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Akita puppies and dogs in Columbus, Ohio

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Lakota

Akita Keeshond

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos
Plain City, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Lakota — Our Calm, Confident Teddy Bear 🧸Lakota is a breathtaking 4-year-old, 82-pound Akita mix with a magnificent fluffy coat and an impressive presence. But what really makes this beautiful girl stand out isn't her looks — it's her wonderfully calm, gentle personality.Lakota has spent the past several months in foster care while completing treatment for heartworm, giving us a chance to learn what she's really like in a home. Her foster describes her as a “sweet, gentle giant” who is always ready with a friendly tail wag and a kiss. She's calm and quiet, affectionate with her people and, despite that impressive Akita exterior, basically one big teddy bear. Lakota is extremely well house trained and has excellent manners in the home. She enjoys walks around the block and is perfectly content to stop and simply watch the world go by. She's good with children and has the kind of steady, easygoing presence that makes her a lovely companion. Lakota does need to be the only dog in her home. She'd be a wonderful match for someone looking for one special dog to be their companion and enjoy walks, quiet time and plenty of affection together.Best of all, Lakota has now successfully completed her heartworm treatment and is ready to put that chapter behind her. After months in foster care, this beautiful girl is ready for the next chapter — a forever home of her own. If you're looking for a calm, affectionate companion with a soft heart under all that fluff, Lakota may be your girl. Apply at caninecollective.org to meet her!

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Below are our newest added Akitas available for adoption in Columbus, Ohio. To see more adoptable Akitas in Columbus, Ohio, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
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Uhura

Husky

Female, 6 yrs
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Uhura (sounds like oo-HOO-rah, like the "Star Trek" character) is a petite husky (43 pounds) who was found on a rural highway bordering Indiana and Ohio earlier this summer. In her distress, she approached a kind couple's home for food and comfort, and our volunteer in the area got her safe and is fostering her so Uhura would not have to go to the shelter. We learned that Uhura had been someone's dog, had been rehomed, and, we suspect, dumped on this rural highway. We also learned that she is about 6 years old, was a beloved family member to a home with young children, and had several litters of puppies of her own. She is a mellow, sweet girl who gets along with cats. She has not been around other dogs in our care, but there is no reason to think that she would not be good with them, too. Another dog in the home is not necessary, though. Uhura would be fine as the only dog. Uhura is an easy going pup; however, she is absolutely terrified of thunderstorms and fireworks and will try to bust out of her crate or gated area. Ideally, she would be in a home where her human is around a lot for companionship. And she's good company! Uhura is spayed (no more litters!), up to date on her vaccines, on flea/tick/heartworm prevention, and crate- and house-trained. She walks pretty well on a leash, too. For utmost safety, we'd strongly prefer this beauty to have a physically fenced yard where there is no chance she's ever back on a rural highway, scared and alone and at risk. Uhura is available for adoption in Ohio to residents of Ohio. We would consider residents of eastern Indiana in Uhura's case, since she is close to the Indiana line. If you are interested in learning if you and Uhura are a good match, please contact us at 614.377.1777 or complete the online application here (copy and paste into your browser): https://hhdane.formstack.com/forms/lostpetrecoveryadoptionform
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Deacon

Staffordshire Bull Terrier Husky

Male, Adult
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Brought to my doorstep by a neighbor who found him roaming on our street July 31st. We put up fliers, contacting shelters, petfbi, and other resources. He turned a year old in June according to microchip information. His original owners rehomed him due to being a boisterous boy and they couldn't handle him. He was re homed with a woman with kids according to them. They didn't have interest in taking him back. His new home was never relocated. He isn't good with cats and has high prey drive. I personally think he would thrive in a family that would do sports with him, if not at least an active home that would take him on hiking adventures. He loves to hunt and track things. So barn hunt would be a fantastic outlet and even lure coursing. He is playful and affectionate and enjoys a good couch cuddle.Will come with discounted grooming, dog sitting, and free 6 sessions of dog training. His shots will be updated before placed in new home.
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Cooper

German Shepherd Dog Husky

Male, Young
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rehoming due to changes in my life that I can no longer care for them.Cooper is a Husky/German Shepherd mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart. He is energetic and loves to play, but after 30–60 minutes of intentional exercise, training, or interaction, he’s happy to settle down and relax.His recall and loyalty are incredible. He does have some separation anxiety and will attempt to sing, though it sounds more like a dying seal. Thankfully, it lasts only a few minutes before he settles. Xander now too sings alongside cooper but his sounds like a little girl finding her loud voice lol, it’s hysterical. He has a few quirks though. If he isn’t getting enough mental or physical stimulation, he does chasing the cats or counter surfing is a solution for entertainment and may steal something harmless like a fork just to get your attention. He is a very loyal, aims to please you dog, loves to be with his peopleThey are bonded, and my greatest hope is that they can stay together.

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Canine Collective

11144 US-42N, Plain City, OH 43064

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