Is a Shiloh Shepherd accepted at show forums like ARBA, Rarities, and IABCA and performance forums like APDT, AMBOR, USAA, and AHBA?
It depends. Purebred Shiloh Shepherds (both parents are registered as Shiloh Shepherds) are accepted as a Rare Breed and are, therefore, eligible to compete in shows and other events sponsored by recognized rare breed venues. Each show organization has its own definition of Shiloh Shepherd. Some organizations like ARBA allow progeny from two registered Shilohs but do not allow first and second generation outcross puppies to show as Shilohs. Some organizations like Rarities will accept Shilohs and Shiloh outcrosses but annotate the latter as outcrosses on the paperwork. Performance forums to date have allowed both outcrosses and full Shilohs to compete. Shilohs can also compete in AKC and UKC Fun Matches and other breed club events open to rare breeds.
