Welcome!

Uncle Dexter keeping a close eye on a days-old Shiba puppy

to SunoJo Kennels, and we hope you find this website helpful in learning more about Shiba Inu and Japanese Chin (Spaniel). We are long-term, serious fanciers that have been involved with purebred dogs over 30 years - our goal in breeding dogs is to be respectful of their heritage; progressive in the breeds' development; and particular in placing our dogs with responsible families. Please visit About to learn more about us.

We breed 2 to 3 litters of Shibas every year, and very occassionally a litter of Chin. We select our breeding stock and raise each puppy as a future champion - but we can't keep every one, so pet/companion puppies of excellent quality are available to approved homes.

Please consider carefully all aspects of adding a dog to your life: the cost, exercise, training, time, and the emotional investment. We hope you enjoy your visit, and that you find information here that enhances your knowledge of Shiba Inu and Japanese Chin.

 

News as of May 1, 2012

• Puppy News - Click here for more info
  
  
• Show News! Stanley (our newest Japanese Chin) completes his AKC title practically undefeated (Dexter beat him once) - has started his specials career already and is travelling with Luke Baggenstos (our son-in-law, see below). Then, he goes to the Alle Rasse International show in Oregon, where he won the Toy Group 3 out of 4 shows, and went on to win a Best in Show and a Reserve Best in Show!
  
  
• Our daughter Rowan and her husband Luke Baggenstos are professional all-breed handlers . Visit their website to see pictures of some of the SunoJo champions and the many different breeds they handle. Also: our first grandchild is here - and beautiful as expected! Teagan Sidney Baggenstos - Feb 22, 2011 - welcome!
  
  
• House of Dogs Pet Resort is our boarding and grooming facility in Comox/Courtenay. We offer deluxe boarding for dogs and cats, and full service dog grooming.