Phew, this website is a labor of love and largely a one-woman show so unless indicated, all articles written by <\/em>J.Tsukamoto<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n Finding a reputable and ethical Shiba Inu breeder in Arizona, or any state can be difficult.<\/p>\n For every one good Shiba Inu breeder around there are likely to be dozens of low-quality, puppy-mill \/ backyard type breeders.<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n It\u2019s going to be tough to wade through the density of potential bad choices.<\/p>\n However, the following information will give you valuable insights on how you can find a reputable Shiba Inu breeder and how to avoid the \u201cbad\u201d ones.<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Most reputable and ethical Shiba Inu breeders around the U.S. are actually very hard to find.<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n And even when you do, the waitlists are typically long and the requirements to get a Shiba puppy from them can be tough.<\/p>\n This is because breeding quality dogs of any breed is expensive and time-consuming.<\/p>\n The majority of reputable breeders do it because it is their passion versus a business.<\/p>\n When looking for a reputable Shiba Inu breeder, look for breeders affiliated with National Shiba Club of America as well as members of the AKC Breeders of Merit program. <\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Additionally look for breeders that actively show their dogs in local competitions including but not limited to conformation, agility, good dog, dog sports. <\/p>\n It\u2019s also very important to look for breeders that do health tests that check for hips, eyes, and various genetic diseases common in the Shiba Inu breed. <\/p>\n If the breeder does not do any tests – that\u2019s already a solid red flag. <\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Breeders that specialize in multiple dogs are more likely, but not always, focused on breeding as a business versus breeding for health and quality. So be aware of that.<\/p>\n Spotting a puppy mill \/ backyard breeder is not difficult once you learn the basics.<\/p>\n Puppy mill breeders are often easily found on various websites that usually always have an abundance of puppies available to \u201cship anywhere and everywhere\u201d. <\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n No background check is needed as these types of breeders will sell to anybody that gives them a valid credit card.<\/p>\n Although a lot of them are reported to have \u201cpuppy contracts\u201d and or \u201cpuppy guarantees\u201d – many have reported that these contracts are all but empty promises and heartache.<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Puppies from these establishments are low-priced compared to typical Shiba Inu prices. Often these puppies come from \u201cpuppy farms\u201d that are often linked to Amish puppy operations. <\/p>\n It\u2019s important to understand that supporting these types of establishments perpetuates the cycle of animal cruelty. <\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n The following is a list of known and \/ or reported \u201cpuppy-mill type\u201d operations or serve as a link to puppy mill operations:<\/p>\n Nippo Hauoli Shiba Inus is home to the some of the finest bred Shiba Inus in North America.<\/p>\n Yumi Hagiwara is an AKC breeder of merit and has extensive knowledge and expertise on the Shiba Inu as well as the Shikoku dog breed. <\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Fun Fact: Yumi named her kennel Nippo Hauoli Shibas as an ode to her love of the Hawaiian islands!<\/p>\n Stunning Shiba Inu from Nippo Hauoli Shiba<\/p>\n Laurie Cribbs raises and breeds champion Shiba Inus from her home in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Occasionally she has pups available on the AKC puppy marketplace.<\/p>\n Kari-On Shiba Inus located in Wittman, breeds both Bengal cats and Shiba Inus – quite an interesting combo! <\/p>\n Kari-On does show their Shiba Inus at dog shows and has produced champions. <\/p>\n Nippo Hauoli Shiba Inu<\/p>\n The best way to find reputable Shiba Inu breeders is to go out and network at Shiba Inu breed events and shows, as well as Shiba Inu clubs.<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n When it comes to finding a good lead on a healthy Shiba Inu puppy, networking at these events is going to be your best bet by far. <\/p>\n It\u2019s a lot more work and time compared to doing a simple Internet search – but the end results are guaranteed to make the effort and time worth it.<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Because there are not many Shiba Inu breeders in Arizona, you may want to consider to acquiring a Shiba Inu from California. <\/span><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n <\/a>Arizona Meetup Group<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n![\"Shiba](\"https:\/\/myfirstshiba.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/arizona_shiba_breeder_02.jpg\" "\\"arizona_shiba_breeder_02\\"")
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Arizona Shiba Inu Breeder: Kari-on Shiba Inus<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Shiba Inus in Arizona Resources \/ Links<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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