How a Passion for Dogs and Conservation Sparked a Regenerative Farm in Florida

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At the heart of Shogun Farms lies a story that blends purpose, passion, and purpose-driven agriculture — born not just out of a desire to produce food, but out of a deep connection to animals and land stewardship.

For founders David and Pamela Fay, the journey began with the Dogo Argentino — a striking white breed originally developed in Argentina in the 1920s for big-game hunting, especially wild boar. When Dave hunted wild hogs and Pamela battled cancer, their lives intersected with this powerful canine breed in profound ways. Their first two Dogos quickly became more than hunting companions — they were family, guides, and catalysts for change.

In Florida, wild boars are more than a nuisance — with over a million feral pigs roaming the landscape, they damage crops, disrupt native ecosystems, and challenge landowners. Rather than simply seeing them as pests, the Fays envisioned a regenerative solution: trap these animals humanely and transform them into a sustainably raised food resource.

At Shogun Farms, the process honors the full lifecycle of the animals. Wild boars are brought to the farm, quarantined, and gradually transitioned to a nutrient-rich, organic diet of nuts, grasses, and locally grown produce. This extended process — sometimes taking six to nine months — results in meat that’s leaner, richer in flavor, and more natural than typical commercial pork.

But this story isn’t only about food. It’s deeply personal. One of their Dogos even helped detect Pamela’s cancer early on, strengthening her bond with the breed and inspiring their later work in Dogo Argentino rescue. Today, Pamela leads a Dogo Argentino Rescue that rehabilitates and rehomes dogs from the U.S. and Puerto Rico, bringing new life and purpose to both dogs and families.

Shogun Farms represents a unique fusion of conservation, agriculture, and animal companionship. Through creative thinking and respect for the natural world, David and Pamela have shown how challenges — whether ecological or personal — can be transformed into meaningful, regenerative solutions that nourish both land and community.