Garnet

home for Gigi

Desperately looking to rehome our American Akita Garnet ( GiGi). She just turned 8 years old but is still young at heart! Because of the environment she brought up in before we received her it takes some time for her to adjust but once she does. She’s your furry shadow. A sweet dog that will protect her family no matter what. Because if certain situations we are unable to care for she the way she deserves and want her to find a family that will treat her right.

Pet's Name: Garnet
Dog: Primary Breed: American Akita
Birthdate, estimate is okay: 9-1-2016
Age Category: Adult
Where did you get your pet?: Gift
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: 9-1-2016
Gender: Female
Size (at full grown): Large
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 90
Primary Color: Black (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Tennis ball, walks outside
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: Yes
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, down, paw, speak, stay
Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?: She has bit a dog before, the said dog broke off the leach and charged at us, garnet went into protect mode.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: No issues
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: N/a
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?: She likes the option to sleep in the room with you or the kitten where it’s cool.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: No
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
How is your dog with other dogs?: Selective: Gets along with some dogs but not others.
How is your dog with cats?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: Garnet is a big baby once she’s comfortable with you, she will seek you out and lay on/ around you just looking for rubs / attention .
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Though a yard isn’t required she would greatly love to be outside as much as possible, also someone that has time for walks and is patient with her.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Personal Problems
Rehoming reason details (if necessary): We received garnet as a surprise gift when she was a pup but was living in an unsafe environment. We later took her with us to a new home and have been trying to take care of her since. The household just isn’t big enough for her as well as being unable to care for her the way she deserves.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: One month
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Regular dog food
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Clarksburg, MD
Zip Code: 20871
How did you hear about us?: Other Referral
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