Available by Owner or Shelter

The following Akitas are being listed as a free service to rescues, shelters and owners. We make every effort to post timely, accurate, and reliable information. However, these dogs have not been evaluated for temperament or health by a MARS representative and MARS accepts no responsibility for their direct placement. We are available for assistance and consultation to help insure the best placement and transition.

KUMA

Adult - Male - Large

Kuma has been through both one-on-one and in-board training. If someone from Colorado adopts him, he is part of the Alumni of his in-board training and can return at any time for half the price for... Read more

Prefers no dogs

JUPITER

Adult - Female - Large

Jupiter is a sweet, loving, playful girl. She is in good health and both housebroken and leash trained. Unfortunately, she cannot be around any other animals or children. Jupiter can be a bit... Read more

Needs adult-only homePrefers no catsPrefers no dogs

DOOBIE

Adult - Male -

Doobie is estimated to be a 3-4 year old intact Akita mix! He was seized from a home, and was taken to the Marion County dog pound. He was out on foster for about a month a few months ago, but was... Read more

Prefers no dogs

SORA

Adult - Female - Large

We have had Sora for 3 years. She is great in the house and likes walks. She has always been an only pet. Not high energy and easy at home. Likes swimming and squeaky toys. For more... Read more

Needs adult-only home

FLACO

Adult - Male - Large

Flaco is a really happy dog that would do great in a home that enjoys hiking but also relaxing. He has a fantastic off switch. He is not good with other dogs or pets, so a home without them will be... Read more

Mix Prefers no catsPrefers no dogs

KONA

Young - Female - Large

Kona gets along great with other dogs! No history of aggressive behavior. Can be skittish/ nervous around strangers. Currently lives in the city but is better suited for a home with a big backyard to... Read more

YOSHI

Adult - Male - Large

Yoshi is a 4 1/2 year-old, all white, neutered, 150+ lb male Akita. He has been our family dog since he was a puppy purchased from a pet store. (although, I do have his breed-line information). We... Read more

Needs adult-only homePrefers no catsPrefers no dogs

SHIRLEY

Young - Female - Medium

This is Shirley! Paws Here was supposed to be her temporary home as a transition. Two months later, the rescue has ignored us and now we need to find Shirley a loving home. She’s great with... Read more

Mix Prefers no dogs

NIKO

Adult - Male - Large

Through no fault of his own, Niko lost his second home this past winter, when his owner died. His first home was lost due to divorce. He is now (April 2023) coming out of mourning for his deceased... Read more

Prefers no catsPrefers no dogs

ELLIS

Young - Female - Large

I am her second owner. She is playful, healthy, raised with children, but she is not dog or small animals friendly. She has two bitten dog records. She needs a home with fenced yard. For more... Read more

Prefers no catsPrefers no dogs
Oakley

OAKLEY

Young - Male - Large

Oakley is a house broken, beautiful Akita. Oakley did nip at a friend who was taunting him. Nothing serious. He currently lives with me (owner's mom), my husband and two other dogs (Cavalier and... Read more

GEORGE

Adult - Male - Large

This is George, a very handsome 5 year old American Akita. He was bought at 8weeks old and sadly the owners got a new small breed puppy who George nipped at so they wanted to euthanize for this... Read more

Needs adult-only homePrefers no catsPrefers no dogs

BUBBA

Senior - Male - Large

Bubba is such a good boy. He's loyal and loving and so gentle, butterfly gentle, when taking treats. He's super quiet and only barks when someone is at the door. He's housetrained, of course, and can... Read more

Prefers no catsPrefers no dogs

MOCHA AND MOCHI

Young - Male - Large

Mocha and Mochi are very well- behaved. They listen to orders & commands. They were raised with babies/kids, dogs, cats. They are very good & friendly with dogs & cats, no health issues.... Read more

MAXX

Adult - Male - Large

Maxx is a gentle giant, 119 pounds. He has a beautiful black coat, like a black bear. He’s very loving, wants to stay with people. He’s inside and outside with a fenced yard. For more... Read more

Mix Prefers no cats

STORMI

Young - Female - Large

Stormi is very fearful of people, especially men. When I first found her she wouldn’t let me come near her but about 3-4 days later, I was able to be around her and then maybe a week later I was... Read more

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