Shinin Shibas

julian T.

Breeder of Shiba Inu

  • Napa, CA
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Available puppies and older dogs

Rose

Ready now

6 years old · Female

Meet the breeder

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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, julian partners with them to find the best puppy match.

"Once we believe the buyer is right and can provide a loving home for the puppy, then we can proceed forward "

Price

Puppy prices include between $3,000 - $3,500 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.

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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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Napa, CA

5640 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at San Francisco Airport

5683 miles away

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Meet in San Francisco, CA

5675 miles away

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More about julian

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • julian has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months

    julian was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • julian’s links

julian is a trusted Good Dog breeder

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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

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.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with julian to bring home their puppies.

  • Raúl A.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

      • +5

    Working with Julian has been a great experience from start to finish. He’s been kind, responsive, and very patient with all our questions throughout the process. You can tell he really cares about his dogs and about making sure the puppies go to good homes. Everything was clear and straightforward, and he kept us updated along the way, which we really appreciated. When we finally met our puppy, it was obvious she had been raised with a lot of care and attention. We’re incredibly happy and grateful to Julian for bringing Cléo into our lives. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a responsible and thoughtful breeder.

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