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My name is Turbo and I’m looking for my forever home. I’m 6 y.o. and was rescued by SIRA from a breeding facility. Now I live in Columbus, OH. You guys – I had NO IDEA there was so much out here in the world! It’s so much fun to explore it all. Today I figured out how to climb up on the kitchen table. And from there, I jumped on the kitchen counter. Aha! Lots of interesting stuff up there. Hopped right into the dryer when foster dad left it open. It’s the perfect cozy, warm den! Speaking of humans, I’m still getting used to them. My foster dads have been so nice, but I’m not used to that, so I’m still shy and skittish when they come too close. But when they tell me how sweet I am and what a good boy I am and give me head scritches – that sure feels good, so I’m considering being braver. Things I like about being rescued: Taking naps! I’m a good napper. I go into my crate and shut the door behind me when I want some quiet time. I love meeting other dogs and playing outside! I’ve learned a lot from watching them (like how to jump on the kitchen chair to reach the table…). It’s interesting to watch how they interact with their people. Looking out the window is another favorite thing – my very own big-screen TV that’s always on! I like to play with stuff like pants and shoes and hats and socks. I haven’t figured out toys yet. Chasing my tail and rolling around on my back are fun though. I’m potty trained and will sleep through the night in my closed crate. I won’t make noise unless I need to go outside. I’m neutered, health, vaccinated and weigh 21 lbs. My perfect forever home would have a securely fenced yard where I could run and jump and play or an active family who likes long walks and trips to the park. I’d love a nice dog friend to show me the ropes. I haven’t met any cats or small kids yet, but I think little kids would scare me a lot. If you live in the Midwest and want a handsome, dude like me to explore the world with, then I’m your guy! Visit www.savingshibas.com/adopt to apply to become an approved SIRA adopter. The application process helps SIRA know if we’ll be a good match. Once approved, SIRA can introduce you to my foster dad so we can meet!
My name is Turbo and I’m looking for my forever home. I’m 6 y.o. and was rescued by SIRA from a breeding facility. Now I live in Columbus, OH. You guys – I had NO IDEA there was so much out here in the world! It’s so much fun to explore it all. Today I figured out how to climb up on the kitchen table. And from there, I jumped on the kitchen counter. Aha! Lots of interesting stuff up there. Hopped right into the dryer when foster dad left it open. It’s the perfect cozy, warm den! Speaking of humans, I’m still getting used to them. My foster dads have been so nice, but I’m not used to that, so I’m still shy and skittish when they come too close. But when they tell me how sweet I am and what a good boy I am and give me head scritches – that sure feels good, so I’m considering being braver. Things I like about being rescued: Taking naps! I’m a good napper. I go into my crate and shut the door behind me when I want some quiet time. I love meeting other dogs and playing outside! I’ve learned a lot from watching them (like how to jump on the kitchen chair to reach the table…). It’s interesting to watch how they interact with their people. Looking out the window is another favorite thing – my very own big-screen TV that’s always on! I like to play with stuff like pants and shoes and hats and socks. I haven’t figured out toys yet. Chasing my tail and rolling around on my back are fun though. I’m potty trained and will sleep through the night in my closed crate. I won’t make noise unless I need to go outside. I’m neutered, health, vaccinated and weigh 21 lbs. My perfect forever home would have a securely fenced yard where I could run and jump and play or an active family who likes long walks and trips to the park. I’d love a nice dog friend to show me the ropes. I haven’t met any cats or small kids yet, but I think little kids would scare me a lot. If you live in the Midwest and want a handsome, dude like me to explore the world with, then I’m your guy! Visit www.savingshibas.com/adopt to apply to become an approved SIRA adopter. The application process helps SIRA know if we’ll be a good match. Once approved, SIRA can introduce you to my foster dad so we can meet!
Web application available on our website. All household members must be listed and the head of household must be the primary applicant.
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Home Check
After applications are reviewed/references and municipal pet limits checked, applicants are contacted to schedule a home visit interview.
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Approve Application
Once an applicant becomes an approved adopter, we can work with them to match them with dogs who will thrive in their home environment.
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Meet the Pet
Once a match is identified, the applicant is connected with the foster home to learn about the dog and arrange a meeting.
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Sign Adoption Contract
Only if the foster home agrees that the match is good, then it is approved.
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Pay Fee
Applicants pay the adoption fee upon signing the contract.
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Take the Pet Home
Applicants are required to have the appropriate gear (travel crate, pet ID tags) in order to take the dog home.
Additional adoption info
SIRA's board reviews each applicant for approval and then reviews each potential match for approval. Home visit volunteers are trained. SIRA pledges to support all dogs for life and requires adopters to return dogs to SIRA if they can no longer care for them. SIRA provides a social media forum and one-on-one support to help adopters address any behavioral concerns.
SIRA's board reviews each applicant for approval and then reviews each potential match for approval. Home visit volunteers are trained. SIRA pledges to support all dogs for life and requires adopters to return dogs to SIRA if they can no longer care for them. SIRA provides a social media forum and one-on-one support to help adopters address any behavioral concerns.
All of our dogs are cared for by families in their homes across the Midwest. We do not have a shelter or facility.
All of our dogs are cared for by families in their homes across the Midwest. We do not have a shelter or facility.
More about this rescue
Shiba Inu Rescue Association (SIRA) is a volunteer organization dedicated to saving abandoned, neglected, and abused Shiba Inu, Shiba mixes and other primitive breeds. Our rescued dogs come from commercial breeders, shelters and individual owners. We evaluate each dog for temperament and place them in nurturing foster homes where their needs, medical and otherwise, are addressed in order to prepare them to be placed in thoroughly screened, loving, lifelong adoptive homes. SIRA also works to educate the public on the Shiba Inu breed in addition to the importance of responsible pet ownership including spaying/ neutering, dog training and obtaining a dog from a reputable breeder or rescue group.
Shiba Inu Rescue Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in the Midwest. Our service area includes Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Arkansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.
Shiba Inu Rescue Association (SIRA) is a volunteer organization dedicated to saving abandoned, neglected, and abused Shiba Inu, Shiba mixes and other primitive breeds. Our rescued dogs come from commercial breeders, shelters and individual owners. We evaluate each dog for temperament and place them in nurturing foster homes where their needs, medical and otherwise, are addressed in order to prepare them to be placed in thoroughly screened, loving, lifelong adoptive homes. SIRA also works to educate the public on the Shiba Inu breed in addition to the importance of responsible pet ownership including spaying/ neutering, dog training and obtaining a dog from a reputable breeder or rescue group.
Shiba Inu Rescue Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in the Midwest. Our service area includes Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Arkansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.
