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Follow the dogs’ stories. Help with care when you choose. Free to join, with no recurring charge.

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Stories first. Support by choice.

  1. Join free.

    Leave your email. No payment details are needed to sign up.

  2. Get to know the dogs.

    Read about their personalities, routines, known health and behavior, and the care they need.

  3. Help when you choose.

    Contact us about a particular dog’s care. You are welcome to keep reading without giving.

Care before a match

What your support covers.

A suitable home takes time to find. Needs vary by Shiba, so discuss the dog and the care needed before contributing.

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.

Care comes before a match.

Veterinary care, food, supplies, transport, and behavior support can all be part of preparing a dog for adoption. Sponsorship helps cover those costs so adoption stays affordable.

It does not promise a particular fee reduction. Each adoption fee is discussed with the adopting family.

Stories with substance.

Get to know the dog’s needs and the home being considered. Careful matching, secure containment, and patient owners matter.

We also respect the privacy of the family who needed to rehome them.

Before you contribute

Know where your help goes.

Ask about current needs, arrangements and updates before sending anything.

  • Ask about current needs. Which dog you are supporting and the care your contribution would help cover.
  • Discuss the arrangements. How to contribute and what would happen if the dog's needs are already covered.
  • Ask about updates. What information we can share about care and a placement, and how you will hear about it.
  • Choose again each time. There is no recurring charge. Reading the stories without contributing is welcome.
A few practical questions

Clear answers. Your choice.

Does joining cost anything?

No. The Pack is a free email list.

Is this a monthly sponsorship?

No. There is no subscription fee or recurring charge. You choose separately whether to contribute.

Can I choose a particular dog?

Yes. Contact us about the dog you would like to support so you can discuss their current care needs.

Does sponsorship mean a lower adoption fee?

Sponsorship helps cover care costs so adoption stays affordable. It does not guarantee a specific reduction or a fixed sponsored adoption price.

How do I contribute?

Contact us first. Contributions are arranged directly after you discuss the dog and their care needs.

What if the dog's care needs are already covered?

Ask us before contributing. Discuss what support is still needed and where your contribution would go.

Are contributions tax-deductible?

No. NorCal Shiba is privately operated, not a 501(c)(3). Contributions are not tax-deductible.

Can I join even if I cannot contribute?

Yes. You are welcome to read the stories without giving.

Can I unsubscribe?

Yes. You can unsubscribe anytime.

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