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Akita puppies and dogs in San Diego, California

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These Akitas are available in San Diego, California.
We'll also keep you updated on Nala's adoption status with email updates.
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Nala

Akita

Female, Puppy
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Nala is a purebred akita. She has been rehomed now 4 times now so i’m trying to find her a forever home. She’s very sweet and has tons of energy. Would prefer her to move into a home with a backyard, but has been an apartment dog so if needed. She may do better either being an only dog or in a home with a younger dog than her. She comes with a crate, her bowl, some toys, and her leash.
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Ellie Belly--The Cuddle Bug

Akita

Female, Young
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ellie is an amazing dog. She is kind with people and the sweetest cuddle bug. She is a good listener and really could thrive in the right environment. She does not get along well with new dogs and should be the only dog in a household. She really would do well in the right home environment with an experienced dog trainer/person who knows the female Akita breed and can take time to make her feel loved and safe. She will always have your back and once she knows you then you are part of her family.
We'll also keep you updated on Akira's adoption status with email updates.
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Akira

Akita

Female, Adult
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
She is currently 4 years old turning 5 in April. She’s very loving. Loves belly rubs and cuddles. Great with kids and loves attention. Loves to go on walks.
We'll also keep you updated on Dorian's adoption status with email updates.
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Dorian

Akita American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Dorian is looking for his forever home!! Dorian was pulled from the shelter after spending 680 long days - nearly 2 years in LAs shelter system. Despite spending 2 years in an outdoor concrete kennel, with minimal human interaction, he held on to hope and has been the most resilient boy. Most dogs don’t last that long in high kill shelters, but Dorian was a staff favorite. He did well with volunteers who brought him out for play groups and they advocated for him to keep him alive. But still somehow no one wanted to adopt him. We saw a post about him and immediately knew we had to get this boy of that environment and into a foster home. Since then we have all fallen in love! We now understand why he was a staff favorite. He's the silliest Akita Inu mix, and he's as loyal and loving as they come. He is extremely handsome and the sweetest, most easy going guy. Dorian is crate trained, potty trained, and knows several commands. He can be nervous around strangers, but once he knows you, he loves you for life! Dorian is dog friendly, and he is an absolute goofball when he plays. Dorian loves to go for walks (cue the happy hops) and crash for a nap next to his person. He would be fantastic with a person with Akita experience or someone who understands/has researched the breed. Dorian is neutered, up to date on vaccines, and currently on flea tick and heartworm medication. Overall. he's in good health, and we believe he is around 6-7 years old and weighs 80 lbs. We recently did his DNA test with Embark, and he is an Akita Inu, American Akita, Pittie mix. If you’d like to see videos of Dorian you can visit the instagram page @fenwayfluff and see the story highlight called “Dorian”. He is currently being fostered in San DiegO
We'll also keep you updated on Emily's adoption status with email updates.
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Emily

Akita

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
San Diego, CA
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These Akitas are available for adoption close to San Diego, California.
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Kito

Akita

Male, 6 yrs 11 mos
Bonita, CA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Personality:- Absolutely lovely with everyone he meets, never met a stranger he didn't like.- Silly- LOVES toys!- Working on leash manners and being brave in unfamiliar situations. - Can be mouthy when playing (like a puppy) but responds to corrections well. Flight Risk: do not leave unattended in a yard, crate training is a must when you are gone, tight grip on the leash is a must on adventures. Must be aware of open doors and windowsTo adopt: https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/37765/genericTo foster: https://petstablished.com/foster_form/37764/genericEmail: awayhomefordogs@gmail.com ##1305366##
We'll also keep you updated on Petey's adoption status with email updates.
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Petey

Akita American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 8 yrs 4 mos
Jamul, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Petey is a fun-loving boy who is great with every person he has met, young and old. He might be okay around other dogs, but he's selective. He walks well on leash, until he sees a rabbit, squirrel or cat, but he would easily adjust to a no-pull harness. He loves to get belly rubs!
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BABY NALA the SWEET-HEART

Akita

Female, Puppy
Encinitas, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This SPECTACULAR Purebred Girl, the lovely Miss Nala, is the quintessential friendly family dog! She LOVE, Love, LOVES children, is SUPER Smart, learns quickly and is just the VERY BEST the breed has to offer.
We'll also keep you updated on Kasper's adoption status with email updates.
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Kasper

Akita

Male, Adult
Ramona, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
The Good: Kasper was a rescue dog that I adopted over a year ago. His release papers state that he is approximately 9 years old (their guess). However, his dog trainer (Taylor Made Working Dogs) stated approximately 3 but I've had him for nearly 2 years after training so maybe he's 5 years old now. Kasper is absolutely stunning to look at and in great health. He has done a 6-week board and train program, and is house-trained, will walk at your heel, come to you when called and sits on command. His demeanor is calm and quiet. He doesn't wander around or approach others. The Bad: Kasper is also a resource guarder. Pretty much anything that he deems valuable (including people) may cause him to bite or snap in defense. Sadly, because I have tenants who rent rooms in my house, I'm not able to provide the ideal environment for him to thrive. Additionally, while he may be able to enteract with large well-behaved dogs, he doesn't do well with small dogs.
We'll also keep you updated on Bear's adoption status with email updates.
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Bear

Akita

Male, Young
San Marcos, CA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This magnificent Akita was an abandoned stray in our neighborhood who we have taken in, nurtured, and helped recover back to full health. He is a wonderful, sweet and loving dog with a great personality - eager to please and very trainable. Gets along quite well with the smaller dog we already had. Calm and intelligent. Still quite young (around 18 months) with some puppy traits. He just happens to be quite a large animal (100+ pounds). For some, this will be exactly what they are looking for. He needs the right family and situation to be able to stretch his legs and get the attention and activity he deserves. He has won our hearts - but with an imminent downsizing coming for us, we simply cannot keep him long term. All shots up to date, with recent vet exams, and will pay for neutering if new owner would prefer that. Thank you for looking, and we hope to find an amazing new home for this great dog! He really deserves it.
We'll also keep you updated on Axel's adoption status with email updates.
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Axel

Akita Norwegian Elkhound

Male, 11 mos
Carlsbad, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Read this pup’s bio on our website: https://amazingdogsrescue.org/dogs/. If the dog is not visible on our website, they are no longer available. Amazing Dogs Rescue takes care of almost 400 adoptable doggies: young and old, small and big, cute and ugly. They are all available for a meet and greet at an event near you! Feel free to call Cecilia at 408.477.0553 from Mo to Su from 8am to 8pm for more info.

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We'll also keep you updated on Puff's adoption status with email updates.
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Puff

Husky Eskimo Dog

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet our cutie pie Puff, she's about 2 yrs old and very sweet, calm and chill. She will not stop wagging her tail to great you, extremely loving! She's got a beautiful fluffy coat, adorable ears and gorgeous blue eyes, surely to turn heads with her by your side. She’s got a big personality, and knows how beautiful she is, so she’s acting like queen in a pack, wants to rule. She seems to be house trained, but accidents should be expected for a new environment. Puff would be perfect in a family as the solo dog, or paired with another confident dog after proper introduction. We see a little Eskimo in her so getting a DNA test would be very interesting to do. Puff is spayed, vaccinated and chipped so she's ready to be loved by you, get your application in ASAP!
We'll also keep you updated on Cream's adoption status with email updates.
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Cream

Husky Siberian Husky

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, meet or pretty girl Cream who is about 1 yr old and a petite 40lbs. She's very loving and sweet but also a bit shy with humans and dogs but warms up quickly. She gains confidence around other dogs and solicits attention. She doesn't walk well on a leash and just needs a little direction as it doesn't seem like she learned about a leash before. She's not only a cutie, she's smart too so she'd be fun to train. She seems to be house trained, but accidents should be expected for a new environment. She's spayed, vaccinated and chipped so she's ready to be your new love. Get your application in ASAP!
We'll also keep you updated on Sawyer's adoption status with email updates.
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Sawyer

Siberian Husky Alaskan Malamute

Male, 9 mos
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet gorgeous baby boy Sawyer! This super handsome boy is full of energy, fun and perosnality. He loves running around outside, playing with toys, and is dog and people friendly. Sawyer is a total goofball and is never shy to make a new friend. At 16 weeks old, he already knows several commands and is almost potty trained. Sawyer loves learning new tricks and is a huge fan of treats. He is currently being crate trained and is eagerly to join a lovingforever home to call his own. Don't let this amazing boy pass you up, he really is a catch, if you can catch him!Currently in Southern California, but can be transported up to northern states, such as Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and other close by states, if a great suitable family is willing to adopt him/her.

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Akita shelters & rescues in San Diego, California

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A Way Home For Dogs

5073 Central Ave, #2001, Bonita, CA 91908

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

9.5 miles

Grandma Betty's Animal Rescue

4079 Governor Dr, 265, San Diego, CA 92122

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

17 miles

Del Mar Dog Rescue

9921 Carmel Mountain Rd #231, San Diego, CA 92129

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

20.7 miles

Rescuing Cujo

PO Box 81, Jamul, CA 91935

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

23.8 miles

Little Angel Kitten Rescue

Encinitas, CA 92024

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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30.9 miles

Amazing Dogs

Carlsbad, CA 92011

Pet Types: dogs

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Where do Akitas come from? How many types of Akitas are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Akita.

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