Overview. The Kishu Ken is a generally healthy breed with little current evidence of joint or other physical deformities. Breed health issues are few, but exist mostly in the realm of the autoimmune system, eyes, and skin health. Breed-specific illnesses and other deformities that appear in the breed will be listed in this document.

Regulation. The National Kishu Club does not currently have a health testing policy that requires breeders perform testing before breeding. However, the National Kishu Club demands that breeders are transparent and open with their puppy buyers about breed health and give full disclosure on what is known about their stock to prospective puppy homes. Breeders who are not open, honest, and transparent with puppy buyers may be found to be in breach of the Code of Ethics, Bylaws, and Constitution.

Recommended tests. Genetic screening (Optimal Selection/My Dog DNA, Embark) (OFA DNA repository CHIC recommended), Thyroid evaluation (OFA) (CHIC required), Dentition (OFA) (CHIC required), Eye evaluation (OFA/CERF) (CHIC required)

Additional tests. Elbow evaluation (OFA) (CHIC optional), Hip evaluation (OFA, PennHip) (CHIC optional), Knee evaluation (OFA) (CHIC optional), Cardiac Auscultation (OFA), Spine evaluation (OFA)

Allergies. Current data (in an owner-reported survey) suggests that as much as 30% of Kishu Ken have experienced inflammation of the skin and 40% of Kishu Ken have experienced itching in patterned behavior. Allergies are generally associated with depressed immune health and can be strongly correlated with limited diversity in the breed. Allergies have complicated genetic and environmental factors, and it is not the statement of the National Kishu Club to expel dogs suffering from easily managed allergies from the genepool at this time. Allergy dogs should be intelligently paired to avoid inbreeding on any affected ancestors when possible, which may avoid allergies in future generations. Allergies generally have an adolescent and adult onset from 1-3 years of age.

Hypothyroidism is sometimes seen in Japanese dogs and the Kishu is not an exception. Hypothyroidism is most commonly caused by Autoimmune Thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition that can be screened for in parent dogs and has been discovered in the Kishu Ken. Autoimmune Thyroiditis is genetic. This is a recommended test for the Kishu Ken. Symptoms of hypothyroidism may not appear until after 5-6 years old when the thyroid fails in dogs with Autoimmune Thyroiditis, thus it is the position of the National Kishu Club to recommend testing for this illness with an OFA thyroid panel in breeding dogs. Some Kishu Ken may test as in the positive compensative state without being hypothyroid. At this time it has been observed that some of these dogs may test normally in the future while others will experience hypothyroidism and thyroid failure. It is recommended to retest breeding dogs every 2-3 years.

Addison’s Disease. The inheritance mode of Addison’s Disease is not clearly understood but, as a policy of caution, any dog suffering from a diagnosed autoimmune illness should be removed from prospective breeding. Addison’s disease may only be screened for in individuals at or after the onset of symptoms. Symptoms generally manifest in adult dogs 2 years of age to 6 years of age.

Systemic & Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus. If your Kishu has severe allergy-like symptoms which may appear as sores on the nose and mouth, sores on the feet, hair loss in these areas, and severe reoccurring dermatitis, please speak to your veterinarian about SLE or CLE. There is no current preventative test for SLE or CLE in breeding dogs. Dogs with visible symptoms of SLE/CLE or with a diagnosis should not be used for breeding.

Persistent Pupillary Membrane or PPM is an uncommon Kishu Ken deformity of the eye. These are membranes that failed to disappear by 5 weeks of age, when nutrients stop being carried to the developing eye. These membranes generally cause no issue to the Kishu’s sight but can become problematic depending on location. PPM may be seen on a standard manual eye exam. The inheritance mode of PPM is not entirely understood, and it is not the policy of the NAKC to expel dogs exhibiting PPM from breeding due to its relatively benign nature. (This call is up to an individual breeder and what they feel comfortable producing.) However, PPM does appear generational in some pedigrees.

Posterior Suture Tip Opacities is a small opacity along the "seam" where the lens formed. This does not typically affect vision but may appear on an OFA evaluation for a dog. Out of an abundance of caution, it is recommended to breed such an affected dog to a clear/normal dog.

Entropion is a rare deformity of the eyelid in Kishu Ken where the eyelid rolls inward and scratches the eyeball, causing inflammation and conjunctivitis over time. Entropion almost always needs surgery to correct. This deformity is sometimes caused due to the shape of the Kishu’s eye (that of a tight triangle) and dogs diagnosed with entropion are not recommended to be used for breeding. Entropion is easily evaluated via a standard eye exam. This is a recommended exam for Kishu Ken.

Juvenile Cataracts are another rare eye condition in the Kishu Ken which does impact vision. Dogs who are affected by juvenile cataracts should not be bred. Due to inheritance modes presence in other breeds, dogs which produce juvenile cataracts should not be bred together again.

Elbow deformities are among the most diagnosed joint deformities seen in Kishu Ken. Over the population of radiographed individuals this diagnosis is still rare. A type of elbow deformity called FCP (Fragmented Corornoid Process) has been diagnosed in Kishu Ken in the past. Elbow evaluations are among the National Kishu Club’s optional tests based on this data. Elbows may become a more pressing breed health concern with future data. This information may be seen via radiograph and evaluated through health databases such as the OFA.

Hip deformities are currently rare among Kishu Ken, and no Kishu Ken currently known has ever received a dysplastic rating when evaluated. The majority of evaluated Kishu Ken receive excellent or good (A/A) to fair (B/B) ratings in the OFA or FCI system when evaluated by radiograph. Because of this data, evaluation of the hips via radiograph should be a case by case basis, optional to the breeder or owner.

Knee deformities are likewise uncommon. This is an optional test that can be performed via articulation and/or radiograph, evaluated by the OFA.

Odd joint deformities are rarely seen, such as dysplasia of the joints of the toe. If a dog is excessively foot-shy or otherwise symptomatic, it is recommended they be screened or evaluated by a veterinarian.

Joint deformities are not always clearly heritable, nor do minor deformities impact the quality of life in a medium sized, athletic dog breed. The National Kishu Ken Club leaves final say up to the breeder to determine if a dog diagnosed with a deformity in the joints should be retained for breeding. All things equal with consideration to the infrequent appearance of joint deformities, when deciding between a dog with joint deformities or one that is deformity free, preference should be given to the healthy dog.

Dentition. A dog with genetically missing teeth is in conflict with the Kishu Ken standard where missing teeth are penalized. A count can be provided through the OFA and is recommended to be performed on a young adult. Good Kishu teeth should not fall out due to injury but may become chipped.

Malocclusion. Underbites or overbites are a developmental deformity that can be genetic. Dogs exhibiting malocclusions are disqualified from the conformation ring. As malocclusions may have a genetic component and may be indicative of a skeletal deformity, it is not recommended to breed dogs with malocclusions. Mandibular mesioclusion (underbites) have been observed. This is not likely to cause an impact on a dog’s quality of life in the Kishu Ken, and mandibular mesioclusions that have been seen are very minor.

Kinked tails. Kinked tails are sometimes observed in Kishu Ken through birth defect or breaks. Kinked tails are discouraged in the breed and disqualified in the show ring. This can be seen upon exam and does not impact the dog’s quality of life. Breeds with kinked tails can be prone to other spinal deformities and affected dogs may be radiographed for OFA spine out of an abundance of caution. At least one Kishu Ken with a severely life-affecting congenital spine deformity has been known at this time. The NAKC is reassessing need to add spine to CHIC requirements for breed health clearances.

Monorchidism is rare in the Kishu Ken but has been reported.

Expression is confident and intense. In males the expression is bold and sharp. In females the expression is somewhat kinder and appraising.

Eyes are triangular and very dark brown in color. The flesh of the eye rim is dark. Ears stand erect and hooded. The ears are inclined forward to follow the arch of the neck. Disqualification—Hanging or dropped ears.

Skull is broad and substantial, with a wide forehead. The skull is flat and extends behind the ears when viewed in profile.

Stop is moderate and has a slight furrow to the brow.

Muzzle is straight and firm. The shape resembles a thick wedge from the nose to the well-developed cheeks.

Nose is black. Faded black or flesh-colored noses are permitted in white dogs. Lips are tight and straight.

Bite is strong and substantial. Teeth come together in a scissor. Kishu Ken have a full set of healthy teeth. Broken or surgically removed teeth due to injury are not to be penalized. The tongue is pink. Severe Fault—Missing teeth. Disqualification—Malocclusion (underbite or overbite.)

Neck is moderately thick and long. It is well-muscled and powerful.

Topline is straight from the back of the shoulder to the tail, and strong.

Body is athletic and muscular. The Kishu Ken are presented in fit condition for hunting.

Chest has an ovular shape 45-50% of the dog’s height. The forechest is evident.

Ribs are sprung and are sometimes seen or felt upon exam.

Underline is firm and well tucked-up from the chest to the loin.

Loins are strong.

Tail is moderately thick, expressive, and powerful. It is carried over the back as a saber, a sickle, or as a curl. Tails are set high and do not lie flat on the back. Tails which are carried vertically erect are permitted. The length of the tail reaches the top of the hock when measured by eye. Disqualification—Hanging tails that cannot rise over the back. Bobtails.

Angulation is moderate.

Shoulders are moderately sloping, and have well-developed muscle.

Upper Arm meets the shoulder at a 110-120° angle. It is approximately equal in length to the shoulder.

Elbows are held close to the body.

Legs are spaced at the same width as the body, are straight, and parallel.

Pasterns are strong, set at an open angle.

Feet and toes are tight, with strong grip. Pads are thick and flexible.

Nails are ideally dark in color. Light nails permitted.

Angulation is moderate, in balance with the front.

Legs are strong, well-muscled, spaced the same width as the waist or lower back, and take a strong stance.

Upper Thigh is well-developed, and somewhat long.

Stifle is strong.

Second Thigh is slightly shorter than the upper thigh.

Hocks are tough, and strong and parallel.

Dewclaws are often removed before a week of age, but are permitted in adult dogs. When intact, the rear dewclaw is judged as in the primary toes.

Feet, pads, and nails as in the front.

White is the most common coat color, and has a natural pigment range from pure white to a biscuit-like, light yellow. Ideal white coats have a natural or rustic quality and are not bleached in appearance or purely white.

Red is an evenly-pigmented rich, red-orange coat that is not so light it appears yellow, or so dark it appears brown. Red coats form the basis and base coat of all non-white coat colors.

Sesame is a wild-type coat color with an even mixture of red base coat and black hair intermixed. Sesame may be further divided into 2 additional variations: Red Sesame which has a predominantly red appearance and Black Sesame which has a predominantly black appearance but never appears solidly black anywhere on the coat. Black hair is always blended evenly over the body, no matter how dense or sparse it appears. Sesame, Red Sesame, and Black Sesame coats have obvious red pigment and do not appear washed out or gray.

White Sesame - a red sesame, sesame, or black sesame dog that lacks any red pigmentation and appears grey or white as a result - is also present in the Kishu Ken. When evaluating two sesame Kishu Ken of any variety, the dog with ideal red pigment in the undercoat is preferred.

Black and Tan is a predominantly black coat with tan markings.

On all but White coats, Urajiro is required. Urajiro describes the lightening of the underside of the dog. Undersides are clearly paler than the body color especially on the chest, the cheeks, and the underside of the tail. Black masks that interfere with the expression of the required urajiro markings are not desired.

Severe Faults—Pinto markings - white markings that interrupt the body color by reaching up over the shoulder of a dog or form a collar, white markings on the top of the muzzle or skull, and white markings which reach past the elbow in the forequarters or knee in the hindquarters. Disqualification—Brindle coat color or any color not described.

ARTICLE I: Name and Objectives

Section 1: The name of the club shall be the National Kishu Ken Club

Section 2: The mission of the club shall be:

(a) To preserve the quality of and promote the breeding and responsible ownership of the Kishu Ken (also known as the Kishuken, the Japanese Kishu dog, the Kishu Inu, the Kishu, and the Kishu hound.)

(b) To aid in the organization of and to encourage unique Kishu Ken

specialty clubs in locations where there are Kishu Ken enthusiasts sufficient enough to meet the American Kennel Club (AKC) requirements.

(c) To create education opportunities and a support system with the purpose of promoting responsible ownership, to include but not be limited to mentoring new participants to the club in appropriate Kishu Ken activities.

(d) To promote unbiased, factual breed information and act as breed historians and experts within the

USA.

(e) To always honor and acknowledge the founding breed standard established by the Nihon Ken Hozonkai (NIPPO), the foremost Kishu Ken registry by numbers and age, and to model our official AKC standard after the NIPPO standard’s guidelines on appropriate breed appearance and attitude.

(f) To advance the interest in the Kishu Ken breed and promote fair and sportsmanlike conduct and

competition in appropriate breed events.

(g) To bring more Kishu Ken registrations to the AKC and become able, as a club, to conduct field trials, instinct tests, companion events, specialty shows, and other appropriate breed events under the Rules and Regulations of the AKC.

Section 3:

The Club shall not engage in any act which would prevent it from qualifying as a tax exempt organization under 26 U.S.C., Section 501. The National Kishu Club is dedicated to, and operated exclusively for, non-profit purposes; and no part of the income or assets of the Club shall be distributed to, nor inure to, the benefit of any individual.

Section 4:

The Board of Directors of the club shall adopt and may from time to time revise its bylaws as may be required to carry out its mission. This Constitution was adopted by the Membership of the National Kishu Club on February 9th, 2019.

Article I: Membership

Section 1: Eligibility.

Membership is open to all persons in good standing with the American Kennel Club in a tiered system. Individual membership and Household membership will be provided to those members residing within the USA which permit one (1) or two (2) votes accordingly, and the ability to hold office. Non-voting memberships will be provided to those members residing outside of the USA, and cannot hold office. Individuals under 18 may apply for a complimentary non-voting membership.

Section 2: Dues.

Membership dues are voted on by the Board annually and will not exceed $100 per year per highest membership. These dues must be paid before the end of the first quarter of the membership year. Members with unpaid dues may not vote for the current year. Members will receive reminders of upcoming dues via E-mail or physical letter at their choosing.

Section 3: Membership.

Each applicant to the club must fill a form to be approved by the Board. The Board will supply each member applicant with the constitution and by-laws of the club, and the rules of The American Kennel Club (AKC). Applications will collect name, address, and email of the individual applicant. When the applicant is approved, the new member will pay their dues for the current year.

Section 4: Termination. Membership may be terminated:

(a) By resignation from that member. Members in good standing may terminate their membership at any time by written statement to the Board. Any debt to the club must be paid before resignation.

(b) By lapsing dues. A member will be considered lapsed 30 days after the fiscal year. The Board may grant a grace period on an individual basis by written petition. Members in lapse of dues will not be permitted to vote.

(c) By expulsion. A member may be expelled from the club as a disciplinary measure.

Article II: Meetings & Voting

Section 1: Annual Meeting. The annual meeting will take place in conjunction with the club’s specialty show when available, or set by the board of directors or performed electronically if such a time and place is not available. Annual meetings will be announced by mailing or e-mail no later than one week prior to the event and must contain 10% of members in good standing for a vote to be held.

Section 2: Special Meetings.

Special club meetings may be called by the President or by a majority vote by members of the Board. These meetings may be called by the Secretary upon petition of no less than 10% of the membership in good standing. Special meetings will be held at a time and a place agreed upon by the Board or by the Petitioners, or may be held electronically. A notice of purpose must be mailed (physically or electronically) to all members no later than one week prior to the event.

Section 3: Board Meetings.

The first meeting of the Board shall be held immediately following the election. Other meetings of the board of directors shall be held at such times and places or electronically via chat group, telephone conference call, or video conference as are designated by the President or by a majority vote of the entire board. Written notice of each such other meeting shall be mailed by the Secretary to each member of the board at least 14 days prior to the date of the meeting. The quorum for a board meeting shall be a majority of the board. Directors may participate in a meeting of the Board in person, by conference telephone, or any means of communication by which all persons attending are able to hear or read from each other.

Items voted upon at meetings other than in- person meetings shall be confirmed in writing within seven days, unless the Secretary confirms the vote during the meeting with a roll call.

Section 4: Board Dealings.

The board of directors may also conduct business by telephone conference call, mail, and email provided it does not conflict with any other provision of these bylaws. Items voted upon by telephone conference call, mail and email must be confirmed in writing by the Secretary within seven days.

Section 5: Voting.

Each member in good standing whose dues are paid for the current year shall be entitled to one vote at any meeting of the club at which he is present. Proxy voting will not be permitted at any club meeting or election.

Article III: Directors and Officers

Section 1: Board of Directors.

The board shall be comprised of the officers and two other persons, all of whom shall be members in good standing and all of whom shall be elected for two-year terms at the club’s annual meeting as provided in Article IV and shall serve until their successors are elected. The President, Secretary, Delegate and one of the two non-officer members shall be elected in odd numbered years; the Vice President, Treasurer and the other non-officer board member in the even numbered years. General management of the club’s affairs shall be entrusted to the board of directors.

Section 2: Officers.

The club’s officers, consisting of the President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer, shall serve in their respective capacities both with regard to the club and its meetings and the board and its meetings.

A. The President shall preside at all meetings of the club and of the board, and shall have the duties and powers normally appurtenant to the office of President in addition to those particularly specified in these bylaws.

B. The Vice President shall have the duties and exercise the powers of the President in case of the President’s death, absence or incapacity.

C. The Secretary shall keep a record of all meetings of the club and of the board and of all matters of which a record shall be ordered by the club; have charge of the correspondence, notify members of meetings, notify new members of their election to membership, notify officers and directors of their election to office, keep a roll of the members of the club with their addresses, which shall be sent to any member in good standing, upon written request, not more than once every club year, and carry out such other duties as are prescribed in these bylaws.

D. The Treasurer shall collect and receive all moneys due or belonging to the club. Moneys shall be deposited in a bank designated by the board, in the name of the club. The books shall at all times be open to inspection by the board and a report shall be given at every meeting on the condition of the club’s finances and every item of receipt or payment not before reported; and at the annual meeting an accounting shall be rendered of all moneys received and expended during the previous fiscal year. The Treasurer shall be bonded in such amount as the board of directors shall determine.

E. The offices of Secretary and Treasurer may be held by the same person, in which case the board shall be comprised of 5 persons.

F. AKC® Delegate. The duties of the Delegate shall be to represent the interests of the Club and its members to The American Kennel Club as directed by the Board of Directors and to report to the Club all relevant actions and matters from AKC, as well as maintain information about Kishu with the AKC. This officer may hold another office.

Section 3: Vacancies.

Any vacancies occurring on the board or among the offices during the 7 8 year shall be filled until the next annual election by a majority vote of the members of the board at its first regular meeting following the creation of such vacancy, or at a special board meeting called for that purpose; except that a vacancy in the office of President shall be filled automatically by the Vice President and the resulting vacancy in the office of Vice President shall be filled by the board.

Article IV: The Club Year, Nomination, and Elections

Section 1: Club Year.

The club’s fiscal year shall begin on the first day of January and end on the last day of December. The club’s official year shall begin immediately at the conclusion of the election at the annual meeting at the end of the first fiscal quarter and shall continue through the election at the next annual meeting.

Section 2: Elections.

The election of officers and directors shall be conducted by secret ballot. Ballots shall be counted by three inspectors of election who are members in good standing and neither members of the current board nor candidates on the ballot (provided, however, that the board may designate an independent professional firm to send, receive and count the ballots apart from the annual meeting). The nominated candidate receiving the greatest number of votes for each office shall be declared elected. If any nominee, at the time of the meeting, is unable to serve for any reason, such nominee shall not be elected and the vacancy so created shall be filled by the new board of directors in the manner provided by the club.

Section 3. Nominations and Ballots.

No person may be a candidate in a club election who has not been nominated in accordance with these bylaws, nor without the written acceptance of each nominee signifying their willingness to be a candidate. Except for the position of delegate, no person shall be a candidate for more than one position.

A. A Candidate must be nominated by a member in good standing, and consent to serve. If no valid additional nominations are made for an office or the Board, the slate shall be declared elected and no balloting will be required.

B. If one or more nominations are made, the Secretary (or an independent professional firm designated by the board) shall mail to each member in good standing a ballot listing all of the nominees for each position in alphabetical order, with the names of the states in which they reside, together with a means of voting by survey or poll.

Article V: Committees

Section 1: Appointing Committees.

The board may each year appoint standing committees to advance the work of the club in such matters as dog shows, obedience trials, trophies, annual prizes, membership, and other fields which may well be served by committees. Such committees shall always be subject to the final authority of the board. Special committees may also be appointed by the board to aid it on particular projects.

Section 2: Terminating Committees.

Any committee appointment may be terminated by a majority vote of the full membership of the board upon written notice to the appointee; and the board may appoint successors to those persons whose services have been terminated.

Article VI: Discipline

Section 1: American Kennel Club.

Any member who is suspended from all the privileges of The American Kennel Club automatically shall be suspended from the privileges of this club for a like period.

Section 2: Charges.

Any member may prefer charges against a member for alleged misconduct prejudicial to the best interests of the club or the breed. Written charges with specifications must be filed in duplicate with the Secretary together with a deposit of $50, which shall be forfeited if such charges are not sustained by the

board or a committee following a hearing. The Secretary shall promptly send a copy of the charges to each member of the board or present them at a board meeting, and the board shall first consider whether the actions alleged in the charges, if proven, might constitute conduct prejudicial to the best interests of the club or the breed. If the board considers that the charges do not allege conduct which would be prejudicial to the best interests of the club or of the breed, it may refuse to entertain jurisdiction. If the board entertains jurisdiction of the charges, it shall fix a date of a hearing by the board or a committee of not less than three members of the board, not less than three weeks nor more than six weeks thereafter. The Secretary shall promptly send one copy of the charges to the accused member by certified mail together with a notice of the hearing and an assurance that the defendant may personally appear in his own defense and bring witnesses if he wishes.

Section 3: Board Hearing.

The board shall have complete authority to decide whether counsel may attend the hearing, but both complainant and defendant shall be treated uniformly in that regard. Should the charges be sustained after hearing all the evidence and testimony presented by complainant and defendant, the board may by a majority vote of those present reprimand or suspend the defendant from all privileges of the club for not more than six months from the date of the hearing. And, if it deems that punishment insufficient, it may also recommend to the membership that the penalty be expulsion. In such case, the 11 suspension shall not restrict the defendant’s right to appear before his fellow members at the ensuing club meeting which considers the board’s recommendation. Immediately after the board has reached a decision, its finding shall be put in written form and filed with the Secretary. The Secretary, in turn, shall notify each of the parties of the board’s decision and penalty, if any.

Section 4: Expulsion.

Expulsion of a member from the club may be accomplished only at a meeting of the club following a board hearing and upon the board’s recommendation as provided in Section 3 of this Article. Such proceedings may occur at a regular or special meeting of the club to be held within 60 days but not earlier than 30 days after the date of the board’s recommendation of expulsion. The defendant shall have the privilege of appearing in his own behalf, though no evidence shall be taken at this meeting. The President shall read the charges and the board’s finding and recommendation, and shall invite the defendant, if present, to speak in his own behalf if he wishes. The members shall then vote by secret ballot on the proposed expulsion. A ⅔ vote of those present and voting at the meeting shall be necessary for expulsion. If expulsion is not so voted, the board’s suspension shall stand.

Article VII: Amendments

Section 1: Amendments to the constitution and bylaws or the breed standard may be proposed by the board of directors or by written petition addressed to the Secretary signed by 20% of the membership in good standing. Amendments proposed by such petition shall be promptly considered by the Board of Directors and must be submitted to the members with recommendations of the board by the Secretary for a vote within three months of the date when the petition was received by the Secretary.

Section 2: The Constitution and Bylaws or the Standard for the breed may be amended at any time, provided a copy of the proposed amendment has been mailed by the Secretary to each member in good standing on the date of mailing, accompanied by a ballot on which a choice for or against the action to be taken shall be indicated.

Article VIII: Dissolution

Section 1: The club may be dissolved at any time by the written consent of not less than ⅔ of the members in good standing. In the event of the dissolution of the club other than for purposes of reorganization whether voluntary or involuntary or by operation of law, none of the property of the club nor any proceeds thereof nor any assets of the club shall be distributed to any members of the club, but after payment of the debts of the club its property and assets shall be given to a charitable organization for the benefit of dogs selected by the board of directors.

Article IX: Parliamentary Authority

Section 1: The rules contained in the current edition of “Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised,” shall govern the club in all cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with these bylaws and any other special rules of order the club may adopt.

These Bylaws were adopted by the Membership of the National Kishu Ken Club on February 13th, 2019.

Find an AKC OPNC, AKC MHBC, or AKC BPUP match by using the Event Search on the AKC website. Expand the "Conformation Events" tab and select the type of conformation show you are looking for. OPNC are for Foundation Stock breeds to earn CM points. MHBC are sanctioned B Matches which can be used for practice for any AKC recognized or AKC-FSS breed. BPUP is for puppies 4-6 months. FSS breeds who enter BPUP shows earn CM points instead of Puppy of Achievement points. Dogs must first be AKC registered.

Find a UKC Show by using the UKC Event Calendar. Use the plus sign (+) to the left of the "Event Type" subtitle to filter your desired event. UKC permits baby puppy (unsanctioned) and altered conformation for spayed and neutered dogs (sanctioned). Dogs must be UKC registered or have a UKC "Temporary Listing Number." TL Numbers can be acquired quickly, without registration process, for individuals who just want to try out showing in conformation before fully registering their dog.

Find an IABCA Show by using their Event Calendar. IABCA shows are judged by AKC, CKC (Canadian Kennel Club), and FCI judges and are a wonderful place to receive quality critiques for rare breeds for both novice and experienced exhibitors. Dogs can be entered on their AKC, UKC, NIPPO, or FCI registration numbers but cannot earn title certificates until they are fully IABCA registered.

Learn about NIPPO-USA Shows at the Colonial Shiba Fanciers page. These NIPPO-USA shows are typically once or twice per year and done in the NIPPO style with a NIPPO judge presiding. Dogs do not have to be NIPPO registered to show at the NIPPO-USA or NIPPO Classic show. Dogs shown at NIPPO Classic may earn a qualifying placement for the Grand National in Japan.

AKC: Agility, Canine Good Citizen, Obedience, Rally Obedience,

UKC: Agility, Obedience, Rally Obedience, SPOT

AKC: Coursing Abiltiy Test, Fast CAT, Scentwork, AKC Temperament Test

UKC: Precision Coursing, Weight Pull

BHA: Barn Hunt

ASFA: Lure Chasing Instinct

Akiyama no Roushya Kokuchou go VC EXC ROM

Akiyama no Roushya Koujiro go VCX

Akiyama no Roushya Shiromasa go VC

Akiyama no Roushya Tenrou go VC

Hakuzan no Kira go Hakuzan Ryousou SHH

Hakuzan no Riki go Hakuzan Ryousou HH

Hakuzan no Sekirou go Hakuzan Ryousou EXC ROMX

Jikino Kensha no Nami no Aima VC EXC

Katsusaburou go Tomoe VC

Katsuichime go Tomoe VCX

Kishu Ken-Nel's Kisha VCX

Oosaka no Sekihime go Kishuu Yoshitaka sou HH VCX EXC ROM

Sagami no Roushya Kaneko go VC

Seihoume go Hakushuu Daizan sou ROMX

Yawata no Tsukihime go Ichikawa Kinofuji SHH

Yoshimi Trump Hunter VC

Yuki no Hana go Ouriku Kurauchi sou MHH

Zushuu no Tarou go Tourou sou MHH

Akiyama no Roushya Akagi go BCAT

Akiyama no Roushya Hisshou go TKN*

Akiyama no Roushya Kaichou go TKN

Akiyama no Roushya Kaiki no Tokumine go ATT

Akiyama no Roushya Kokuchou go TKN

Akiyama no Roushya Koujiro go CM CAA DCAT TKN ATT

Akiyama no Roushya Seiroume go VSWB*

Akiyama no Roushya Shiromasa go TKN

Akiyama no Roushya Tenrou go ATT TKN

Akiyama no Roushya Yoshitatsu go DCAT TKN

Jikino Kensha no Nami no Aima ATT TKN

Katsuichime go Tomoe CM CA BCAT RATN CGC TKI ATT VHMA VSWB FITB

Katsusaburou go Tomoe BCAT

Kishu Ken-Nels Kisha CD PCD BN GN RE OAP OJP OFP ACT1 SWN SCA SIA SEA RATO TKN

Kishu Ken-Nel's Zigmund Stardust De Tarot RA

Oosaka no Sekihime go ATT CGC

Sagami no Roushya Kaneko go RATN

Shoteimaru Go Akagawa Roushya VSWB

Texas Silver Dollar Gin RN

Yoshimi Trump Hunter BCAT

Akiyama no Roushya Seiroume go - 2024 US NIPPO Classic Puppy Sweeps Best of Breed

Hakuzan no Sekirou go Hakuzan Ryousou - 2019 US NIPPO Classic (West) Jun Saikosho (Best of Opposite)

Seihoume go Hakushuu Daizan sou - 2019 US NIPPO Classic (West) Saikosho, Reserve Supreme (Best of Breed, Reserve Best in Show)

Seikaichime go Akagawa Roushya - 2024 US NIPPO Classic Jun Saikosho (Best of Opposite)

Souma go Kenyuan - 2024 US NIPPO Classic Saikosho (Best of Breed)

Akiyama no Roushya Kaiki no Tokumine go RATI

Akiyama no Roushya Kokuchou go RATI

Akiyama no Roushya Koujiro go RATI

Akiyama no Roushya Shiromasa go RATI

Katsuichime go Tomoe RATI RATN

Kishu Ken-Nels Kisha RATI RATO

Oosaka no Sekihime go Kishuu Yoshitaka sou RATI

Sagami no Roushya Kaneko go RATI RATN

INT CH Akiyama no Roushya Akagi go

INT CH Akiyama no Roushya Kokuchou go

INT CH Akiyama no Roushya Tenrou go

DASH Akiyama no Roushya Akagi go

Akiyama no Roushya Kaiki no Tokumine go SPOT

CH Akiyama no Roushya Koujiro go

CH Akiyama no Roushya Shiromasa go

CH Akiyama no Roushya Tenrou go

CH Hakuzan no Sekirou go Hakuzan Ryousou

DASH CH Jikino Kensha no Nami no Aima go

CH Katsuichime go Tomoe

RACEA CH Katsusaburou go Tomoe

ALCH Oosaka no Sekihime go Kishuu Yoshitaka sou SPOT

CH Sagami no Roushya Kaneko go SPOT

RACEN CH Yoshimi Trump Hunter