I'm julian T., the breeder behind Shinin Shibas located in Napa, CA. Hello, I’m the breeder behind Shinin Shibas located in Napa Valley, CA. Our priority is raising healthy, well-socialized puppies and finding them their right furever homes where they will thrive in and be given the attention they deserve.
Q. & A. with julian
Why did you start breeding?
After being around the breed my whole life and finally wanting to start a kennel a really great mentor took me under their wing for many years before helping me raise my first litter in 2019.
What makes your program special?
My priority is the health and happiness of all my dogs. I do everything I can to ensure my puppies go to an amazing loving home where they will thrive and be given the attention they deserve.
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.
Getting a puppy from julian
julian 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 $1,500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,200 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Every puppy will come with their AKC limited registration paperwork, Current vaccinations and deworming done by the Vet, also a Puppy package to help them settle in at their new homes. Once a deposit is placed I have the client come down to my home to meet the puppy and their parents and help them choose a puppy that will best fit for their family.”
Contract & health guarantee
julian 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 julian 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 julian directly.
Shinin Shibas 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Shinin Shibas 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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.