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Akita puppies and dogs in Gilbert, Arizona

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These Akitas are available in Gilbert, Arizona.
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Oso

Akita Chow Chow

Male, 12 yrs 3 mos
Gilbert, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello! My name is Oso, which means “bear” in Spanish—but don’t let the name fool you! I’m a gentle giant with a heart full of love. I was saved just three hours before my time was up at the county shelter, and even though I’m a senior, I have so much life and love left to give! I’m all about people—I love them, like really, really love them. After spending my whole life outdoors, I’m absolutely thrilled by the comfort of indoor air conditioning and a doggy door that lets me wander into the yard whenever I want. Life is good! One of my favorite things is carrying around my stuffed toys, especially the small ones—they make me so happy! I also love chasing a ball and am the best boy when it’s time for a bath. Treats are my weakness, especially chicken tacos (yum!). I’m looking for a home where I can be the only dog because I just want to soak up all the love for myself. I’m easygoing, never bark, and my tail wiggles with joy when I meet new friends. I’m dreaming of a forever home where I can give lots of kisses, enjoy scratchies, and just be your loyal companion for the rest of my days. If you can offer me a place to call home, please reach out to my foster mom, Jenn, at 602-710-4143. I can’t wait to meet you! ❤️ I’m a courtesy post for Valley Dogs Rescue.

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Oso

Akita Chow Chow

Male, 12 yrs 3 mos
Gilbert, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello! My name is Oso, which means “bear” in Spanish—but don’t let the name fool you! I’m a gentle giant with a heart full of love. I was saved just three hours before my time was up at the county shelter, and even though I’m a senior, I have so much life and love left to give! I’m all about people—I love them, like really, really love them. After spending my whole life outdoors, I’m absolutely thrilled by the comfort of indoor air conditioning and a doggy door that lets me wander into the yard whenever I want. Life is good! One of my favorite things is carrying around my stuffed toys, especially the small ones—they make me so happy! I also love chasing a ball and am the best boy when it’s time for a bath. Treats are my weakness, especially chicken tacos (yum!). I’m looking for a home where I can be the only dog because I just want to soak up all the love for myself. I’m easygoing, never bark, and my tail wiggles with joy when I meet new friends. I’m dreaming of a forever home where I can give lots of kisses, enjoy scratchies, and just be your loyal companion for the rest of my days. If you can offer me a place to call home, please reach out to my foster mom, Jenn, at 602-710-4143. I can’t wait to meet you! ❤️ I’m a courtesy post for Valley Dogs Rescue.
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ELAINE

Akita

Female, 1 yr
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Why I`d make a great companion: ~Boof! My name is Elaine and I weigh 51 LBS! ~I`m a sweet pup with lots of love to give, I just need to feel safe, secure, and loved first. ~I`m a pretty shy gal, but I always feel a little more comfortable with another furry friend by my side! ~In the house, I am a low-energy couch potato who prefers to chill and supervise household activities ~Come and play with me today!Type of home I`m looking for: ~I must go home with another social dog. ~My adoption fee is: SPONSORED BY HILL`S PET NUTRITION!
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JEWEL

Akita

Female, 5 yrs
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Bear (Courtesy post)

Akita Husky

Male, Adult
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
PLEASE NOTE: This dog is courtesy posted for another individual or Rescue. Different policies and fees may apply.  Meet Bear! This fluffy, cuddly sweetheart has been waiting for his forever home for over two years after being abandoned at a boarding facility in April 2022. Bear is as loving and loyal as they come—his tail is always wagging, and he thrives on being around his people. Bear is great on a leash, making him the perfect hiking or walking buddy. He loves car rides, especially feeling the wind in his face, and enjoys splashing in the water on warm days. Well-mannered in public, Bear adores pets and quality time with his family. While he’s non-reactive to other dogs on walks and hikes, he’ll need a proper introduction to any potential fur siblings, which the rescue will facilitate. Bear would do best in a home without kids or cats. This happy, soft, and affectionate boy is up to date on vaccines, neutered, and microchipped. After such a long wait, Bear is ready for a loving home where he can finally relax and enjoy life. Could that be with you? Adopt: www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/FPP/Dog Foster: www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/FPP/Dog Located in Tucson, AZ| Call 480-450-5954 November 17, 2025, 5:17 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Gene's adoption status with email updates.
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Gene

Akita

Female, Young
Peoria, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Gene is a purebred American Akita we purchased about a year ago. She’s just over one year old and due to new work schedules we don’t have the time to tend to her needs. She hasn’t been around other dogs very often, but she has never bit any people. She doesn’t bark much and is potty trained. We are hoping to find a new great home for her.

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Luna

Husky

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Gilbert, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
:) Meet Luna! :) This sweet husky mix is about 9–12 months old, weighs around 40 lbs, and is healthy, spayed, and up to date on vaccines. Luna is a happy, playful pup who adores kids and other dogs, and she’s ready to brighten her forever family’s life! Luna loves to play fetch, go on walks or runs, and then soak up the sunshine with some serious sunbathing. She’s super smart too—she already knows sit, shake, lay down, and even waits politely for her dinner. Treats make her one eager learner, so she’ll be a star at picking up new tricks. She’s housebroken and crate-trained, though she’s still working on curbing her puppy chewing and excitement-jumps. With her fun, energetic personality, Luna will thrive in an active home that can keep her busy and loved. She hasn’t met cats yet, so slow introductions are recommended if her new family has a feline friend. If you’re looking for a loyal, silly, sunshine-loving adventure buddy, Luna just might be your girl! ****** Please email Kelly at bicklekt@gmail.com for interest.
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Fluffy

Husky

Male, Adult
Gilbert, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I know this girl is funny looking to be in a rottweiler rescue. She was found wandering in the streets on Glendale near the stadium with another dog (precious) by a Good Samaritan. He tried taking the girls home to live with him and his 27 cats. It turns out she is not good with cats so he could not keep them with him. She is terrified of everything but a very sweet girl. She will let you do anything to her but would prefer to be in her crate and left alone. She is neutral with other dogs. Doesn't seem to take confort ain them as isn't afraid of them . She minds her own business, and doesn't really engage with them. She as been leash trained and she will go through te motions of getting obedience trained. She is potty and crate trained. She will bolt if she has the opportunity. I took her in so she would not hurt te guys cats with the intent to find a rescue to take her in, because she is not a rottweiler and doesn't fit in here. However nobody has room for her or wants to take on a scared dog.  I know that scared dogs are the kind of dogs that some people do best with. If you are that person, we would love to talk with you.  Our Adoption Process... If you are interested in adopting one of our fun loving not so rotten rotties, you will be asked to fill out a questionnaire that will allows us to get to know you better and to make sure the dog you are looking at is a good fit for your family and lifestyle. You can access our questionnaire by going to our website, www.rottenrottie.com click on the forms tab, and fill out the questionnaire and submit it online. After we review your answers, if we feel that the dog that you are interested in, is not a good fit for you and your family, we may recommend a different rottweiler companion. After we determine which Rottweiler(s) is the best for you, we will set up a time so that you can meet him or her at their house, where they will feel most comfortable and act as they normally do. We will require a home check to make sure the dog is going to a good home.  An adoption contract will be signed to finalize the adoption and we do ask for a rehoming fee of $500 for most adults, $350 for most of our seniors 6 years and above for any rottweiler mix of any age (except puppies) . Our fees for puppies fluctuate depending on how much we had to invest into them or their litter, and weather they are purebred or a mix. These funds are necessary so that our organization may continue to rehome rottweilers. ALL of our dogs are sterilized, fully vaccinated and microchipped, heartworm tested negative and come with a collar and a leash. We have also addressed any injury or illness that they had when they came to us, or received in foster care. These problems will be disclosed to the adopter prior to adoption. please be advised that in almost all cases we will not adopt our dogs to folks who live in different states.  On rare occasion, if we feel that it is a PERFECT for both you and the dog, we sometimes will break that rule for our neighbors who live in Las Vegas. If you live in Vegas and would like us to consider you, please fill out an application.
We'll also keep you updated on Hasbro (knows Sabien)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Hasbro (knows Sabien)

Siberian Husky

Male, 7 yrs 9 mos
Gilbert, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hasbro is a handsome 86 pound Husky who is about 5-1/2 to 6 years old. Hasbro came back to us recently when his family's living situation changed and they could no longer keep him. This handsome boy is housetrained and dog door trained, and loves to sleep in bed with his humans. He's a very laid back guy who is easy to handle, and not reactive to distractions. He knows basic commands, such as "sit," and will come when called. He's very gentle when accepting a treat and he loves belly rubs. He's a gentle guy who is an excellent snuggler. If Hasbro sounds like your love connection, please visit https://azfriends.org/testing/adopt.html to complete an adoption consultation form, and then stop by the Adoption Center to meet an adoption counselor!No appointments are necessary and you can come and see us any time we are open. Please go to our website (www.azfriends.org) to fill out a consultation form then come and see us! We do require any family interested in meeting our dogs or cats to fill out a consultation form – this form helps us determine if the dog/cat and the home are a good match, since it is so easy to fall in love with a photo, without knowing the personality of the dog. Once you have filled out the online Adoption Consultation Form, just come in and see us (or come and see us and fill out the consultation form upon arrival)!Please note that ALL dogs and cats are available to the first home that meets the dog or cat that we feel is a good match. In order to help make the best match, we do want all family members (dogs and humans) to meet any potential new family member. Our adoption center hours are: Closed Sunday/Monday; Tuesday 10a-2p, Wednesday 3p-7p, Thursday 3p-7p, Friday 10a-2p, Saturday 10a-4p. We are located at 952 W Melody Avenue in Gilbert (zip code 85233).All animals are altered, vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, licensed (dogs). Cats tested for FELV/FIV. Dogs tested for Heartworm. All animals are available to the first family that is a good match, and if we have more than one animal who is a good match, there will be a lottery for all matches. Note that families must have come in to our adoption center and spoken with an adoption counselor prior to any lottery (when we have lotteries, they usually occur on Saturday mornings).

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Valley Dogs

P.O. Box 364, Gilbert, AZ 85299

Pet Types: dogs

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Arizona Humane Society - South Mountain Campus

1521 W Dobbins Road, Phoenix, AZ 85041

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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22.6 miles

Maricopa County Animal Care & Control West Animal Shelter

2500 S. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009

Pet Types: dogs

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24.2 miles

Forever Friends Humane Society AZ

Phoenix, AZ 85017

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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