Showboat Kennels

Showboat Kennels, run by Deborah Howington in Thomaston, Georgia, breeds Shiba Inu, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka, poodle, Coton de Tulear, and papillon — a range of companion and show breeds roughly an hour south of Atlanta.

The kennel holds AKC Breeder of Merit status and maintains lines with generations of health-tested AKC champions, including Grand Champion and Champion titled adults in both the Shiba Inu and poodle programs. Breed-improvement is a clear priority: the kennel's own stated view is that breeding should only be done to better the breed.

Dogs from Showboat Kennels have also appeared in commercials, films, and print advertising, reflecting the trainability and presentation quality the program aims for. The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka in particular represents a notable specialty — this rare breed gained full AKC Toy Group recognition effective January 1, 2026, and Showboat Kennels is among a small number of breeders in Georgia working with the breed. Families searching for Shiba Inu puppies in Georgia or a rare companion breed from an AKC-recognized program will find a long-standing, show-focused kennel here.

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Species	Dog Coton de Tulear Papillon Poodle (Standard) Shiba Inu Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
Website	www.showboatkennels.com
Owner	Deborah Howington
Location	Thomaston, GA, 30286, US