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Akira

Akita · Unknown · Puppy · 4 months

Meet Akira, a lovely girl searching for a new home through no fault of her own. At 5, she is still a big puppy, she’s inquisitive, and would thrive in an environment with plenty to do and a firm, yet gentle guardian to guide her and help her in his journey of learning and being a great member of the family. About Akira Smart and Trainable: Akira already knows several basic commands like “sit,” “paw,” and “down.” She’s a quick learner who would benefit from further training, especially if treats are involved! At times, Akira can be a bit mouthy when she’s excited and can be strong on the lead. However, with the right guidance, equipment and consistent lead training, she will learn to overcome this. Akira is not fond of other dogs and can be reactive. She would benefit from some confident and consistent training to include neutrality. Her new owners would need to advocate for her and not let off-lead dogs approach. While she can be a little cautious meeting new people, Akira will benefit greatly from love, patience, and continued socialisation. Cat-Friendly: Having grown up with cats, Akira could potentially live harmoniously with a feline friend, although she get’s on well with her own household cats, there is no guarantee she will in a new home. So introductions must be done carefully. Ideal Home The only dog: She need to be the only dog in the home, soaking up all the love and attention. No small furries. Adults only: Akira has been raised in an adult-only environment, so we recommend a home without small children under the age of 12 Breed experienced Owners: If you have breed experience and are willing to dedicate time to support Akira’s training and development, we want to hear from you! She needs a secure garden with robust 6ft fencing. Akira would not be suited to life in a flat. If you live in rented accommodation, we must see proof of landlord’s permission to own a large breed dog on the premises – This is non-negotiable! Important considerations Prospective adopters should be prepared with an adequate pet insurance policy to cover any eventualities. Akira is already spayed and jabs will be up to date. If Akira sounds like the perfect addition to your family then please complete an adoption form and help give this beautiful girl the loving home she deserves.

Size
Large
Age
Puppy · 4 months
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Akita Rescue & Welfare Trust UK
Living with Akira
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Akira home

What you'll need for Akira in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Akira

What life with Akira looks like

Akira is a large puppy/kitten akita dog waiting at Akita Rescue & Welfare Trust UK in United Kingdom.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Akira, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Akira?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Akita Rescue & Welfare Trust UK handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Akira on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Akira if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Akita Rescue & Welfare Trust UK will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Akira already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Akira isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Akita Rescue & Welfare Trust UK early rather than rehoming privately; they know Akira and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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