My name is Murray and I’m looking for my forever home. I’m 6 y.o. and weigh 28 lbs. I came to my foster home here in Eagan, MN, after I was brought to a shelter as a stray. My foster family can tell that I once had a family, because I’m fully house trained and know how to sit and lie down on command. And when they said my favorite words - “car ride” - I got so excited! I’m sweet and goofy, but I’ve also got quirks. For example, I love people and belly rubs and petting and affection – but so far, only on my terms. I’ll approach you and nudge you when I’m ready. But I am not keen on being handled, so getting a harness on and off can be an ordeal. Yes, there is screaming involved (have you heard a Shiba scream?) There are other dogs here and I’ll play for short spurts, but when I’m done, or not in the mood, I’ll bare my teeth and snap the air to say “back off.” The dogs here respect that, so there have been no problems. I’m neutered, healthy and vaccinated. My foster family noticed that my ears were bothering me, and the dermatologist thinks that I may have allergies. Now that I have medication, they are feeling better. Because I don’t like being handled, going to the vet is stressful for me. My foster family says it works best when I’m sedated ahead of time. My perfect forever family will be experienced and patient as I build trust, and I’ll be the perfect low-maintenance companion. I love to chase critters outside, so cats and small pets are probably not a good match. Same with little kids – not a good fit for my personal space needs. I’d love to have a securely fenced yard. If there is a respectful resident dog, they’ll need to make sure that they can introduce us slowly over time and with careful supervision. I can be vocal, so an apartment with shared walls might not be a good fit. If you live in the Midwest and want a laid-back buddy like me to hang out with, visit www.savingshibas.com/adopt to apply to become an approved SIRA adopter. The application process helps SIRA make sure we’ll be a good match. Once approved, SIRA will introduce you to my foster mom so we can meet!
My name is Murray and I’m looking for my forever home. I’m 6 y.o. and weigh 28 lbs. I came to my foster home here in Eagan, MN, after I was brought to a shelter as a stray. My foster family can tell that I once had a family, because I’m fully house trained and know how to sit and lie down on command. And when they said my favorite words - “car ride” - I got so excited! I’m sweet and goofy, but I’ve also got quirks. For example, I love people and belly rubs and petting and affection – but so far, only on my terms. I’ll approach you and nudge you when I’m ready. But I am not keen on being handled, so getting a harness on and off can be an ordeal. Yes, there is screaming involved (have you heard a Shiba scream?) There are other dogs here and I’ll play for short spurts, but when I’m done, or not in the mood, I’ll bare my teeth and snap the air to say “back off.” The dogs here respect that, so there have been no problems. I’m neutered, healthy and vaccinated. My foster family noticed that my ears were bothering me, and the dermatologist thinks that I may have allergies. Now that I have medication, they are feeling better. Because I don’t like being handled, going to the vet is stressful for me. My foster family says it works best when I’m sedated ahead of time. My perfect forever family will be experienced and patient as I build trust, and I’ll be the perfect low-maintenance companion. I love to chase critters outside, so cats and small pets are probably not a good match. Same with little kids – not a good fit for my personal space needs. I’d love to have a securely fenced yard. If there is a respectful resident dog, they’ll need to make sure that they can introduce us slowly over time and with careful supervision. I can be vocal, so an apartment with shared walls might not be a good fit. If you live in the Midwest and want a laid-back buddy like me to hang out with, visit www.savingshibas.com/adopt to apply to become an approved SIRA adopter. The application process helps SIRA make sure we’ll be a good match. Once approved, SIRA will introduce you to my foster mom 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.
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