Who Are We?
Storm Runner Shilohs is a small, homegrown facility that is nestled in the heart of Aldergrove, British Columbia, Canada. Our “Wild West Coast” location provides us with diverse opportunities to find adventure throughout the Lower Mainland. We’re surrounded by hiking trails, fishing spots, parks, beaches and lakes. We are not a kennel operation and out puppies are raised in our homes, as part of our family.
A brief history of how we got into shilohs:
Christine can remember at the young age of four, having a litter of puppies between her beloved GSD, Brookie, and her Uncle’s Vancouver Police Dog GSD, Ranger. She has always been passionate about animals. Adam and Christine Homfeld’s love affair with Shilohs started over ten years ago when Christine’s cousin got a Shiloh puppy from Laura Kathryn at Solace Shilohs. After being invited to attend the puppy pick up, Christine instantly fell in love with the temperaments and physique of Shilohs. She particularly loved how Shiloh Shepherd breeders were health testing their dogs to try to get away from the problems that plague GSDs and into the more traditional, old-style GSD.
Fast forward a few years, close to their wedding anniversary. Christine and Adam had put a deposit down on a breed quality puppy from Solace Shilohs got the call that the dam was ready to whelp. They immediately raced across the border to assist. At the LER, the adorable black and silver, spectacled, rambunctious but sweet, “Blue Girl” was the perfect match for Christine and Adam. Arcadia is affectionately called “Cade”, “Sweet Pea” or “the Wildling”. She’s a constant shadow and companion who is a joy to be around.
Christine is a Resource Teacher in the Langley School District with her teachable being Visual Arts. In her spare time, she typically draws and paints. You can find a portrait of Kiera in the Acrylic section on her website: https://christinehomfeld.com/ . Adam is a Systems Engineering Lead at a local company and enjoys many outdoor activities.
What Is A Shiloh Shepherd?
The Shiloh Shepherd has become its own district breed. Originating from German Shepherds, modern-day Shilohs were carefully selected for health, temperament, conformation and intellect. They are wonderful family companions and active individuals. Shiloh Shepherds enjoy competing in a variety of dog sports with some of those being: herding, disc, agility, trick training, therapy, dock diving and scent work.
Tina Barber, the Breed Founder, envisioned re-creating the dogs of her childhood. Having selected foundation dogs in 1974, she started creating the Shiloh Shepherds. In 1991 she created the International Shiloh Shepherd Registry. Unfortunately, before this breed was complete, Tina passed away. Her memory lives on in the standards the breeders and members of the ISSA follow, true to her vision of this noble breed. Please refer to the ISSA’s exit litter, as many of the breeders in the ISSA started out working directly with Tina. ISSA Exit Letter.
Shilohs are powerfully built with a regal visual aesthetic. Shilohs are larger in their bone structure and size. Males reach a minimum of 28″ at the withers; females are slightly smaller with a minimum height of 26″ at the withers. Weight ranges on activity level and bone structure. The ideal Shiloh temperament is a confident, family companion, who is gentle but protect their home and people. Shiloh Shepherds are regal in their appearance and movement. This dogs locomotion comes from the hind end and creates a swift, effortless gait. Shiloh Shepherds also come in a variety of coat colours and have two coat lengths: Plush and Smooth.
Although these dogs have their affectionate, quiet, couch potato moments, they need structure and stimulation every day. They are active dogs and will get into trouble if they are not physically and intellectually stimulated. Please keep this into consideration when thinking about adding a Shiloh to your family.
Strom Runner Shilohs is affiliated with the:
INTERNATIONAL SHILOH SHEPHERD ALLIANCE
We are governed by the International Shiloh Shepherd Alliance and must adhere to a strict code of ethics as a Shiloh Breeder. We are currently in the process of continuing to further our education with the Breeders Training Program.
Plush Coat vs. Smooth Coats
Shiloh Shepherds come in TWO different Coat Types: “Plush” and “Smooth”. They also come in a variety of coat colours. Depending on who is bred with who, there can be both plush and smooth pups in litters.
Smooth Coats
“The ideal dog has a double coat of medium length. The outer coat should be as dense as possible with hair straight, harsh, lying close to the body. The hair around the neck area should be slightly longer and thicker. The rear of the forelegs and hind legs has somewhat longer hair extending to the pastern and hock respectively. The head including the inner ear and fore face, legs and paws should be covered with shorter hair. *Even though the smooth-coated type requires less care and grooming –the Plush coated variety seems to shed less.” (Barber, T., 1990, p. 8)
Plush Coat
“The Plush Variety has a close-fitting double coat of medium-coarse guard hairs, with a softer undercoat. The head and muzzle, back of the ears and front of the legs and paws are covered with short smooth hairs. The neck has a distinct “mane” that extends to, and covers the chest, with slightly shorter hair covering the remaining torso, not to exceed 5″ in length. The “feathering” inside of the ears and on the back of the forelegs should not exceed 3″ in length. *Show Grooming should include the trimming of all excess fur from between the toes, around the pads, and the removal of all “tufts” from among the “feathering” inside the ears.” (Barber, T., 1990, p. 8)
Do Shilohs Shed?
Yes, Shilohs blow their coats 1-3xs a year, depending on climate. We think it’s going to be a cold winter heading into 2022 based on the amount of fur Arcadia is losing.
Contact Us
We have had some space come available on our Arcadia/Pluto Litter for Pet-Upgradable placements.
Please fill out our Puppy Application Form Here.
Answer this form truthfully and to the best of your abilities. This helps us partner with you in order to determine if a Shiloh Shepherd is the right breed for you and if one of our dogs are best suited for your home and lifestyle. Please refrain from sending a Wait-List deposit until after we have confirmed your place on our waitlist with you via email.
Please contact us at stormrunnershilohs@gmail.com if you have further questions.