Akagawa Roushya
- Rochester, NY
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristina A., the breeder behind Akagawa Roushya located in Rochester, NY. A Japanese Boar hound, The Kishu Ken can be a wonderful pet or active lifestyle dog. They are loyal and bonded to their owners. We breed our dogs with temperament and health in mind. All of our foundation dogs are health tested and temperament tested to provide transparency in our kennel for future owners. Our goal is to offer stable, healthy puppies that can be welcomed into your home for a fun companion.
Q. & A. with Kristina
Why did you start breeding?
After we brought our first Kishu, Ume, home we fell in love with the breed. After further research into their history we learned that they were struggling to maintain numbers in their country of origin and were not very common here in the states. We wanted to take part in the preservation on the breed in hopes that eventually they become a household dog.What makes your program special?
Our main goal is breed preservation of the Kishu Ken. But we don't want to just breed, we have a set standard we hope to maintain but producing stable happy puppies that could be placed in both working/show homes or pet homes.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white, sesame, and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kristina
Kristina has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
"This price includes all of their registration for AKC and NIPPO, initial vet visits with vaccines prior to going home as well as their start in creating an environmentally sound puppy. We ask for a deposit to ensure your commitment to a puppy. We will not ask for a deposit until the puppies are born so we can make sure everyone is happy and healthy and you know you will be bringing a puppy home."
Contract & health guarantee
Kristina may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Kristina offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Kristina directly.
What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristina.
Breeder's location
Meet in Rochester, NY
3892 miles away
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More about Kristina
Club memberships
Kristina is a member of United Kennel Club and American Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.
Kristina has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Kristina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Kristina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Akagawa Roushya meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Mine, mom
Kishu Ken
About Mine
Mine is a tiny little spitfire who loves to be right by your side. Although independent she prefers to follow you around getting into whatever you are. She enjoys hiking and playing ball and just hanging out with the family snuggling. She is willing to give kisses to all strangers as long as they have food. But playing with her friends, both cat and dog alike are much preferred.
Uploaded health tests
Dentition, Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA).Ume, mom
Kishu Ken
About Ume
Ume is a spunky sweetheart that is extremely bonded to her family. She loves being outdoors but is perfectly content laying down and watching tv with you. She enjoys being in the show ring and is the perfect dog to have ringside to say hello to new faces. She is great with other dogs and was raised in a house with cats. She does have a higher prey drive making sports like FCAT super fun for her.
Great health testing
Dentition, DNA Disease Panel, +2 more.Enkai, dad
Kishu Ken
About Enkai
Enkai is a very active and happy boy. His favorite things to do are being outside hiking and playing with his family. He does love being in the show ring as well! He is quite personable with strangers and often will offer kisses to anyone who wants them. As a young male he does well with other dogs. He is also very appropriate with the in house cats he was raised with.
Great health testing
Dentition, DNA Disease Panel, +2 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Akagawa Roushya reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Kishu Kens.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Dentition
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).