Journal

Thoughts, Stories, Musings. Words from the heart of Shiba Saviors.

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Featured • Jan 2, 2026

Why I Started Shiba Saviors

A founder story about lifelong love for animals, finding Shibas, and the moment I stopped waiting and started building.

Read the article 8 minute read Tags: founder, mission, compassion

What you can do today

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Latest • Jan 8, 2026

Why Dog Vaccines Matter: Lessons From the Taylor Park Parvo Case

Parvovirus is fast, brutal, and preventable. Here’s why vaccines matter, what shots dogs need and when, and what the Taylor Park parvo case in Largo, Florida taught our community about risk, responsibility, and prevention.

Read the article 8 minute read Tags: parvo, Frosty, Parvo 12, Dog vaccines

Education • Jan 11, 2026

Safe Socialization and Vaccines: What Dogs Need at Every Age

A clear, practical guide to vaccination and socialization for puppies, adult dogs, and rescue dogs — including booster timing, exposure risk, and why prevention matters.

Read the article 7 minute read Tags: dog vaccines, rescue dogs, socialization, prevention

Latest • Jan 17, 2026

Sage wore a sweater and something unexpected happened.

A quiet experiment in Florida cold, nervous systems, pressure, and what it looks like when a dog finally lets herself rest.

Read the article 7 minute read Tags: sweater weather, emotional regulation, The Shiba Calm, Sage got her chill

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Latest • Jan 2, 2026

Lots of Shiba Inu things

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I have my work cut out for me!

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