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.
 

Hoku

Meet Hoku! Our newest orphan comes from the Southern Central Valley, approximately 3-1/2 hours south of us.
 
He was found stray on the street. His microchip steered Animal Control back to his original owner, who stated he had given him away. Sadly, that person didn’t want him either. Well, we wanted him. And after being with us only a short time, we can’t imagine how anyone could abandon this incredibly wonderful boy! 
 
Hoku is Hawaiian for Star. And he is truly a bright shining star! He loves to be on the receiving end of affection and touch, but also is eager to shower you with love in return. He is a hugger, a leaner and a snuggler. And an all around goofy love bug!
 
Hoku is approximately 3.5 years old. He’s in the prime of his life and deserves to enjoy all the finer things in life. He is in a foster home with a social, well-balanced female Akita and could be appropriate with a similar tempered female dog in his future home.
 
Check back for updates on our rising star!

Interested in adopting Hoku?

Click on the link below for our adoption application and information about our adoption process.

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

**Please note, our adoption process requires an application, phone interview and home visit before a meeting with a dog can be Contact us for more information: info@namasteakitarescue.com

For more information, please send email to: 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)

Blaine — Adopted!

Blaine is a handsome, 3-year old, Akita that is looking for a new home because his owner needs to relocate back home to care for elderly parents and unfortunately, where Mom and Dad live, large pets like Blaine are not allowed.

Blaine is a very friendly and social Akita gets along with just about everyone. He gets along with children well, but he might play too rough with them if they are overly reactive (i.e. running away from Blaine might cause him to chase after them).

Blaine generally behaves well with other dogs, but may get snappy if provoked by another large dog. He plays very well with other dogs of his size (I've noticed that he plays particularly well with huskies, but gets along with most dogs generally unless they bark/threaten him). He is generally friendly with cats and other small animals, but his size can be intimidating for smaller animals. I don't think he is fully aware of his size, but at most, he sniffs their hind sides.

He's a very energetic and playful dog. When it comes to play, he's not aggressive (doesn't destroy toys, only mouths them at most). He responds very well to treats and listens to all my commands. He was born with hip dysplasia, but this was corrected through FHO surgery when he was 1 year old. He has made a full recovery since.

Additionally, he really likes to play with shoes and flip flops at home (he doesn't destroy them, he just likes to pick them up with his mouth and then drop them somewhere else). He's still very much a puppy, and so can get overstimulated (he mouths at my feet/hands or tries to jump, but we've been working on this in his training class) when he sees me when I come home from work.

Blaine’s owner has asked that adopters interested in Blaine submit an adoption application for consideration.

For more information about Blaine or if you can give him a new home, please complete an adoption application (found at tikihutakitarescue.com/adopting) and email your application 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)

Sam — Adopted!

Sam is an all white, 2-year old, male Akita that is looking for his new home. His family had to move back home to take care of their parents and unfortunately, Sam could not join them because the town they moved back to does not allow large dogs.

Sam is healthy, neutered, up to date on vaccinations, crate trained, very intelligent and learns very quickly.

He and his temporary guardian have been working with a trainer for the past three months, practicing every day and you can see how well he is doing in the video!

He has been working on his doggie manners and is doing good with sit, down, shake, come, catch ball and is working on his heeling while walking.

Sam’s new family will need to continue work on his training and socialization with people and other animals. Sam can be very selective with the people he likes, is wary of strangers and has not had a lot of interactions with children. Sam and his new family will need to be capable and diligent about continuing his training and socialization to ensure that he becomes a well-balanced Akita.

Sam has been with other dogs during his training, but he may not get along with all dogs that he may encounter. It is important that his new family continues to work with giving Sam lots of positive exposure to many different people, animals and situations so that he can develop the confidence to be in different environments and experiences. 

Sam’s guardian has asked that adopters interested in Sam complete and submit an adoption application for consideration.

For more information about Sam or if you can give him a new home, please complete an adoption application (found at tikihutakitarescue.com/adopting) and email your application 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)

Yankee and Dodger

Yankee and Dodger are 7-year old German Shepherd/Akita Mix sisters that are looking for a new home because their owner is now working long hours away from home and unable to care for them all the time.

They both weigh around 55 pounds, are healthy, house trained and their vaccinations are up to date.

They love people, but do not get along with other dogs, cats or other small animals. If they will be left unattended in a yard for a significant amount of time, they will require a securely fenced area as they can be escape artists if left alone too long.

For more information or if you are able to give them a new home, please complete an adoption application (found at tikihutakitarescue.com/adopting) and email your application to Yankee and Dodger's owner at jdboys16@gmail.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)