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 nor guarantee their temperament, training, socialization or health condition. 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.

Simon

Hi! My name is Simon. 

The shelter thinks I am around 3 years old.

I am a medium to high energy Akita mix with gorgeous markings and a great voice! I LOVE playing with balls in the play yard. As a matter of fact, you don’t even need to toss the ball to me, I will just grab it, toss it in the air and entertain myself! 

You can see me in action here: https://youtube.com/shorts/pm2IkJ4sYIU

The volunteers are very confident that I am housebroken. I am kind of a big puppy, but with some manners. I know how to “sit” and walk well on leash.   

I am required to be the only dog based on my initial assessment. I am also recommended to be in a home with high school-aged kids or older. I would be an ideal dog for a family with older kids and someone with space for me to romp around!  And don’t forget that I am house trained and have lovely manners. I am also super handsome and love giving doggie hugs and getting affection!

For more information or to visit me, please contact:
Carson Animal Care Center — Los Angeles

216 W Victoria Street

Gardena, CA  90248

310-523-9566

www.animalcare.lacounty.gov

Shelter Hours: 

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday -  2pm to 5pm

Wednesday - 2pm to 7pm

(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)

Pearl

At the Placer SPCA in Roseville, California, we have a 5-year old, white female Akita up for adoption. Her name is Pearl and she is very sweet and loves to play. She was surrendered to us when her family had to move into an apartment and she did not meet the weight requirement. 
 

We think she would do best in an Akita-experienced home where she can be the only dog as she has not been friendly with the dogs she has met, though she was in a home with another Akita when she was younger as well as a small dog. She also does not like her feet touched and has some resource guarding with treats. She has great manners and is easy to walk. 

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

Placer SPCA

200 Tahoe Avenue

Roseville, CA. 95678

916-872-6169

(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)

Luna

Luna AO55296 – Spayed female Akita,  approximately 7-years old, 67 pounds

Abandoned by her owner.

Luna is very affectionate with everyone she meets and is a volunteer favorite!

She has nice leash manners and is attentive as she enjoys exploratory walks.

Luna may be housebroken since she keeps her kennel clean. She is quiet in her kennel even though most dogs are barking.

Luna likes other dogs and tested well with  males and females, large and small.

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

Calaveras County Animal Services

901 Jeff Tuttle Drive

San Andreas, CA. 95249

209-754-6509

(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) 

Scout — Adopted!

Scout (name given to her by her finders) is a nice, female Akita that was found as a lost stray in Moreno Valley, California. She weighs about 80-pounds, has brindle markings and has white fur on her chest and paws. She appears to be house trained, does not have any obedience training, but likes to give you her paw and her finders have been trying to teach her some basic obedience commands. She is a really good, energetic girl that likes to go on walks.

She is a bit wary of strangers, but has let some of them pet her when they let her smell them first. She has not met any cats, but Scout has behaved well around dogs or ignored them. She does bark if she sees strangers or hears strange noises around the house.

Scout has been taken to their vet who said that she looks healthy, but has no microchip for finding her owners. When she was found, she had a wound on her muzzle, but the vet says that it will heal and looks good. When she was taken to the vet, Scout also received her rabies, DHPP and bordetella vaccinations and a dewormer.

Her finders have tried to find her family, but have had no luck. They would love to keep her, but their family already has four dogs. If you recognize Scout and know where her family is or if you are able to provide a new home for Scout, please send email to info@tikihutakitarescue.com for more information.

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Frida — URGENT!!!

HELP! EUTH LISTED FOR EOD 10/31/22 - 4 YR OLD, SPAYED, CHOW/AKITA GIRL IS AT RISK OF BEING KILLED FOR SPACE. WHO CAN HELP?

Frida - ID #A5444286

Lancaster Shelter 
Lancaster, Southern California 

Frida is on the euthanization list today. Please help us find a good home, foster and or rescue ASAP for this beautiful, smaller young lady listed as a 4-year old Akita who may also have some Chow in her (her tongue is partially black). 

She was brought to the Lancaster shelter after her owner said they could no longer care for her. Initially, she was scared but has since warmed up to people in several videos we have and can share. 

Frida has a luxurious coat and long, curly akita like tail. She can be pet all over and is said to be okay with calm dogs. We are begging the shelter not to euthanize her and give us more time but it is unclear if they will. She was said to be Rescue only due to being scared, so we are not sure if she can be adopted directly from the shelter or must be rescued.

https://www.facebook.com/debbie.alder.14/posts/pfbid0uzS2n1XrwdYZDtTaYZMuWVNGe7GcReUYaknT9oAVLD8kkBUTn265FTW7nEn9khLCl 
Videos and more pics here!

This is her listing link: http://petharbor.com/pet.asp?uaid=LACO3.A5444286

Be sure to contact robinmorgan@cox.net or Southern California Chow Chow Rescue network if you can help or possibly foster, so we can try to pair you with a willing rescue before she is killed. We will be posting videos on facebook under ID A5444286

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Chester — URGENT!!!

Chester is a handsome, one-year old, black and white Akita that is looking for a new home!

Please contact Antioch Animal Services for more information about Chester or to schedule a visit to meet with him.

Antioch Animal Services

300 L Street (corner of 2nd and L Street) 
Antioch, CA  94509 
925-779-6989 
antiochanimalservices@gmail.com

Shelter Hours:

Monday       Closed 
Tuesday      10am to 5pm 
Wednesday 10am to 5pm 
Thursday     10am to 5pm 
Friday          10am to 5pm 
Sunday        Closed

By appointment only

(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 and its representatives from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Leonardo DiChowio — URGENT!!!

Leonardo DiChowio is a 10-year old Chow Chow Akita Mix that arrived as a stray on 08/24/2022 after being found roaming around the Seaweed Farms near Long Beach Blvd. Leonardo arrived very emaciated with mild lameness in his hind legs, a mass on his right leg and minor vision impairment.  
 

Hi! 
My Name Is Leonardo DiChowio 
Pet ID: #A682437  
Intake Date: 08/24/2022  
Gender: Male Age: 10 Years Old  
Breed: Chow Chow Akita Mix  
Found at: 200 Block, E. 69th Street, Long Beach, CA 90805 

If you are interested in adopting a new friend into your home or helping a homeless pet by allowing it to crash at your place as a foster, please visit the shelter Wednesday through Sunday from 11AM to 3PM. No appointments are required and you can walk right in just as you could pre-pandemic. 

You can also contact us at 562-570-3080 or AnimalRescue@longbeach.gov 

Location: Long Beach Animal Care Services  
Address: 7700 East Spring Street Long Beach, CA 90815  
AnimalRescue@longbeach.gov  
562-570-3080

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ToraTora is a stunning, one-year old Japanese Akita imported from Argentina. He is located in Northern, California. Please have prior Akita experience to be considered. He is a striking red brindle, weighing 65 pounds. He’s young and playful and has some basic training under his belt, but is still learning.

Like all young Akitas, Tora will require consistency, ongoing training and plenty of socialization to become a well-rounded adult Akita. An experienced Akita home is required in order to give Tora the best chance at becoming a great ambassador for the breed.

He is a typical Akita in that he loves to be with his person and give affection; however, he is also very independent. 

Tora will not be suitable in a home with children, small dogs or cats. He would be best as the only dog in the home due to some resource guarding with food around other dogs. 

Tora has some mild separation anxiety so would excel in a home where someone is home or where he can see the world with you! Tora would love to have a backyard of his own and a doggie door so he can explore.

He would blossom with an active family that loves the outdoors, hiking and going on adventures. He even knows how to paddleboard! He also enjoys settling at your feet while you’re on the computer or watching TV.

Tora is not a Namaste Akita Rescue orphan, however we are assisting the owner with the application process. Tora is being placed directly by his current owner.

If you are interested in adopting Tora, please complete the adoption application at this page (https://www.namasteakitarescue.com/files/785363/nara-adoption-application-2019-rev.docx_) 
and email it to info@namasteakitarescue.com

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Flax - Adopted!

Please help us find a foster or adopter for our shelter furriend Flax @dekalbanimals!

He’s 1-year old and is the sweetest baby ever and he’s a gentle pure spirit and very stressed in the shelter which is very loud and overcrowded (so he’s at risk). Let’s find this teddy bear doggo a foster or furever home! 

Flax has a fan club at the shelter (@dekalbanimals) who have offered to sponsor his adoption fees ($85) and to get him a welded crate when he goes home with a foster or adopter. 

We also made a reel of him here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CgsJciIpyXL/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

For more information or to visit Flax, please visit DeKalb County Animal Enforcement at: https://dekalbanimalservices.com/adopt/ 

If you can’t foster or adopt him, please share this widely with compassionate and loving people. Thanks so much! 
 

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Ruff

Ruff is an all around great guy looking for someone to treasure him — He's a jewel, a sweetheart, a darling boy with a heart of gold who'll make even the happiest days even better. He's adorable, fun and loves everyone he meets. He's got that soul-mate connection with those around him. He already knows fun cues like sit, stay and lay down. While here with us, Ruff was introduced to another dog and has a playful play style.

You can view a video of Ruff here:  https://youtube.com/shorts/Y0SbaWd5WDo?feature=share

He is a neutered, male Akita and German Shepherd Mix that the shelter staff thinks is about a year and seven months old. Ruff weighs approximately 57 pounds.

He loves other dogs, walks nicely on a leash, has a very calm kennel presence. All-around really great guy and super affectionate. We’d love for you to meet him!

Ruff’s Animal ID is:  A411087

For more information about Ruff or to meet him, please contact:

Sonoma County Animal Services

1247 Century Court

Santa Rose, CA. 95403

707-565-7100

theanimalshelter@sonomacounty.org

Shelter Hours:

Monday - dispatch hours 8am to 5:30pm

Tuesday to Saturday - phones 9am to 5:30pm

Sunday - closed

Spring into Summer Adoption Special:

All adoptable shelter animals are available for the special discounted rate of $25 (licensing and other fees still apply) through June 21st. (Special adoption rates are for adoptions through Sonoma County Animal Services only - Offsite adoptions through partners such as Western Farm Center do not include the special adoption rate).

(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 and its representatives from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Pauly "Woo Woo"

Pauly Woo Woo is a handsome 3-year old, black & tan Akita that is looking for his new home.

He weighs about 86 pounds and he got his name from the adorable “woo woo” sound he makes.

You can view a video of Pauly at: https://youtube.com/shorts/KXTPo-giURQ?feature=share

Pauly’s Animal ID Number is:  A812012

For more information about Pauly or to meet him, please contact the Bradshaw Animal Shelter at:

Bradshaw Animal Shelter 
Sacramento County Animal Care and Regulation 
3839 Bradshaw Road 
Sacramento, CA. 95827 
916-368-7387 
saccountyshelter.net

Shelter Hours:

Closed Mondays and Holidays 
Tuesday 12pm to 5pm 
Wednesday 1pm to 6pm 
Thursday to Sunday 12pm to 5pm

(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 and its representatives from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)

Hyde and Maura

Sweet Bonded Sibling Akitas Need New Home

Hyde and Maura are gorgeous Akitas, brother and sister, who were recently rescued from a neglectful situation after Maura was found wandering the streets. Luckily, some kind people stepped in and rescued and reunited them both. They are approximately 8 years old and still have plenty of energy and love to take walks. 

The siblings are bonded and we would prefer not to separate them. They want to sleep and cuddle together and it’s heartwarming to see how much they love and depend on each other. 

They love to ride in a car; they are house trained; and they walk well on the leash. It is clear that no one has cared for them in a very long time, yet they are friendly and sweet. 

They are currently being boarded at a vet and have not shown any sign of aggression either with humans or dogs. They are now up-to-date on their shots, chipped, spayed/neutered and the vet has treated their minor issues due to the neglect. Maura weighs approximately 75 pounds and Hyde is approximately 95 pounds.

Hyde and Maura really deserve a second shot at life in a home together. They are so sweet, smart and loving and are so excited to be back together. 

If you think you have a home that has room for two larger dogs and can give them the love and attention they need, please contact The Labelle Foundation at:

The Labelle Foundation 
Call/text 310-433-6247 
@thelabellefoundation 
https://labellefoundation.org

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Stark

Stark was recently surrendered to us by a loving family. He's hoping to find a new loving family that's familiar with Akitas. 

For an American Akita, Stark is on the small side weighing in at about 97 pounds. In his previous home, Stark lived with a small dog (Shiba Inu) and two middle-school-aged kids. 

He's a typical Akita: Playful, loving and loyal with the people in his household — less so with strangers, especially when they visit his property. Luckily, his previous home used positive reinforcement training, so Stark starts to like houseguests within a day or two. To be fair, that's what his ancestors were bred for.

If you're not familiar with American Akita's we strongly recommend doing some research before coming to meet Stark. If you have other dogs in your home, we'd also appreciate you bringing them to meet him prior to adoption. Stark would do best in a home with kids 13 and older.

For more information about Stark or if you would like to meet him, please contact:

Marine Humane Society 
171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd. 
Novato, CA 
415-506-6225 
www.marinhumane.org

Stark's Animal ID is:  271226

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Grizzly

Grizzly is a year old, Shepherd / Terrier Mix that was turned in to the shelter as a stray.

He weighs 61 pounds and has been vaccinated.

Grizzly’s Pet ID# is 213713

For more information about Grizzly or to meet him, please contact:

Apple Valley Animal Services

22131 Powhattan Road

Apple Valley, CA  92307

760-240-7000 extension 7519

Attn:

Rescue Coordinator  avasrescues@applevalley.org

Apple Valley Director  gwhiteside@applevalley.org

760-240-7555

Grizzly's pet listing on Adopt a Pet is at:

https://adoptapet.com/pet/34144977-Apple%20Valley-CA?fromShelter=1&fbclid=IwAR26oZbV9w8hVXiIFyW4suiLcLqoxNPlwf94IHUP9MSRTiMUA65cZ6h6jNA

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Duchess

Duchess, ID # D21-096, was found and brought to the shelter on 9/26/2021and she is looking for a new loving home. 

Duchess is a friendly, quiet, playful, affectionate, smart, spayed and micro-chipped female Akita Mix and she is a little over a year old. 

She is black and white, sweet-tempered and she has been seen by our veterinarian to assess the injuries she had when she came to us. It appears she had a broken leg at some point but evidently didn't get care for it and it healed incorrectly, leaving her with a strange walking and running gait. Our vet assures us that it is healed and that Duchess isn't in pain from it. 

Now that she's feeling better, she is a happy girl, enjoying the play yard when it's her turn to be out there, running around. Duchess would do best in a home with calm, patient adults and young children should be avoided. 

Since she's already spayed and chipped, her fee is only $30 for our special adoption rate. 

If you'd like to meet Duchess, please call the Escalon Animal Shelter at 209-838-9908 or send email to escalonshelter@yahoo.com to make an appointment to meet her.

Escalon Animal Shelter 
25100 E. River Road 
Escalon, CA. 95320 
209-838-9908 
escalonshelter@yahoo.com

Business Hours:  
Monday to Friday, 9AM to 1PM 
Saturday and Sunday, 8AM to 12PM

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Chocolate Bear - Adopted!

Chocolate Bear is a mixed Akita that was originally found at North Natomas Heritage Park gated community, at Rockaway Lane and Ingleton Lane.

We think he is about 5 years old and is not neutered. He had no collar and could not find a microchip. He is pretty scruffy and might have been out on the street for awhile.

He is a sweet dog and would love to see him adopted or at least in a foster home.

He stayed with the nice people that found him for two nights and then was taken to:

City of Sacramento Animal Care Services

2127 Front Street, Sacramento, CA  95818

916-808-7387

His Animal ID # is: A631484 and he is located in Kennel 116

Please contact the shelter as soon as possible if you would like to give him a new home.

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Hiro

Hiro appears to be an Akita and German Shepherd Mix and he is absolutely wonderful! We are not sure of his breed for sure, but he is a big fluffy sweet boy! He appears to get along with other dogs and is a talker and loves people. He has been with us since July 4th. 
 

Hiro is available for general adoption and we advise any potential adopters to consult with their veterinarians to determine what type of treatment they will need to do prior to committing to adopting (Hiro has tested as high antigen heartworm positive).

For more information about Hiro, please contact:

Northwest SPCA

2787 South Fifth Avenue

Oroville, CA  95965

530-533-7636

530-533-7684 Fax

contact@northwestspca.org

https://northwestspca.org

Hours:

Monday 9am to 7pm

Tuesday to Friday 9am to 4pm

Closed daily for lunch from 12pm to 1pm

(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 and its representatives from any and all liability arising out of or in any way connected with the adoption of the pet listed)