Find National Shiba Club of America members listed in the club’s breeder directory.
Listed breeders have agreed to follow the Responsible Breeder Guidelines.
Directory inclusion and the “P” designation do not mean puppies are currently available.
Contact breeders directly about puppies, adult dogs, planned litters, and their individual policies.
Only states with matching directory listings appear. The state menu jumps to a location;
the Breeder of Merit filter narrows the listings.
“All BOM breeders” includes every listed BOM level. “BOM — no advanced level listed”
means the directory records a BOM designation without a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum level;
it does not confirm the breeder’s current award level.
These voluntary designations describe information supplied in breeder listings.
Not all breeders include them. Ask each breeder about their policies, guarantees, and certifications.
Designations are not a guarantee by NSCA. Get agreements with your breeder in writing.
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H
Breeders using this designation certify that their breeding stock has been x-rayed, and certified
by either the OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for
Animals) or PennHip
. For OFA certifications, breeders agree to use Shibas with a rating of "Fair" or better in all
their breeding programs. Those utilizing the PennHip method only breed Shibas with "Better than
Average" ratings.
E
Breeders using this designation use Shibas that have had eyes cleared of any hereditary defects
by a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) or if a foreign
breeder, by the appropriate counterpart in his country. Many breeders also register this
verification with the Companion
Animal Eye Registry (CAER). Breeders have agreed to do this examination at least once every
two years for this designation.
K
Breeders, who use this designation, certify that breeding Shibas have been checked and rated
normal for patellae (knees) by a licensed veterinarian.
P
Puppies available occasionally. Seldom do breeders have puppies just sitting around waiting for
adoption. You should know that you might need to put a deposit on a planned, upcoming litter. If
feasible, it is best to visit more than one breeder prior to putting down a deposit.
A
Adults available occasionally. Sometimes there is that "show prospect" that a breeder keeps for
their own, that for one reason or other doesn't quite meet the breeder's high standards for a
show pup, and they may wish to place them. Or a breeder has a finished champion Shiba that would
be best suited in a new home where they could become the center of attention. Generally speaking,
these are Shibas from 1-6 years of age. In both cases these Shibas are usually well trained,
housebroken, and make exceptional companions.
S
Stud service available to approved Shiba bitches
R
Rescue Shibas available occasionally
W
All adoptions are done by written placement agreement signed by breeder and purchaser
G
Breeders using this designation agree to provide a health guarantee for all placements. Any known
health defects are disclosed in writing prior to sale or placement
C
Breeders using this designation indicate that they do exhibit their Shibas occasionally (or use
Professional Handlers) in Conformation, to receive AKC Championship status on their breeding
stock
O
Breeders using this designation occasionally exhibit their Shibas in any of the AKC-recognized
companion events.
T
Therapy dogs go into hospitals, residential homes, schools, special needs centers, nursing homes.
They are not limited to just these activities. The object is to bring these specially certified
dogs to cheer and comfort people of all ages.
About Breeder of Merit
AKC Breeder of Merit (BOM) is an AKC recognition program. This directory records BOM designations
and, where provided, the advanced levels Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum.
A missing badge or advanced level means it is not recorded here, not that a breeder is ineligible.
The filter shows the exact advanced level selected. BOM recognition does not establish current
puppy availability or replace questions about an individual dog’s health and suitability.
For NSCA Breeders: Apply, Renew, or Update Your Listing
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for a new or renewed listing. Follow the application’s submission and payment instructions.
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and renewal deadline.
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or use PayPal below for the Breeder Directory donation; a PayPal payment does not submit the application.
The National Shiba Club of America Inc. (NSCA) Breeder Directory contains the names of those National Shiba
Club of America Inc. members who have agreed to abide by the Breeder Directory guidelines, the Club’s
Constitution and By-Laws, and Code of Ethics.
The National Shiba Club of America Inc. makes no representation whatsoever as to truth, quality,
accuracy, reliability of any information provided or procured directly or indirectly, by any person or
organization listed in Breeder Directory. The usage of any or all of these designations is not to be deemed a
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Shiba Club of America Inc.'s directors and officers.
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