I'm Not a Fox Shiba Inu

Samantha S.

Breeder of Shiba Inu

Meet the breeder

I'm Samantha S., the breeder behind I'm Not a Fox Shiba Inu located in Austin, TX. We love the Shiba. They are loyal, smart, alert, bold and good-natured. Our dogs enjoy performing tricks, traveling, meeting people, and especially love competition. When we show, they really enjoy themselves and try so hard to win, which, as their partner in the show ring, is such a great feeling!

Q. & A. with Samantha

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I bred and trained horses for decades winning local, regional and world championships. My age became a hindrance in meeting the physical demands of a breeding horse stable. Still in love with the science of breeding and understanding the relationships between conformation, movement, health, nutrition, and genetics of animals, along with my deep admiration of the Shiba makes this a natural next chapter.

  • What makes your program special?

    After much research, we fell in love with the Japanese Shiba Inu so chose to import our dogs from Japan and adhere to the Nippo standard. Our breeding program is based on the fundamentals that the Japanese esteem important: loyalty, intelligence, good health and the ability to love. These set our dogs and your pup apart from others with ability to learn, desire to please, and loyal companionship.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include red and black and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Samantha

Samantha 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 refundable deposit and between $3,250 - $3,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Deposit and application acceptance is required to be placed on our waiting list. The deposit is applied to the price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Samantha 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 Samantha 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 Samantha directly.

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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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Austin, TX

1291 miles away

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More about Samantha

  • Club memberships

    Samantha is a member of Nippo Japanese Dog Preservation Society.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified, OFA Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), Puppy Culture Breeder.

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

    Samantha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Samantha’s links

Samantha is a trusted Good Dog breeder

I'm Not a Fox Shiba Inu 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

Excellent level

I'm Not a Fox Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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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.