Adopt a Shiba.
Big personality.
New chapter.
Shiba adoption and rehoming in Northern California. Independent dogs. Thoughtful matches. Start with the home you can offer.
Have a Shiba who needs a new home? Start here →
Small, privately operated. A real conversation.
No breeding or puppy sales.
Your home.
Their next chapter.
Start a conversation with us. The form does not reserve a dog or guarantee a placement.
What happens next?
A conversation about your household, your routine and whether a Shiba fits. If approved, we can discuss the Priority Waitlist together.
How the Priority Waitlist worksSmall dogs.
Big characters.
Curious, independent, full of personality. Ready to make room for a Shiba? Start your Shiba Match Form
Their own mind.
Your daily life.
Independent. Stubborn. Prey-driven. Let’s talk about the fit before you bring one home.
Is a Shiba right for your home?
A mind of their own.
Patient training, a steady routine and time together belong in the plan.
Secure the everyday.
Strong prey drive makes secure doors, fences, gates and walking equipment essential.
More than a yard.
Walks, mental work and interaction take time. A yard does not replace them.
The right dog.
The right home.
Start with the Match Form. Discuss the waitlist after approval.
Share your home
Complete the Match Form. Tell us about your household and routine.
Talk through fit
Discuss the breed, your questions and the practical side of adoption.
Waitlist options
If approved, discuss the waitlist. No guaranteed dog or placement date.
Meet a match
Review a potential dog’s history, health and behavior before deciding.
Life changes.
We can talk.
Life changes. Asking for help deserves a practical conversation, not a lecture.
- Age, daily routine, health and your timing.
- Behavior concerns and bite history.
- Recent photos, videos and records.
Real care.
Real costs.
Every dog’s needs differ. Ask about fees, coverage and written terms before committing.
More about adoption costs
- Veterinary care
- Exams, vaccinations, parasite care and other veterinary needs, depending on the dog.
- Day-to-day care
- Food, foster supplies and the practical cost of caring for a dog before placement.
- Transport
- Getting a Shiba to care, appointments and the next stage of placement.
- Preparation and matching
- Behavior support where needed, household conversations and placement coordination.
Help a Shiba.
Fund their care.
Help cover the everyday care a Shiba needs before placement.
Join The Pack for free. Follow the stories. Choose whether to contribute. No recurring charge.
NorCal Shiba is privately operated, not a 501(c)(3). Contributions are not tax-deductible.
Your Shiba.
Their support.
Boarding. Training. Fostering. Find the support you need.
While you are awayBoarding
In-home boarding for Shibas. Discuss dates, your dog's routine, health and comfort around other dogs.
Ask about your dates
For life with your ShibaTraining and behavior support
Private sessions, board and train, and behavior support. Start with what is happening and what you have tried.
Tell us about your Shiba
A temporary homeFostering
Give a Shiba a routine while a permanent match is considered. Read the commitment, screening and home requirements first.
See what fostering involvesQuiet moments.
Big personalities.
Quiet moments, in motion. Silent playback with pause controls.
Small operation.
Real conversations.
Eric L. runs NorCal Shiba with a small foster and veterinary network. Intake, care and matching start with a conversation.
Rehoming comes first. Boarding and training support the work. Privately operated, openly explained.
Good questions.
Clear answers.
Adopting, rehoming or helping with care starts with understanding the practical side.
Can I choose a dog from the website?
Start with your household and the Shiba Match Form. NorCal Shiba uses a matching process rather than a live shopping list of dogs. A potential match depends on the dog and the home.
Read about the Priority WaitlistWhat should I ask about before adopting?
The dog's known history, health records, daily routine, behavior with people and other pets, the adoption fee and the written terms. Ask what followup is included too.
What to discuss before handoverWhat if I need to rehome my own Shiba?
Use the dedicated rehoming inquiry. Tell us about your dog, your situation and your timing. Whether help is possible depends on the dog, the care needed and capacity.
Ask about rehomingCan I help without adopting?
Yes. The Pack is a free email signup with optional contributions toward a dog's care. You can also read what fostering involves and decide whether the requirements suit your home.
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