We are located in the historic Olde Towne section of Portsmouth, Virginia. We
share our home and hearts with our Shiloh Shepherds - Breeze, Midas & Odyssey
and our Alaskan Malamute - Alosia. Our dogs live indoors with us as members of
our family.
As trusted guardians and contributors to the future of these phenomenal giant
breeds, we take our roles seriously. We are dedicated to raising healthy,
well-socialized, balanced and happy dogs that are breed ambassadors and enjoy
a variety of activities that reflect the attributes that make them so special --
incredible intelligence, beautiful conformation, devotion, stable temperament,
size, and wonderful health.
We conduct and support health testing, and we believe in providing transparency
of results. We proudly display our Health & Pedigree information. With our hectic
work and school schedules, we have taken a break from raising litters in our
home for the last several years. We remain active in the Shiloh community and
have two wonderful Shiloh males available at stud to select females. We are
immensely proud of the puppies put forward and plan to resume breeding in the
future.
There's always something happening here at Xanadu,so we hope you'll stop
by often.
share our home and hearts with our Shiloh Shepherds - Breeze, Midas & Odyssey
and our Alaskan Malamute - Alosia. Our dogs live indoors with us as members of
our family.
As trusted guardians and contributors to the future of these phenomenal giant
breeds, we take our roles seriously. We are dedicated to raising healthy,
well-socialized, balanced and happy dogs that are breed ambassadors and enjoy
a variety of activities that reflect the attributes that make them so special --
incredible intelligence, beautiful conformation, devotion, stable temperament,
size, and wonderful health.
We conduct and support health testing, and we believe in providing transparency
of results. We proudly display our Health & Pedigree information. With our hectic
work and school schedules, we have taken a break from raising litters in our
home for the last several years. We remain active in the Shiloh community and
have two wonderful Shiloh males available at stud to select females. We are
immensely proud of the puppies put forward and plan to resume breeding in the
future.
There's always something happening here at Xanadu,so we hope you'll stop
by often.
The Shiloh Shepherd is a rare and unique dog -- a loyal, loving family
member, protector, guardian and friend. Shilohs are known for their
incredible intelligence, very large size (males above 28" and females no less
than 26" at the withers), wholesome beauty, and versatility.
There are many wonderful Shiloh breed ambassadors involved in search &
rescue, therapy work, agility, conformation showing, herding, obedience
and many more activities. With the combination of giant size coupled with
their uncanny intelligence -- foundation dogs include German Shepherd
Dogs, American Shepherds, White Shepherds and Giant Malamute -- they
require exercise, mental stimulation and a purpose in life.
There are many websites and articles written about the Shiloh Shepherd.
As with many new breeds, there can be conflicting viewpoints among those
who are passionate about their beloved dogs, but what no one can dispute
is the incredible nature of the Shiloh Shepherd and the blueprint for its
ideal.
Simply put, once you share your life with a Shiloh Shepherd, you will
understand why we cannot imagine our lives without them.
member, protector, guardian and friend. Shilohs are known for their
incredible intelligence, very large size (males above 28" and females no less
than 26" at the withers), wholesome beauty, and versatility.
There are many wonderful Shiloh breed ambassadors involved in search &
rescue, therapy work, agility, conformation showing, herding, obedience
and many more activities. With the combination of giant size coupled with
their uncanny intelligence -- foundation dogs include German Shepherd
Dogs, American Shepherds, White Shepherds and Giant Malamute -- they
require exercise, mental stimulation and a purpose in life.
There are many websites and articles written about the Shiloh Shepherd.
As with many new breeds, there can be conflicting viewpoints among those
who are passionate about their beloved dogs, but what no one can dispute
is the incredible nature of the Shiloh Shepherd and the blueprint for its
ideal.
Simply put, once you share your life with a Shiloh Shepherd, you will
understand why we cannot imagine our lives without them.
| our beautiful Breeze CHPtd Ocean State's Echo in a Breeze, OFA |
| Midas NS BIS BISS briCH CH Bay Breeze Touched by Gold, OFA, CGC, TDI, TT |
| Ozzy Breeze/Midas NS BIS CH biCH Xanadu's Dare-to-Dream Odyssey, OFA, CGC, TDI, TT |
| Alosia Alosia Morning Star of Xanadu, CGC |
After researching the breed for many years, we welcomed Alosia to Xanadu in
July of 2009.
The Malamute is a descendant of dogs of the Mahlemuts tribe of upper western
Alaska. These dogs had a prominent role with their human companions – they
worked, hunted and lived alongside their families, including babysitting the
children. For thousands of years, people of the Arctic used the Malamute to
pull the biggest loads over the farthest distances. Such a large and powerful
dog was needed for survival, as the Alaskan Malamute was the workhorse of
the Arctic capable of existing in below zero temperature and working in
extreme conditions. The Eskimo people practiced some of the best dog
breeding of any place on Earth. They knew that their dogs needed an ideal
coat, and perfect feet, body, temperament and structure to survive such a harsh
environment.
The Malamute traveled with Rear Admiral Richard Byrd to the South Pole and
transported miners and their supplies during the Gold Rush of 1896. They
served as search and rescue dogs in Greenland during World War II. The
Malamute is not a fast racing dog; instead, the breed was use for freighting,
pulling thousands of pounds of supplies. They are tireless in their work. For
this reason, a Malamute is a dog that needs exercise and a job. Otherwise, all
of that energy can turn destructive out of boredom.
We are honored to share our home with Alosia and look forward to spending
many active, healthy years with her. More information on Alosia can be found
on her page.
Please responsibly research this breed and its original purpose before
choosing to adopt.
July of 2009.
The Malamute is a descendant of dogs of the Mahlemuts tribe of upper western
Alaska. These dogs had a prominent role with their human companions – they
worked, hunted and lived alongside their families, including babysitting the
children. For thousands of years, people of the Arctic used the Malamute to
pull the biggest loads over the farthest distances. Such a large and powerful
dog was needed for survival, as the Alaskan Malamute was the workhorse of
the Arctic capable of existing in below zero temperature and working in
extreme conditions. The Eskimo people practiced some of the best dog
breeding of any place on Earth. They knew that their dogs needed an ideal
coat, and perfect feet, body, temperament and structure to survive such a harsh
environment.
The Malamute traveled with Rear Admiral Richard Byrd to the South Pole and
transported miners and their supplies during the Gold Rush of 1896. They
served as search and rescue dogs in Greenland during World War II. The
Malamute is not a fast racing dog; instead, the breed was use for freighting,
pulling thousands of pounds of supplies. They are tireless in their work. For
this reason, a Malamute is a dog that needs exercise and a job. Otherwise, all
of that energy can turn destructive out of boredom.
We are honored to share our home with Alosia and look forward to spending
many active, healthy years with her. More information on Alosia can be found
on her page.
Please responsibly research this breed and its original purpose before
choosing to adopt.
| Terri & Kelsey Hayden 757-398-2761 |
In Xanadu did Kubla Khan
A stately pleasure-dome decree:
Where Alph, the sacred river, ran
Through caverns measureless to man
Down to a sunless sea.
For he on honey-dew hath fed,
And drunk the milk of Paradise.
an excerpt from"Kubla Khan; or,
"A Vision in a Dream: A Fragment"
by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
A stately pleasure-dome decree:
Where Alph, the sacred river, ran
Through caverns measureless to man
Down to a sunless sea.
For he on honey-dew hath fed,
And drunk the milk of Paradise.
an excerpt from"Kubla Khan; or,
"A Vision in a Dream: A Fragment"
by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Site Revised 05.19.2012
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| Director, ISSDC |
| "Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole." ~Roger Caras |
| Shiloh Shepherds |
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| Our Alaskan Malamute |
| Photo Gallery & Contact Information |
| 2012 Xanadu Calendar is Available Our 2012 Xanadu calendar featuring our Shiloh Shepherds Breeze, Midas, Ozzy and Alaskan Malamute Alosia is now available. Visit Cafe Press to order and view more Xanadu themed items. |
| Carting! Well here at Xanadu we are on a roll, so to speak, and are finally starting carting lessons with the dogs! UPDATE - ALOSIA GRADUATES Click Here or Click on Alosia's Picture to find more pictures and information! |
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Flowers from my other hobby -
gardening.
gardening.
We are pleased to announce the birth of beautiful Miss Pink on May 14, 2012. The sire is our Midas, and her dam is Ocean State Shilohs' Shania. Welcome to the world little one. |