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Can anyone recommend a good west coast shiba breeder?

I am located in Southern California, and will be forever indebted to Marisa Wilson (Shiba breeder), for allowing us to adopt Kari (Beni's girlfriend). Her friend - the fabulous Debbie - (who is also a Shiba breeder), was the one that rescued Beni on that cold, rainy February day 4 years ago. Beni was, and is, a unique dog...as all Shibas are...and I soon realized that when we left for work he was lonely. To make a long story not so long Marisa told us about a special Shiba she had available - her Kari, daughter of Sunni. She didn't want to breed her because of low thyroid (still not sure what that means), and was willing to give us a chance with her. The first month was hell - fighting toe to toe, Shiba screaming, refusing to walk together, etc.... I truly thought they would kill each other if I didn't have them separated when someone wasn't around. I called Marisa EVERY DAY, sometimes 2-3 times a day for advice, and she was ALWAYS there. Marisa is the type of breeder that truly cares about EVERY Shiba she is aware of. Every time we go to a Shiba picnic, or get together, Kari senses when we get close to Marisa - she gets very excited - and when she sees Marisa she will actually leap into her arms ( without Marisa bending down) and lick her face like crazy!!! It is so wonderful knowing how loved Kari was, and still is!!!!

So...Here is Marisa's email that I give you with pleasure!

starbuc164@aol.com

Patty

WOW!

Thank you!

It's not for me but someone intrested in shibas.

i'll forward your information along.

Meanwhile, a new shiba boy has recently come home to me.

We are in the throes of puppy SCREAMING.. puppy CHEWING..

i'm loving it all

I'm really happy to know this. Congratulations!

What is his name and do you have pictures?
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Anne, Bill, and Murphy

I second Marisa as well!

Patty, I have Sunni's granddaughter. Kari is my Tsuki's aunt!

Have we met at the July picnic in Placentia? If not, we are definitely going again this year, and I hope to see you there. Kari is such a jaunty girl, she is Shiba personified!
Beni, cool as a cucumber....until the right switch is turned on....and then Watch Out!
I love them, they are the perfect pups for me!!!

I want to wish all of you out there a Memorable Memorial Day Weekend!!! Have fun with your pups, and, of course...lots of Shiba smiles, belly rubs, and extra curly tails...

Patty

I believe we have ... I'm doing the rsvp's again this year. be sure to rsvp!

Diana Smiley of Copperdot Shibas is one of the premier Shiba breeders. She is in California.
Copperdot Shibas

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If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.

As soon as i read your post, i had a V-8 moment.

Copperdot!! ofcourse! i forwarded that along. thank you!

pictures.. i do have some. i put a few into a new folder
for the lad.

http://gallery.pethobbyist.com/search.php?user=103828

for anyone that is intrested.

I loved your pictures. He is absolutely totally beautiful! What a sweet baby! I'm really happy for you.
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Anne, Bill, and Murphy

I finally had a moment to check out your new boy and he looks terrific! I'm really thrilled to see that another Shiba has crossed your path. Can't wait for more pictures and all of the new puppy stories!!
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If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.

Dealing with the chewing issue right now.. arrgh

hoping that come this fall, i will also get his Mom who will be retired.