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Akita puppies and dogs in Oceanside, California

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Kai

Akita

Male, Young
Escondido, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How Kai arrived: Kai was brought in by his previous owner on January 3, 2026. Why Kai could be the one for you:Meet Kai, a sweet, affectionate pup with a big heart and lots of potential! Kai is playful, intelligent, and an eager learner who benefits from structure and consistency. In a previous home, he has done wonderfully with children and another dog, showing that he can build positive relationships when given the right introductions and guidance. Like many dogs, Kai can feel unsure around unfamiliar dogs, and he's currently working on his confidence and calm responses in those situations. With supportive adopters who are willing to continue positive reinforcement training and provide thoughtful management, Kai has all the potential to thrive. His eagerness to please, loving nature and past success in a multi-dog home make him a truly special companion! At SDHS:Kai has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. Kai is now ready for his new home! Primary Color: Seal Secondary Color: White Weight: 100 Age: 1yrs 10mths 3wks
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Maddie

Akita

Female, Adult
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on June 23, 2025. Why this pet is the one for you:Maddie is a sweet, sensitive gal in search of a loving new home! Maddie is a bit shy initially, but has made great progress with positive reinforcement training. Once she feels safe, her affectionate personality shines through and she seeks out gentle affection like chest rubs and back pets. She is also recovering from a procedure where she had one of her eyes removed, and with time she will heal and be used to her life with only one eye. Maddie has a positive history with other dogs and has enjoyed playdates while in care. Due to her shy nature, she would do best in a home where any children are 12 years and older and can respect her boundaries. She will thrive with continued positive reinforcement training and a quiet, understanding home that allows her time to build trust and confidence. With patience and consistency, she will reward her adopter with loving affection and loyalty. If you're ready to open your heart and home to this sweet soul, come meet Maddie today! At SDHS:This pet has been vaccinated, microchipped and spayed. This pet is now ready for their new home! Primary Color: Tan Weight: 61.1875 Age: 3yrs 11mths 0wks
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April

Akita

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
San Diego, CA
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
Get ready to be swept away by April🌺, a breathtaking 1.5-year-old Akita beauty, weighing around 50-55lbs, with a stunning black and white brindle coat and captivating blue eyes that will melt your heart💓! This gorgeous girl is not only a vision of loveliness but also a sweet, affectionate, and loving companion who craves attention and adoration😻. What's truly remarkable about April is that she's potty trained, exhibits impeccable manners, and remains calm and composed, greeting you with a wagging tail and a gentle demeanor🥰. As a quiet and serene girl, she'd thrive in any loving family or be the perfect best friend for someone seeking a loyal companion for adventures. While she adores people, April prefers to be the center of attention, making her best suited as the only dog in the household. This enchanting girl is spayed, vaccinated, and chipped, and is eagerly waiting to meet her forever home🏡 . Don't miss this opportunity to welcome April into your life - she's sure to captivate your heart 💗! Currently being cared in SoCal , April can be transported to northern states such as Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, or other locations within the continental United States, where a loving family awaits to welcome her.
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Simba

Akita Husky

Male, 8 yrs 5 mos
San Diego, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Simba has spent too long waiting for his forever family. 💔 This strong and spirited Akita-Husky mix is full of energy, loves his toys, and is happiest on long walks or playing with his human. He’s sweet, loyal, and ready for the right home. If you’re looking for a dog with personality and heart, Simba is waiting to meet you! 🐕 Adopt Simba: https://form.jotform.com/221926016430144 Full profile: Simba is a 6-8-year-old Akita-Husky mix with the personality of an Akita and the heart of a lion. He’s playful, sweet, and full of energy but needs a confident and strong adopter who understands his needs. 💪 Strength & Training: Simba is powerful and can pull when excited, so he needs someone physically capable of managing his strength. He’s learning commands like sit, down, paw, and “potty” and thrives with structure. A harness might help with his pulling. 🐾 Energy & Personality: Simba is not always a couch potato! He loves long walks (2+ miles is no problem), playing with his toys, and getting plenty of attention. He’s affectionate and cuddly but always ready for adventure. 🏡 Home Needs: Simba would do best in a home without small children due to his strength and energy. He’s good with other dogs, especially more timid ones, but does best with boundaries around toys and space. He’s also quite the counter-surfer, so keeping things out of reach is key! 🐕 Health: Simba has a thyroid condition that is managed with treatment, giving him renewed energy and playfulness. Simba has had a lot of love and care from his foster, but he’s ready to find his forever home. If you’re looking for a strong, loyal, and playful companion, Simba could be your perfect match. 💙 Ready to meet Simba? Apply to adopt him and give this big-hearted boy the home he deserves. 📌 Share to help Simba find his forever home Currently being cared in Southern California, but can be transported up to northern states, such as Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and anywhere within the US continental, if a great suitable family is willing to adopt him.
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Ume

Akita

Female, Young
Menifee, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
To ensure the best possible experience when meeting our dog, appointments are required. Please EMAIL apassionforpaws@gmail.com and wait for confirmation of your appointment  before coming to visit the Akita Ranch. Thank you and we look forward to meeting you soon! FOR DOGS NOT LOCATED AT THE AKITA RANCH, PLEASE CONTACT THE SHELTER OR INDIVIDUAL LISTED IN THE DESCRIPTION DIRECTLY for more information on a particular dog. Ume is an adult female Akita that loves to bounce around the play yard and splash in her pool! She is sweet and comes running to you for a good scratch. She can be selective with other dogs but does fall in love and is best friend with one of our males Yoshi. For now she would need to be an only dog. She is very treat motivated and also loves toys!! She would do best in a breed experienced, adult only home. Fun loving Ume would also need some time to gain trust before heading to her new home. Meet Ume today!  Email apassionforpaws@gmail.com for adoption information Visit Akita Ranch 28930 Ellis Ave, Romoland, CA, Open 10-5 daily BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Email apassionforpaws@gmail.com for adoption information. Follow us on Instagram @ http://instagram.com/apassionforpaws and on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Passion-For-Paws-Rescue-Inc/95142903795 and on Twitter https://twitter.com/apassionforpaws Did you know that you can be a hero? If this homeless dog steals your heart and you can't adopt at this time, we would welcome you to sponsor his/her rescue and save a life. Let us know by emailing us at: apassionforpaws@gmail.com THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING ANIMAL RESCUE!March 8, 2026, 10:08 pm
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Rollie

Akita

Male, Adult
Menifee, CA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Not good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
To ensure the best possible experience when meeting our dog, appointments are required. Please EMAIL apassionforpaws@gmail.com and wait for confirmation of your appointment  before coming to visit the Akita Ranch. Thank you and we look forward to meeting you soon! FOR DOGS NOT LOCATED AT THE AKITA RANCH, PLEASE CONTACT THE SHELTER OR INDIVIDUAL LISTED IN THE DESCRIPTION DIRECTLY for more information on a particular dog.Big Handsome Boy needs breed exoerienced owner Rollie, formerly known as Ronaldo is an XL male Akita looking for a place to call his forever home. Like most Akitas, he can be aloof with strangers and doesn't appreciate them being too invasive of his personal space. He is a treat motivated ball of medium energy and loves to play then relax! He would do well with a breed savvy single person or couple who can handle his strength and size. No minors, small dogs or same gender dogs, sorry but that is just the way that most Akitas roll! The best way to get to know Rollie is to meet him in person, so please email APassionForPaws@gmail.com to get the ball rolling!   Visit Akita Ranch 28930 Ellis Ave, Romoland, CA, Open 10-5 daily BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Email apassionforpaws@gmail.com for adoption information. Follow us on Instagram @ http://instagram.com/apassionforpaws and on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Passion-For-Paws-Rescue-Inc/95142903795 and on Twitter https://twitter.com/apassionforpaws Did you know that you can be a hero? If this homeless dog steals your heart and you can't adopt at this time, we would welcome you to sponsor his/her rescue and save a life. Let us know by emailing us at: apassionforpaws@gmail.com THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING ANIMAL RESCUE!March 8, 2026, 10:08 pm

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Lavender

Husky Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 5 mos
Oceanside, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Lavender is a gentle soul with a heart as soft as her snowy coat. At just 4 months old, this sweet husky mix carries a quiet grace, preferring peaceful moments over chaos and always choosing kindness first. With her calm demeanor and soulful eyes, she has a way of making everyone around her feel safe and at ease. Lavender's adoption fee is $450 and includes her spay, microchip and current vaccinations. To fill out an adoption application, visit https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SSP-A-1781 To follow Lavender on her journey to a loving family on SPOT's Facebook page, visit https://facebook.com/spotsavespets/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/spotsavespets
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Lamar

Siberian Husky

Male, Adult
Oceanside, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: Lamar was brought in by their previous owner on May 1, 2026.Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Lamar! Lamar is a fun, active pup who's always ready for the next outing-especially if it involves a car ride. He's the ultimate co-pilot who thinks life is best viewed through a slightly rolled-down window. He's done well with kids and brings a cheerful, upbeat presence to every room he enters. This social guy has a bit of "FOMO" when it comes to being left alone, so he's looking for a family that can support him with plenty of enrichment and brain games to keep him occupied when the house gets quiet. He might even enjoy having another dog around who matches his vibe to help him keep the beat. Lamar is also a bit of an escape artist-think "Houdini, but with more fur"-so he'll need a secure home base where he can't accidentally wander off on an unscripted solo mission. If you're looking for a clever, ride-or-die companion, Lamar is ready to hop in! At SDHS: Lamar has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. Lamar is now ready for his new home! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 65.4 Age: 2yrs 6mths 2wks
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Dash

Siberian Husky

Male, Young
Oceanside, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
How this pet arrived: Dash was brought in by his previous owner on February 15, 2025 Why this pet is the one for you:Meet Dash! He's a young dog in training who's still learning that the world can be a safe place. He may start out cautious when everything is new, but with patience and a calm, steady approach, his sweet nature starts to shine. Dash will appreciate a cozy, quiet environment where he can relax and recharge when he's had enough excitement. He thrives with canine friends, so having a confident, well-adjusted dog in the home would be a big help - someone who can show him the ropes and help him feel more secure as he continues building confidence. Dash would do best in a home with children ages 8 and up, and all family members should be present for the meet-and-greet. With encouragement, consistency and a little belief in his potential, Dash is ready to become a beloved member of the family! At SDHS:Dash has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. He is now ready for his new home! Shy/Fearful Dog: Dash requires a virtual behavior consult, please watch THIS video to learn more about him. Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 33.2 Age: 1yrs 0mths 2wks

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14.9 miles

San Diego Humane Society - Escondido Campus

3500 Burnet Drive, Escondido, CA 92027

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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29.6 miles

San Diego Humane Society - San Diego Campus

5500 Gaines Street, San Diego, CA 92110

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

31 miles

Alljoy4Paws - San Diego, CA Transport

San Diego, CA 92103

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

39.6 miles

A Passion for Paws Rescue, Inc.

28930 Ellis Ave, Menifee, CA 92585

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

43.7 miles

Irvine Animal Care Center

6443 Oak Canyon, Irvine, CA 92618

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

45.8 miles

Newport Beach Animal Shelter

20302 Riverside, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Shelter

46.6 miles

Riverside County Animal Control - San Jacinto Shelter

581 S. Grand Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92582

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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