinquent/homeless teen gathering area
Umamusume food and drinks dash into real world at Family Mart convenience stores[Taste test]
Perfume single cover designed by Chihayafuru manga artist is “Flash”ing into headlines
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in Japan with record-early starts for sakura season
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
When will the cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Japan this year?[Forecast]
7-Eleven Japan’s giant fried chicken skewer would be too big to eat, so it’s really for cuddling
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Japanese Shiba Inu runs a sweet potato stand, melts hearts everywhere
Shiba Inu boss lazes around in flowers while winning Japanese workers’ hearts
Japanese Mame Shiba Inu banknote design pays homage to nation’s beloved dog
Cute Shiba Inu trio has Internet in stitches over classic stakeout routine
Accessories make the dog as Shiba Inu goes from schoolgirl cute to anime hero macho
It’s official: You can’t be angry at Doge【Video】
Japanese pet owner illustrates likeness between adorable Shiba Inu and Pokémon Eevee
Japanese Shiba Inu shows even the dog world’s biggest goofs can have elegant table manners【Video】
Japanese Twitter user accidentally transforms his pet Pomeranian into a Shiba Inu
Adorable Shiba Inu gives the best response to owner’s magic trick【Video】
Popular cosplaying Shiba Inu H-chan begs for a snack, gets a bowlful of regret instead
You’re so cute when you’re angry. Shiba Inu gets angry at mocking mini-me toy【Video】
Wall dogs: Pups poking their heads through holes wanting to join you on your walkies 【Pics】
How big is the PlayStation 5? About as big as a Shibu Inu dog, photos show【Photos】
These Shiba Inu dogs are so cute they need a sign above their peeping holes
Synchronized Shiba siblings spark spontaneous satisfied squeals【Video】