Yoru's Dojo Legacy

Boston B.

Verified owner · Aug. 2026

Macy has brought so much sweetness, joy, and personality into our home that it is hard to imagine our lives without her. And when we think about the wonderful little dog she is becoming, we know her story began with Christine and the loving, healthy start she gave her. From our very first conversations, it was clear that Christine brings much more to breeding Shiba Inus than technical knowledge. She brings care, judgment, attentiveness, and a genuine understanding of what it takes to bring healthy, happy puppies into the world. Her background as a nurse seems very much a part of that. She is thoughtful about health and development, but just as importantly, she has the temperament and heart for this work. Throughout the entire process, Christine was remarkably responsive, knowledgeable, and communicative. I never had that uneasy feeling of wondering what was happening or whether I had made the right decision. In a world where prospective puppy owners have to be very careful about whom they trust, that peace of mind meant a great deal to us. Bringing home a Shiba Inu is a major commitment, and we wanted to know that our puppy had been given the healthiest and most loving start possible. Macy clearly had that start. Macy came to us sweet, bright, curious, confident, and beautifully socialized. And I think much of that comes from the way Christine raises her puppies; not in isolation, but as part of a real family and a loving home. Christine's children and family are part of the puppies' early world, so they grow up experiencing people, affection, activity, and everyday family life. By the time Macy came home to us (at 10 weeks), she already seemed to understand that people were safe and that she belonged among them. Now, watching Macy grow into this incredibly smart, affectionate, funny little Shiba with the loveliest personality, I often think about how much those first weeks of life matter. You cannot separate the dog she is becoming from the care she received at the very beginning. We will always be grateful to Christine for that and, most of all, for bringing Macy into the world and into our lives. She didn't simply breed us a beautiful Shiba Inu. She gave our little dog an extraordinary beginning, and gave us a puppy we absolutely love and adore.

Evgenia G.

Verified owner · Feb. 2026

My experience with Christine was absolutely amazing. What stood out to me most was her love and care for her dogs and puppies. It’s clear they are raised with attention and affection. We brought home a healthy, happy puppy who was already well-socialized for her age. Christine answered all of my questions thoroughly and provided helpful recommendations on feeding our little girl, including recipes and tips for preparing healthy homemade meals. Since we live on the West Coast, we were unsure about the best way to transport the puppy. We decided on air travel, and Christine handled everything — researching the process, preparing all the necessary documents, and making sure our puppy traveled safely. She arrived without any issues, in a carrier stocked with food and toys. The entire delivery process was smooth and stress-free. It’s been five months since we welcomed her home, and Christine still checks in occasionally to see how she’s doing. I send photos and updates, and it truly feels like we’re part of a wonderful family of breeders who genuinely love and understand what they do. I highly recommend Christine to anyone looking to welcome a furry friend like a Shiba Inu into their home.