About NorCal Shiba

Small operation.
Personal care.

Shiba rehoming, in-home boarding and training in Northern California. Backed by a small foster and veterinary network. Since 2019.

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A cream Shiba Inu looking up, mouth open in a grin — Rehoming

A black and tan Shiba puppy held up in front of a round mirror — Foster care

A Shiba Inu sitting on a yellow armchair at home — In-home boarding

Care starts with a conversation

Talk directly with the person who will know your dog.

Email or text. We reply within one business day, usually sooner.

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Get in touch

Got a question?

Anything not covered on the site, we are happy to answer. We reply within one business day, usually much sooner.

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Email us, fastest replynorcalshiba@gmail.com

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Or by phoneCall or text Eric

Mission and values

How we work.

Rescue first

Careful matching and honest conversations about the breed.

Breed honesty

We will tell you a Shiba is wrong for you if it is.

In our home, not a facility

The dogs live with us. No kennels, no separate buildings.

Stay in touch

Ask about followup before adoption, and contact us with questions about settling in.

Our story

Our story.

Jonathan cofounded NorCal Shiba in 2019 after years of owning and loving the breed, and watching too many Shibas land in shelters because the families who took them home weren't prepared for what a Shiba actually is. The bridge between Shibas in need and families ready to do it right became the whole point. Eric runs operations today.

Boarding and training came next, because Shiba owners kept asking. We were already doing it for the rescue dogs in our care. Opening it up to other Shibas was the obvious next step, and it helps fund the rescue side of the house.

Want to ask us something? Start a conversation about your dog.

The person behind the work

Meet your point person.

A small operation, supported by a foster and veterinary network. Talk directly with Eric about the dog and the practical arrangements.

Intake conversations.

Understanding an owner's situation or a prospective adopter's home, routine and expectations.

Care coordination.

Discussing the veterinary, foster and behavior needs involved in a particular dog's care.

Household matching.

Considering the dog's known temperament and needs alongside the home being offered.

Questions after handover.

Discuss followup arrangements before adoption. For questions about settling in or behavior support, start with Eric.

The care network

Care takes coordination.

Foster homes and veterinary care help support a Shiba while a suitable permanent home is considered. Ask about the arrangements for the dog you are discussing.

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How we operate

Clear about support.

NorCal Shiba is privately operated, not a 501(c)(3). Contributions are not tax-deductible.

Sponsorship helps cover care costs. The Pack is a free email signup with optional contributions and no recurring charge.

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