I'm Dawn H., the breeder behind Avalon/Amaterasu-Omikami Sou located in De Witt, MI. I am a home-based breeder offering top-quality pups! My program is built upon a foundation of love, admiration, and respect for the Shiba Inu Breed & French Bulldog Breed. I strive to do my part to produce show-quality dogs and to better the breed. My dogs are proven champions in the ring and in the hearts of their forever families. I look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Dawn
Why did you start breeding?
I regularly participate in the show ring and started breeding not only to continue and improve upon my prized French Bulldogs & Shiba Inu line's but to raise the standard and preserve the breed for generations more to come. I am very fortunate to have been able to work under amazing breeder friends, mentors, and AKC judges that have entrusted their wealth of knowledge to me to use as a basis for my program.
What makes your program special?
I strive to do my part to produce show-quality dogs and to better the breed. My breeding program focuses on maintaining the unique characteristics of the French Bulldog & Shiba Inu while placing an
emphasis on producing puppies of superior health, standard, structure, and temperament. I do everything I can to ensure my puppies have what they need to develop into healthy and happy dogs, and I am devoted to preserving, protecting, and improving this incredible breed.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our French Bulldog puppies are brindle. Shiba Inu puppies include red, black and tan, and sesame. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
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.
Toshiko
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Kiyomi
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
TBD
Went home
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Dawn
Dawn has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Some times I have adults for sale they run for $1800
French Bulldogs Price ask Breeder. $500 deposit is required to hold a puppy for you. The deposit is non refundable .”
Contract & health guarantee
Dawn 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 Dawn 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 Dawn directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Microchip
Extras
AKC registration
Toys
Food & treats
Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Dawn.
Breeder’s location
Meet in De Witt, MI
4167 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Bishop Airport
4130 miles away
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Meet in Buffalo, NY
3949 miles away
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More about Dawn
Club memberships
Dawn is a member of Ingham County Kennel , Akita Club of America, and National Shiba Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Dawn has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Dawn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Dawn is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Avalon/Amaterasu-Omikami Sou 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
All breeds
Shiba Inu
French Bulldog
Rocket, dad
Shiba Inu
About Rocket
Rocket is a male Shiba Inu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dawn decided to make him part of their program. Dawn has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Stormy, mom
French Bulldog
About Stormy
Stormy is a female French Bulldog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dawn decided to make her part of their program. Dawn has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
Agouti DNA Test, Patellar Luxation, +5 more.
Mari, mom
Shiba Inu
About Mari
Mari is a female Shiba Inu about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dawn decided to make her part of their program. Dawn has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
Dentition, Agouti DNA Test, +2 more.
Diamond, mom
Shiba Inu
About Diamond
Diamond is a female Shiba Inu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dawn decided to make her part of their program. Dawn has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Lil Pilot, dad
Shiba Inu
About Lil Pilot
Lil Pilot is a male Shiba Inu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dawn decided to make him part of their program. Dawn has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
French Bulldog
Shiba Inu
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Avalon/Amaterasu-Omikami Sou 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 French Bulldogs.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
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.
Tracheal Hypoplasia, Spine (OFA, FCI)
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.
Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC)
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Dawn to bring home their puppies.
Christina G.
Verified owner · Nov. 2024
We had a great experience with Caitlin and Dawn, and love our new puppy! He came very well-trained and is learning new things as well. He also came with all his paperwork, shot history, registration with a microchip, dog registration, and was pre-registered with the AKC. They sent along some food to get him started and provided lots of info and helpful advice. The kennel is very nice and clean as well, and I got to meet lots of other pups. Can't recommend them enough!
Eric C.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
Caitlin and Dawn were absolutely wonderful to work with in bringing Shimo home! As a first-time dog owner, I had so many questions, and they were both incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. While Shimo does show the classic Shiba dramatics from time to time, his temperament and behavior are fantastic. Every time we visit the vet, they always comment on how incredibly social he is for a Shiba. Caitlin and Dawn also provided all the necessary genetic and health testing documentation, and even went the extra mile by snail mailing everything to me since I couldn’t make it to their location before pickup. It’s clear they put so much love, care, and attention into socializing and raising their puppies, ensuring their well-being. I couldn’t be happier with my experience!