We have always loved the Japanese dog breeds. We started with an Akita, “Miko” from Okinawa, Japan.
After she was gone, we saw our first Shiba Inu in the late 90’s and fell in love with the breed. Shortly after our first encounter, my husband surprised me with our first Shiba Inu, “Sheba”. We spent the next couple of years researching and learning more about the breed and its Japanese standards.
We then acquired our first show boys, “Kepano.” He was a black and tan and we started conformation. In 2015, Kepano obtained his Championship and on to his Grand Championship.
In 2022, our proudest moment, was with our dog Indiana aka “Indy”. He was ranked as #2 Shiba Inu in North America for five years obtaining Best In Show (BIS), Best In Specialty Sweepstakes (BISS), Best In Show Owner Handler (BISOH), and his Platinum Grand Championship Title.
What we learned from our first Shiba is we wanted to strive to breed for health and temperament following the Shiba Inu Standard. Ensuring genetic health testing, as well as, OFA / CERF testing for patellas, eyes and hips. We make every effort to make Moonlight Shibas to have strong lineage of healthy and great quality dogs.
Please explore our website and the beautiful dogs of Moonlight Shibas!
To my dear friend, Ann Gorman,
Thank you for mentoring and teaching me what is means to be a great breeder. The lessons I have learned from your kind heart will live with Moonlight Shibas. You were my Angel and I was fortunate enough for you to touch my heart.
