Snowball - Adopted!

Snowball is an 18-month old, male Akita that is looking for his new home.

He walks well on lead and will stay by your side after you’ve started your walk with him. He does get very excited at the beginning of walks and when it’s meal time, but eventually settles down after the initial excitement. He knows the commands, “sit”, “down”, “shake” and “high five” and is house and crate trained.

He loves playing with balls and toys, car rides and getting lots of attention from you.

Snowball appears to have been severely under-socialized when he was younger, so he has been learning a lot about new things and people in his world and how he doesn’t need to be afraid of them. 

Once he has had sufficient time to get acquainted with you, he will roll on his back to get tummy rubs or lean into you for butt rubs!

(By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA and its representatives from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

COURTESY LISTINGS:

Please note, courtesy listings are to help assist direct placements of rescues that are currently with other rescue groups, shelters or their current owners. TARA has no affiliation with the placement of these dogs, nor do we have any knowledge of or guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed.
 

Akio

Meet Akio!

This handsome boy is approximately 1.5-years old and weighs about 70 pounds (some of that is fluff!).

He is working on his leash manners and will need to continue that process in his new home. He’s a total juvenile who will work for treats and has a great approach to life.

No cats for this handsome Akita/Husky Mix. These type of dogs require lots and lots of exercise. An active home with previous experience with Akitas and/or Huskies is best suited for this boy.

Interested in meeting Akio?

Please fill out an application at the Rocket Dog Rescue website (https://www.rocketdogrescue.org/adopt/adoption-application/?d=Akio) and a volunteer will contact you. Thanks!

(This listing is to help assist direct placements of rescues that are currently with other rescue groups, shelters or their current owners. TARA has no affiliation with the placement of these dogs, nor do we have any knowledge of or guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Nora - Adopted!

Nora is a sweet girl who likes to lean on you and gaze lovingly into your eyes.

She gives good kisses and wants a home where she can feel safe. She has been working with our trainers on her leash manners as sometimes if she gets too excited or anxious and she will forget herself and pull.

Her progress has been astounding and for a girl who a couple weeks ago was too worked up to be within 50 feet of another dog, she is now relaxing and lying down at 8-10 feet from calm dogs and paying attention to her human. Cream cheese is her FAVORITE and makes her forget all her worries.

If you are looking for a cozy companion with soft fur and a swooshy tail to spend your days and nights with, Nora is your girl!

*Nora's adoption fee has been paid for by a Guardian Angel*

For more information about Nora or to visit her, please contact:

     Santa Maria Valley Humane Society

     1687 West Stowell Road

     Santa Maria, CA  93458

     805-349-3435

     sscott@smvhs.org

     Adoption Center Hours:  Wednesday to Sunday, 11am to 6pm

(This listing is to help assist direct placements of rescues that are currently with other rescue groups, shelters or their current owners. TARA has no affiliation with the placement of these dogs, nor do we have any knowledge of or guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Tilden

Tilden is a charming and sweet, 5-year old Akita that was found wandering loose in Tilden Park in Berkeley.

Tilden’s Animal ID is A044300

If you know where Tilden's home is or would like to give her a new home, please contact:

     Berkeley Animal Care Services (BACS)

     1 Bolivar Drive

     Berkeley, CA 94710

     510-981-6600

     Shelter Hours: 

     Monday – Saturday, 10am to 4pm

     Wednesday, 10am to 7pm

     Sunday, 11am to 3 pm

(This listing is to help assist direct placements of rescues that are currently with other rescue groups, shelters or their current owners. TARA has no affiliation with the placement of these dogs, nor do we have any knowledge of or guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Nella

Nella is a 9-year old, female, white Akita. She was surrendered to the shelter because her owner had to go to a group assistance home and they will not allow her bring Nella with her.

Nella’s owner was disabled for a long time, so she is used to people in wheelchairs. She is mellow, but does not always do well with cats and other dogs.

Nella’s Animal ID number at the shelter is A562164

For more information about Nella or to meet her, please contact:

     City of Sacramento Front Street Animal Shelter

     2127 Front Street

     Sacramento, CA  95818

     916-808-7387

     916-808-8386 fax

          acustomerservice@cityofsacramento.org

     www.FrontStreetShelter.org

     Shelter Hours:  Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm

(This listing is to help assist direct placements of rescues that are currently with other rescue groups, shelters or their current owners. TARA has no affiliation with the placement of these dogs, nor do we have any knowledge of or guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Wendy

Wendy is looking for a new home! 

She is a 10-year old, spayed Akita and up to date on her vaccinations.

She is very sweet, affectionate and easy going. She does well with meeting new people as well as other dogs.

For more information about Wendy or to meet her, please contact:

     Yolo County Animals Services

     140C Tony Diaz Drive

     Woodland, CA  95776

     530-668-5287

     ycasshelterrescue@gmail.com

Shelter Hours:

Monday 1pm - 5pm

Tuesday to Friday 10am - 1pm, 2pm - 6pm

Saturday 10am - 1pm, 2pm - 4pm

(This listing is to help assist direct placements of rescues that are currently with other rescue groups, shelters or their current owners. TARA has no affiliation with the placement of these dogs, nor do we have any knowledge of or guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Shohei & Akoya

Shohei has proven to be a typical Akita as he’s been nothing short of resilient, in overcoming his past.

He and his sister were locked in a garage in an abandoned red tagged home. For how many days or weeks they’d been there no one knows. They were bony, gaunt and in terrible shape and had literally been wasting away.  Shohei's sister was adopted from the shelter, and we took Shohei in to rehab him and get him back to the picture of health.

Fast forward to today and Shohei is the class clown and relishes his own humor!

He’s playful, very confident in himself and seems fearless. He’s still a youngster though at approx 1.5 to 2 years old, so he will go through another phase of maturity and self awareness. He knows his basic commands, such as sit, shake and down and walks fairly well on leash if he’s the lead dog. Otherwise he has a dominant streak where he wants to be first.

Shohei is playful and has energy to burn by zooming around the yard in the morning before a long walk. He’s affectionate and loyal to his person and will happily lay at your feet when it’s time for a lazy afternoon nap. He is also a happy Akita with a smile that will melt your heart. 

He can be somewhat demanding and pushy for attention if he has to share the spotlight with another dog. So if he’s to be paired with a female, she should be of equal size and stature. 

Which brings us to Akoya, Shohei's best bud!  See more below.....

Akoya is Shohei’s best friend. She’s a red and white Akita who has been fostered with Shohei and they are quite the pair. She was found in Lake Merrit and we think someone dumped her there and drove away. She was covered in mud up to her elbows until a good samaritan found her and took her in, then contacted us.

They get along well, even though they are a few years apart. Akoya is approximately 5 to 6 years old and is a quiet, sensitive girl with a gentle demeanor. She doesn’t mind when he noses her out of the way to be the first to get pets and in her ladylike fashion, she allows him to be the boss.  This results in the perfect balance between them.

We would love for them to be adopted together. Akoya is affectionate and soft tempered. Shohei seems to encourage her outgoing nature, as she tries to keep up with him, racing alongside him in the yard. They are two peas in a pod and a wonderfully matched set.  She does like her down time and her favorite thing is basking in the sun on a spring day.

And if you forget when it’s time for her walk, don’t be surprised when you find Akoya trotting to the door carrying her leash in her mouth!

She can be treat motivated if you have the special goodies and she’ll bark and wooo at you if you’re not speedy in doling out the treats!

These two can be adopted separately, but who wouldn’t love to add this fun loving pair to your family?! 

They would be best in a home without cats and small dogs.

If you’re interested in adopting Shohei and/or Akoya, please complete our adoption application found on our website:

 https://www.namasteakitarescue.com/how-do-i-adopt

If you have any questions, please email us at:  info@namasteakitarescue.com

(This listing is to help assist direct placements of rescues that are currently with other rescue groups, shelters or their current owners. TARA has no affiliation with the placement of these dogs, nor do we have any knowledge of or guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Rikki

Rikki is an XL Akita with a larger than life personality! He loves belly rubs and lots of play time! His personality is boisterous, playful and energetic, sprinkled with affection and love.

Rikki will need structure in his home, paired with ample exercise, play time, long walks and a dedicated training routine.

He will require someone who is strong and active and can guide him with leadership and consistency. An Akita savvy home is a prerequisite to adopt Rikki.

Rikki knows some basic commands, but pulls hard on leash. We are working on his leash manners. He was quite shy and unsure of his surroundings when he arrived. He has made great progress during our weekly pack walks and outings to local outdoor malls and shopping areas.

His new guardian will need to continue acclimating him and socializing him to new situations and people, as he continues to learn about the world around him. So far he is proving he is ready, willing and able to achieve greater success

Rikki does not appreciate cats or small dogs, and should be the only dog in the household. We estimate his age to be between 3 to 5 years old.

Please note, an approved adoption application is required, before a meeting can be arranged between a prospective adopter and our dogs.

If you're interested in Rikki you can find our application on the link below in addition to details about our adoption process

o how-do-i-adopt

If you have any questions, please email us at: info@namasteakitarescue.com

(This listing is to help assist direct placements of rescues that are currently with other rescue groups, shelters or their current owners. TARA has no affiliation with the placement of these dogs, nor do we have any knowledge of or guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Makita

Makita was originally adopted by her current owners from a shelter in Northern California. She had been living a wonderful life with her best friend, another resident female in the home. Unfortunately, in recent years Makita has become aggressive with her and they can no longer be together in the same home. Sadly, this has resulted in serious altercations. Her current owners are heartbroken to have to re-home her but they want only the best for her. They want to be sure she goes to a great, but appropriate home where she will be the only dog. Please read more about Makita, as told by her owners.
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Makita is a gorgeous treasure of a dog! She is a healthy, 5-year old, female Akita with a thousand positive attributes. Makita is gentle with people, loves and gives affection, is loyal, clean, mellow, only barks when necessary, likes toys and play, is funny, gentle with food, well trained and easy on a leash. She is also a happy traveler in the car. “Kita” is super intelligent, wants to please and has gone through obedience training. 

Makita is spayed, micro chipped, up to date on vaccines, housebroken and on heartworm and flea prevention. She likes being with her family but can successfully be left in the house or backyard for a reasonable span of time. She thrives on daily walks on a leash. 
 

Makita will be a gift to anyone who is lucky enough to have her. Her perfect new person or family would be able to provide her with a stable and forever home as the ONLY dog/animal. She has always been friendly with children when we are walking her on leash or if friends bring their children to visit. She would be happiest in a living environment with a backyard where her family members are around to give her the attention she deserves. Makita presently resides in Orland, Northern California.

For more information about Makita or if you are able to give her a new home, please download and complete an adoption application at www.tikihutakitarescue.com/adopting.cfm and email it to:  info@tikihutakitarescue.com

(This listing is to help assist direct placements of rescues that are currently with other rescue groups, shelters or their current owners. TARA has no affiliation with the placement of these dogs, nor do we have any knowledge of or guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. By using this listing, the adopting party releases TARA from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed