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Hachi

Akita · Unknown · Puppy · 2 months

Are you ready to welcome a regal, loving companion into your life? Meet Hachi, a 9-year-old Japanese Akita Inu with a heart full of love to give. Through no fault of his own, Hachi is seeking a new home due to a change in family circumstances. This affectionate and well-cared-for boy has been with his family since he was 8-10 weeks old, and although they are heartbroken, they want nothing more than for him to find the perfect new family. About Hachi Hachi is the epitome of the Akita Inu breed: proud, majestic, and undeniably handsome. His well-groomed coat and healthy physique are testament to the love and care he’s received throughout his life. Please don’t let his age put you off. He is friendly and enjoys the company of people, willingly accepting fuss and attention from our assessor, even allowing a gentle check of his teeth and gums which were great for his age. He took treats really gently, sat and gave paw and jumped into the back of the car willingly. On the assessment Hachi did pull initially on his walk. We feel this is partially due to an ill-fitting harness and his initial excitement for being in a new environment. With a well fitted harness or collar he would be managed better on walks. Personality Friendly and Social: Hachi is used to a busy household and is used to be around children and people of all ages. He adores being around people and thrives on human interaction so would love a home where he isn’t left alone for long periods. Children: Children aged 6 and above, making him a wonderful addition to family life. The Only Dog: While he’s interested in passing dogs and doesn’t look to cause trouble, he prefers to be the sole canine in the home, soaking up all the love and attention. No Cats: Due to his high prey drive Ideal home Hachi is a clever boy who knows how to open doors, so it’s essential to keep doors locked to ensure he stays safe and contained home. He needs a secure garden with robust 6ft fencing. Hachi 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! Could You Be Hachi’s New Family? Hachi is looking for a family who will provide the love and companionship he deserves as it will be hard for him to adjust leaving his current family. If you have a home full of love and are ready to give this distinguished gentleman the attention and care he thrives on, please reach out and complete an adoption form. Don’t miss the opportunity to make Hachi a part of your life! Apply today! Your new best friend is just a paw print away!

Size

Large

Age

Puppy · 2 months

Location

🇬🇧United Kingdom

Shelter

Akita Rescue & Welfare Trust UK

Living with Hachi

✕Good with cats

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About Hachi

What life with Hachi looks like

Hachi is a large puppy 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 Hachi, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Hachi?: 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 Hachi on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Hachi 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Hachi 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 Hachi 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 Hachi 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.