Bury is the term used in ShibaSwap to describe the act of staking tokens. When you bury tokens, you’re essentially locking them in a smart contract, which means you won’t be able to access them until you “unbury” them. This process offers multiple benefits, such as earning passive rewards and participating in the governance of the Shiba Inu ecosystem.
The Bury functionality is only available on the Ethereum chain.

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What is Bury (Staking)?

Burying tokens on ShibaSwap is a secure way to earn passive income while supporting the Shiba Inu ecosystem. When you bury your tokens:
  • Lock Your Tokens: Your tokens are locked in smart contracts
  • Earn Rewards: Receive rewards in BONE and additional tokens
  • Maintain Control: Non-custodial staking - you always control your assets
  • Governance Rights: Participate in ecosystem governance decisions
You cannot access your buried tokens until you unbury them. Make sure you understand the staking period and rewards before proceeding.

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Tokens Available for Staking (Burying)

The Shiba Inu ecosystem has several tokens that can be staked on ShibaSwap:

SHIB

The primary token of the Shiba Inu ecosystem. Users receive xSHIB token after staking SHIB.

LEASH

A deflationary token with a lower supply, often used for staking to earn rewards. Users receive xLEASH token after staking LEASH.

BONE

A token used for governance in the Shiba Inu ecosystem, including voting on proposals. Users receive tBONE token after staking BONE.

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Benefits of Burying (Staking)

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Bury Rewards Structure

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Bury SHIB Rewards

When users bury SHIB they get xSHIB in return. As per the initial woofpaper of ShibaSwap, SHIB stakers get three types of rewards:

ETH Swap Fees

0.1% of all ETH swap transaction fees converted into BONE and distributed in the Woof section. 33% available to claim, 67% locked for 6 months.

Non-Top Coin Fees

0.05% swap fees of all non-top coins converted into SHIB and sent to burySHIB contract, increasing SHIB supply. Users get more SHIB on unstaking.

BONE Per Block

3% of BONE per block during the bone minting period. 33% available to claim, 67% locked for 6 months.
Note: BONE minting has been stopped since September 26th, 2023.

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Bury LEASH Rewards

When users bury LEASH they get xLEASH in return. The rewards for LEASH stakers are distributed as follows:

Non-Top Coin Fees

0.05% swap fees of all non-top coins converted into LEASH and sent to the bury LEASH contract, increasing LEASH supply. Users get more LEASH on unstaking.

BONE Per Block

1% of BONE per block during the bone minting period. 33% available to claim, 67% locked for 6 months.
Note: BONE minting has been stopped since September 26th, 2023.

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Bury BONE Rewards

When users bury BONE, they get tBONE in return. The rewards for BONE stakers are distributed as follows:

Non-Top Coin Fees

0.05% swap fees of all non-top coins converted into BONE and sent to the buryBONE contract, increasing BONE supply. Users get more BONE on unstaking.

BONE Per Block

1% of BONE per block during the bone minting period. 33% available to claim, 67% locked for 6 months.
Note: BONE minting has been stopped since September 26th, 2023.

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How to Stake (Bury) Tokens

1

Connect Your Wallet

Before you can start staking, you need to connect your cryptocurrency wallet (e.g., MetaMask, Trust Wallet) to ShibaSwap.
  • Go to the ShibaSwap website
  • Click on the “Connect Wallet” button at the top-right corner
  • Select your wallet provider and authorize the connection
Make sure you’re connected to the Ethereum chain as Bury is only available on Ethereum.
2

Navigate to Bury Section

Once your wallet is connected, navigate to the “Bury” section of ShibaSwap.
  • From the ShibaSwap homepage, click on “Bury” under the “Earn” tab
  • You will be taken to the staking page of the respective token (SHIB, LEASH, or BONE)
3

Select Token and Enter Amount

Choose the token you want to stake and enter the amount.
  • Select SHIB, LEASH, or BONE from the available options
  • Check your wallet balance to ensure you have enough tokens
  • Enter the amount you want to stake
Make sure you have enough tokens in your wallet and consider gas fees for the transaction.
4

Approve the Transaction

Approve the token for staking (first-time only).
  • Click the “Approve” button
  • A pop-up window will appear in your connected wallet
  • Confirm the transaction in your wallet (you’ll pay a small gas fee)
This approval is only needed the first time you stake a particular token.
5

Stake Your Tokens

Complete the staking process.
  • After approval, click the “Stake” button
  • Your wallet will prompt you to confirm the staking transaction
  • Confirm the transaction to proceed
  • Wait for blockchain confirmation

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Unstaking (Unburying) Tokens

If you decide to withdraw your staked tokens, you can unstake them at any time:
1

Go to Bury Page

Navigate to the “Bury” page and find the pool where you staked your tokens.
2

Select Unstake

Click the “Unstake” button next to the staked token.
3

Enter Amount

Enter the amount you wish to unstake, then confirm the transaction in your wallet.
4

Complete Unstaking

Once confirmed, your staked tokens will be returned to your wallet.
You can unstake your tokens at any time - there are no lock periods or restrictions.

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Missing/Pending Rewards

We want to inform the Shiba Inu community that some rewards on ShibaSwap have been pending distribution for the past two years.
As part of our ongoing improvements and preparations for migrating to a new staking and rewards process, we are planning to release these pending rewards to all eligible users. Every user who has ever staked their tokens will be given rewards as per their staking time irrespective of their current staking status. This will ensure that everyone receives their rightful rewards before the transition. We appreciate your patience and continued support as we work towards a more efficient and rewarding experience for the entire community.
Stay tuned for further updates, and thank you for being a vital part of the Shiba Inu ecosystem.

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Upcoming Bury 2.0

Beta Release

Bury 2.0 is already released in beta for its usage in ShibDAO for earning voting power by staking.

Full Release

Going forward with its full release, we will launch the new reward process and tokenomics.
Stay tuned for upcoming updates on Bury 2.0 and the new staking experience.

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Best Practices for Staking

1

Start Small

Begin with small amounts to understand how the staking process works.
2

Monitor Rewards

Regularly check your rewards on the Woof page and claim them when available.
3

Understand Gas Fees

Be prepared for gas fees on Ethereum network for staking, unstaking, and claiming rewards.
4

Keep Track of Your Positions

Monitor your xSHIB, xLEASH, and tBONE balances to track your staked amounts.
5

Stay Updated

Follow official announcements for updates on Bury 2.0 and reward distributions.

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Troubleshooting

Transaction Failed

  • Check your gas fees
  • Ensure sufficient token balance
  • Verify wallet connection
  • Try again with higher gas

Rewards Not Showing

  • Check the Woof page for available rewards
  • Ensure you’re on the correct network (Ethereum)
  • Wait for blockchain confirmations
  • Contact support if issues persist

Cannot Unstake

  • Verify you have the correct xSHIB/xLEASH/tBONE tokens
  • Check your wallet connection
  • Ensure sufficient gas for the transaction

Approval Issues

  • Reset your wallet connection
  • Clear browser cache
  • Try a different wallet
  • Check token allowances in your wallet

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Burying tokens is a great way to earn passive income while supporting the Shiba Inu ecosystem. Start with small amounts, understand the rewards structure, and gradually increase your positions as you become more comfortable with the staking process.