1. Keep the dog warm
A seven month old Shiba Inu still needs careful daily care, especially after sudden drops in temperature, getting wet in the rain, or not being dried properly after a bath. In these situations the dog can easily catch a chill. If the owner notices that the Shiba has sneezed many times in a single day, warm bedding and a little extra warmth should be provided immediately. A small dog shirt can help, and cotton cloth or blankets should be placed where the dog sleeps and rests so that it does not get chilled again.
2. Use supportive pet nutrition products
If sneezing is accompanied by coughing, a runny nose, red eyes, heavy eye discharge, or a dry nose, then simple warmth may not be enough. In that case owners often give supportive pet products aimed at helping the dog through a mild cold. Such products can be offered directly, mixed into dog food, or added to canned food, depending on what the dog accepts best.
3. Go to a veterinary hospital if needed
If the Shiba Inu continues sneezing even after being kept warm and receiving supportive care for a period of time, and the situation does not improve or becomes worse, then the owner should become more cautious. The cold may be more serious than expected, or the dog could even be dealing with something like distemper or parvovirus. In that case, a prompt visit to a professional veterinary hospital is the correct next step so that targeted treatment can be chosen.