Diwa Shiba Inu Sou

North Florida Shiba Inu Preservation Kennel

AKC HEALTH TESTED

CHAMPION LINEAGE

JAPANESE STANDARD

Some of the photos taken at the 2025 Nippo Grand National show in Kobe , Japan! So happy to be able to attend.

About Diwasou and 眸魂荘 (Bōkon-sō)

Diwasou

Founded in 2022 in Tallahassee, Florida, our hobby kennel was born from a deep passion for preserving the breed in accordance with the traditional Japanese standard. Our breeding program is guided by firsthand experience and continued education, including traveling to Japan to study Shiba Inu in person and observe the breed as it is maintained in its country of origin. During our time in Japan, we had the opportunity to meet and learn from multiple knowledgeable Japanese breeders who have generously offered guidance and ongoing support. Their mentorship has been instrumental in shaping our program, and we strive to mirror the practices, priorities, of Japanese breeders in our own breeding decisions. We are dedicated to producing well-balanced, healthy puppies with sound temperaments, correct structure, and strong breed type. Every puppy is raised in a nurturing environment with extensive early socialization and foundational training to help them transition confidently into their future homes. We breed with intention, integrity, and respect for the breed, prioritizing quality over quantity and long-term preservation over trends. We truly love what we do, and that dedication is reflected in the care, attention, and lifelong support we provide to both our dogs and the families who welcome them.

眸魂荘 (Bōkon-sō)

We are proud to officially announce that our kennel is now registered with NIPPO (Nihon Ken Hozonkai – Japan Dog Preservation Society) under the kennel name: 眸魂荘 (Bōkon-sō)

Meaning of the Name:

眸 (Bō / Manako) – gaze, the pupil of the eye

魂 (Kon) – soul (also a translation of my last name “Diwa”)

荘 (Sō) – manor / place

Together, this means “Manor of the Soulful Gaze.”

The gaze is deeply important to me as a breeder — the eyes of a dog reveal their spirit, their honesty, and their essence. The soul represents both my family name and the heart I put into raising Shiba Inu true to their nature and tradition.

This name carries both personal meaning and respect for the heritage of the Shiba Inu, and I’m honored to take this step with NIPPO.

Meet the Pack!

We are dedicated to preserving the breed how the Japanese intended ,therefore type and temperament are very important to us. We are members of the National Shiba Inu Club of America and Nihonken Hozonkai (NIPPO). We also have membership with Greater Panama City Dog Fanciers. They provide great training and handling instructions,

Health is also extremely important to us, I perform OFA and DNA testing to make sure I only have parents with clear results. This includes Eye exams (CAER) , Patellar Luxation, Hip Dysplasia, and GM1 gangliosidosis.

We do participate in AKC confirmation shows, as well as AKC sport events such as FastCAT. The purpose of AKC dog shows, also known as conformation shows, is to evaluate and select the best breeding stock for purebred dogs. FastCAT is a fun way for this breed to let out their natural prey drive. This helps to maintain the integrity of the breed.