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Akita puppies and dogs in El Cajon, California

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Petey

Akita American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 8 yrs 4 mos
Jamul, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Petey is a fun-loving boy who is great with every person he has met, young and old. He might be okay around other dogs, but he's selective. He walks well on leash, until he sees a rabbit, squirrel or cat, but he would easily adjust to a no-pull harness. He loves to get belly rubs!
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Kito

Akita

Male, 6 yrs 11 mos
Bonita, CA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Personality:- Absolutely lovely with everyone he meets, never met a stranger he didn't like.- Silly- LOVES toys!- Working on leash manners and being brave in unfamiliar situations. - Can be mouthy when playing (like a puppy) but responds to corrections well. Flight Risk: do not leave unattended in a yard, crate training is a must when you are gone, tight grip on the leash is a must on adventures. Must be aware of open doors and windowsTo adopt: https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/37765/genericTo foster: https://petstablished.com/foster_form/37764/genericEmail: awayhomefordogs@gmail.com ##1305366##
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Nala

Akita

Female, Puppy
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Nala is a purebred akita. She has been rehomed now 4 times now so i’m trying to find her a forever home. She’s very sweet and has tons of energy. Would prefer her to move into a home with a backyard, but has been an apartment dog so if needed. She may do better either being an only dog or in a home with a younger dog than her. She comes with a crate, her bowl, some toys, and her leash.
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Ellie Belly--The Cuddle Bug

Akita

Female, Young
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ellie is an amazing dog. She is kind with people and the sweetest cuddle bug. She is a good listener and really could thrive in the right environment. She does not get along well with new dogs and should be the only dog in a household. She really would do well in the right home environment with an experienced dog trainer/person who knows the female Akita breed and can take time to make her feel loved and safe. She will always have your back and once she knows you then you are part of her family.
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Akira

Akita

Female, Adult
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
She is currently 4 years old turning 5 in April. She’s very loving. Loves belly rubs and cuddles. Great with kids and loves attention. Loves to go on walks.
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Dorian

Akita American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Dorian is looking for his forever home!! Dorian was pulled from the shelter after spending 680 long days - nearly 2 years in LAs shelter system. Despite spending 2 years in an outdoor concrete kennel, with minimal human interaction, he held on to hope and has been the most resilient boy. Most dogs don’t last that long in high kill shelters, but Dorian was a staff favorite. He did well with volunteers who brought him out for play groups and they advocated for him to keep him alive. But still somehow no one wanted to adopt him. We saw a post about him and immediately knew we had to get this boy of that environment and into a foster home. Since then we have all fallen in love! We now understand why he was a staff favorite. He's the silliest Akita Inu mix, and he's as loyal and loving as they come. He is extremely handsome and the sweetest, most easy going guy. Dorian is crate trained, potty trained, and knows several commands. He can be nervous around strangers, but once he knows you, he loves you for life! Dorian is dog friendly, and he is an absolute goofball when he plays. Dorian loves to go for walks (cue the happy hops) and crash for a nap next to his person. He would be fantastic with a person with Akita experience or someone who understands/has researched the breed. Dorian is neutered, up to date on vaccines, and currently on flea tick and heartworm medication. Overall. he's in good health, and we believe he is around 6-7 years old and weighs 80 lbs. We recently did his DNA test with Embark, and he is an Akita Inu, American Akita, Pittie mix. If you’d like to see videos of Dorian you can visit the instagram page @fenwayfluff and see the story highlight called “Dorian”. He is currently being fostered in San DiegO

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Below are our newest added Akitas available for adoption in El Cajon, California. To see more adoptable Akitas in El Cajon, California, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
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Jaku

Siberian Husky

Male, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by our Humane Law Enforcement team on 10/12/24. Why this pet is the one for you:Jaku is a special dog with a reserved demeanor at first, but with time, he's shown social and affectionate behaviors towards shelter staff. He's had negative experiences with other dogs in the past, so a home with no dogs or one where interactions can be carefully managed is strongly recommended. While he has no known history with cats or kids, a home with respectful children who understand dog body language and interactions would be best. Jaku's ideal adopters are willing to give him the time and space to come out of his shell and reveal his wonderful personality. At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed/neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 46 Age: 3yrs 10mths 2wks
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Apollo

Siberian Husky

Male, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by our Humane Law Enforcement team. Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Apollo, a gentle and sweet-natured dog who takes his time warming up to new friends. Though he can be shy at first, his loving personality shines through once he feels comfortable. Apollo would thrive in a quiet home without other dogs, and any children should be able to understand his body language to ensure a harmonious environment. At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed/neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 55.2 Age: 4yrs 0mths 0wks
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Brownie

Siberian Husky

Female, Adult
El Cajon, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Message for details:This pet is available for adoption in a foster home. To adopt them, please email us at ECCadoptions@sdhumane.org and provide a good callback number.How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on 11/2/24. Why this pet is the one for you:Brownie is a large, mixed-breed dog with a playful and intelligent personality. This active pup loves to engage in fun activities and would thrive in a home that can match her energy. She reportedly gets along well with dogs, cats, and children, making her a great addition to a family looking for a social and adaptable companion. Whether it's playing in the yard or relaxing with the family, Brownie is sure to bring joy and excitement into any home. At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed/neutered. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Blonde Secondary Color: White Weight: 49.6 Age: 2yrs 1mths 1wks

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6.6 miles

Rescuing Cujo

PO Box 81, Jamul, CA 91935

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

8.4 miles

A Way Home For Dogs

5073 Central Ave, #2001, Bonita, CA 91908

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

19.4 miles

Grandma Betty's Animal Rescue

4079 Governor Dr, 265, San Diego, CA 92122

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

20.5 miles

Del Mar Dog Rescue

9921 Carmel Mountain Rd #231, San Diego, CA 92129

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

30.7 miles

Little Angel Kitten Rescue

Encinitas, CA 92024

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

37.3 miles

Amazing Dogs

Carlsbad, CA 92011

Pet Types: dogs

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