Aoiyama Sou Shikoku Kennel

Sarah S.

Breeder of Shikoku Kens

  • Pennsylvania
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Hoshi

Ready now

8 months old · Female

Upcoming litters

Ushi
Saki

Planned Shikoku Ken litter

Due Sept. 2027

Ready Nov. 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Sarah S., the breeder behind Aoiyama Sou Shikoku Kennel located in Pennsylvania. I'm a small preservation breeder whose goal is to produce stable, driven dogs with a focus on correct type and temperament in addition to health. Our dogs are AKC, UKC, and NIPPO registered, and I make it my priority honor the Japanese vision of the breed as best as I'm able. I strive to give my puppies the best start I can by encouraging positive first experiences and socializing them in a variety of settings largely through the Puppy Culture program. By following all of these practices, the puppies are well prepared for their new lives as versatile companions.

Q. & A. with Sarah

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got into breeding out of my passion for rare, purebred dogs. In a day and age when designer mixes are the desired companion and 'adopt don't shop' is the going phrase, I want to prove the value of a purpose-bred, purebred dog as well as prove that breeders are not the problem. More than that, I want to help preserve this amazing breed that I've come to love so much.

  • What makes your program special?

    I think my care and attention to the dogs is what makes my program special. This applies not only to how the dogs are raised and placed but also to their health and how they can best benefit the breed. The goal is not just stable and adoptable pups, but genetically diverse ones.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Sarah

Sarah has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

Sarah partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.

“Puppies are matched once they are old enough for us to fully assess type, temperament, and structure ensuring the best fits for our families and their needs.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,500 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price is reflective of the health testing and titling that went into the dam and sire as well as all care and socialization received by the puppies, including vaccinations, chips, and registration. The deposit will hold your puppy and is seen as your commitment to that puppy. It's nonrefundable due to the time and effort put into vetting new families and having to restart that process should you back out.”

Contract & health guarantee

Sarah may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Sarah offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Sarah directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sarah.

Breeder's location

Meet in Pennsylvania

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Harrisburg Airport

Meet in Richmond, VA

More about Sarah

  • Club memberships

    Sarah is a member of Nihon Ken Hozonkai and American Shikoku Ken Club.

  • Sarah has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years

    Sarah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Sarah is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Aoiyama Sou Shikoku Kennel meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Aoiyama Sou Shikoku Kennel reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Shikoku Kens.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • Genetic Diversity Test

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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