Shomaisou Shiba Inu is an Accountable Heritage and Preservation Breeder of Purposefully Bred Purebred and Biddable Shiba Inu.
Meet The Breeder
Hi, I am Rex Gaylord, I'm the breeder behind Shomaisou Shiba Inu in Brecksville, Ohio. Shomaisou is an Accountable Heritage and Preservation Breeder of Purposefully Bred Purebred and Biddable Dogs. We strive to produce the best of the breed for conformation (show ring of our breeding program), dog sports, and healthy, stable family members. We breed to the AKC Shiba Inu Breed Standard, and as members, we have agreed to abide by the AKC rules and the National Shiba Club of America Code of Ethics. We participate in AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. and are an AKC Breeder of Merit. If we don't have what you're looking for, we'll be able to help you or refer you to someone who can better meet your needs. If you have any questions, as a steward of the breed, we would be happy to help answer them. Please avoid Pet Stores or any breeders who sell to Pet Stores. Get your puppy or dog from a reputable breeder. We also list available dogs and puppies on the AKC Market Place. The National Shiba Club of America Breeder Directory is an excellent resource for your search at http://shibas.org/breeders.html. Core Goals: Our program balances preservation, improvement, and responsibility. We never compromise health, temperament, or breed integrity for trends or fads. Maintaining a long-term vision for the Shiba Inu, we help ensure its survival as the intelligent, resilient, and uniquely spirited breed it has always been. The Core Goals of the Shomaisou Shiba Inu Breeding Program 1. Breed Preservation & Integrity • Maintain the historical and traditional traits of the Shiba Inu as defined by the AKC and Nippo breed standards. • Choose breeding stock based on proper structure, movement, and type to ensure our dogs embody the breed's essence. • Avoid trends that diverge from the breed’s fundamental characteristics (e.g., extreme features or exaggerated traits). 2. Health & Longevity • Prioritize health screenings for hereditary conditions like patellar luxation, hip dysplasia, eye disorders (PRA, glaucoma), and allergies. • Use genetic testing responsibly to maintain diversity while avoiding known issues. • Breed for long-lived, resilient dogs with strong immune systems and minimal health concerns. 3. Sound Structure & Functionality • Ensure correct conformation to maintain the breed’s agility, endurance, and natural athleticism. • Select for balanced movement, proper angulation, and strong toplines to support both form and function. • Avoid structural weaknesses that could compromise long-term soundness. 4. Stable, Breed-Appropriate Temperament • Select the correct Shiba Inu temperament—alert, confident, independent, yet trainable. • Avoid extremes in temperament (e.g., overly shy, fearful, or excessively aggressive dogs). • Prioritize early socialization and stable rearing environments to produce well-adjusted companions. 5. Genetic Diversity & Sustainable Breeding Practices • Maintain genetic diversity by avoiding excessive inbreeding while adhering to breed type. • Study pedigrees carefully to make informed breeding choices that enrich the gene pool. • Support responsible use of linebreeding and outcrossing within the breed to preserve essential traits. 6. Ethical Breeding & Ownership Practices • Place puppies in suitable, committed homes that understand the breed’s needs. • Maintain a lifelong commitment to the dogs we produce, providing support, education, and rehoming if needed. • Promote responsible ownership by educating puppy buyers about training, health, and breed traits. 7. Contribution to the Breed Community • Participate in conformation shows to validate breeding stock against the standard. • Support working venues like dog sports, obedience, and temperament testing to demonstrate the breed’s versatility. • Engage with breed clubs and registries to help shape the breed's future. • Mentor new breeders who share our values to ensure knowledge is passed down correctly. As a dedicated, conservative breeder of purebred Shiba Inu, our program emphasizes maintaining the breed’s historical integrity while producing healthy, well-structured, and stable-tempered dogs. Our commitment to preserving the defining characteristics of the Shiba Inu ensures our dogs stay true to breed standards and excel as companions and competitors in conformation and dog sports. With our experience in working dogs, each Shomaisou Shiba Inu serves a unique purpose. We carefully match our puppies with homes where they can flourish, whether in dog sports, as running companions, or in active environments. We assess them at 8 weeks to guarantee each puppy finds the perfect home that meets their abilities and needs.
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