Dog for Adoption: Yu

What she lacks in size, Yu makes up for in heart. She has a huge one. This little tan dachshund is half the size of a big cat and certainly smaller than your average one. Indeed, there’s nothing average about Yu. Nine years old, she is a friend to all — dogs, cats, children, men and women. She’s a dog with class. No crazy kid stuff here. She’s quiet and social and loves to sit in laps. Yu would fit into any family, one with children, one without. She’d suit single people and senior citizens as well, or even make a great dog for a busy shop. You name it, Yu can handle it, because, like they say, size… just doesn’t matter.

Originally published in the Japan Times on Saturday, August 15, 2009. Photo by Kaori Kayano.

Interested in Adopting Yu?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

The Japan Times supports stray and abandoned animals by publishing this photo box every Saturday in the Weekend/People section of the paper. The information is then archived here on the Angels with Fur site one week later, on the following Saturday.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site

Dog for Adoption: Beckham

The 10-year-old beagle Beckham came to ARK after he was found wandering along a major intersection alone about seven years ago. He was fortunate enough to be adopted but returned to ARK when his owner had to be hospitalized. A second adoption resulted in his return to the shelter yet again due to a weight gain and his owners’ unwillingness to either slim him down or deal with the consequences — a need for frequent walks. Beckham loves to beg for food and he’s so cute it’s hard not to be a pushover. Still, what he needs more than tidbits is a loving but intelligent owner who can show him a bit of tough love in order to keep him svelte and healthy. Beckham is good with children and other dogs. His only vice is an appetite that gets him in trouble.

Originally published in the Japan Times on Saturday, August 8, 2009. Photo by Asuka Hirata.

Interested in Adopting Beckham?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

The Japan Times supports stray and abandoned animals by publishing this photo box every Saturday in the Weekend/People section of the paper. The information is then archived here on the Angels with Fur site one week later, on the following Saturday.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site

Success Story: Cherry

The Japan Times and Tokyo ARK have given Angels with Fur kind permission to reprint notices regarding pet adoptions (see: potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site). In addition to requests for adoption, they also publish success stories about pets who find new homes. Here is the latest success story.

Kyoko Kitaguchi poses with her recently adopted Cherry (right) and Boss, another dog she had adopted from ARK. Cherry was first featured here last November. She had been abandoned by her first owners and left locked in an apartment when they moved out. She spent seven long years at the shelter waiting for a home. Finally, adopted by the Kitaguchis, Kyoko and husband, Hiroki, Cherry is now part of a caring family. Love and care have done wonders. Kitaguchi, however, refuses to take the credit. “It is Cherry who is trying her best to fit in with us.” This is the third dog the Kitaguchis have adopted from ARK. Although they recognize how adorable and cute puppies are, Kyoko says she has a fondness for older dogs and also sympathizes with them. “Like humans, the loneliness that comes with age is a very sad thing.” Also, she feels more of a bond with older animals. “Unlike with puppies, I find it easier to communicate with older dogs. There is something about older dogs that I love.” And, Kyoko, there’s something about you we love! From ARK and The Japan Times, thank you for giving Cherry a home.

Originally published in the Japan Times on Saturday, July 18, 2009. Photo by Kyoko Kitaguchi.

Interested in Adopting a Pet?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

The Japan Times supports stray and abandoned animals by publishing this photo box every Saturday in the Weekend/People section of the paper. The information is then archived here on the Angels with Fur site one week later, on the following Saturday.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site

Dog for Adoption: Black Jack

Black Jack spent all nine years of his life with his previous owner before that person fell ill and had to be hospitalized. Black Jack came to ARK, but being an older dog, he is having trouble adjusting to the noisy shelter. To tell the truth, he is not doing well. In fact, his is one of the rare cases where euthanization has been considered. A Siberian husky mix of about 15 kg, Black Jack has one brown eye, one blue, is very friendly, loves to cuddle and loves to go for walks. But, he is sad and visibly stressed at being kept in a confined area. He has some space at the moment but will cry all night long if kept in the kennel. He is in good health now but it is feared the stress and loneliness will take its toll. Black Jack is fine with other dogs and would be good for someone with a garden and a high fence. Even though he is 9, he can jump like a puppy. Older dogs often have difficulty adjusting to change and the move from a loving home to the impersonal shelter can be traumatic. ARK is hoping some kind soul will help give Black Jack back what he so painfully misses, a place he can call his own, a place to call home.

Originally published in the Japan Times on Saturday, July 11, 2009. Photo by Kyoko Harada.

Interested in Adopting Black Jack?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

The Japan Times supports stray and abandoned animals by publishing this photo box every Saturday in the Weekend/People section of the paper. The information is then archived here on the Angels with Fur site one week later, on the following Saturday.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site

Success Story: Jay

The Japan Times and Tokyo ARK have given Angels with Fur kind permission to reprint notices regarding pet adoptions (see: potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site). In addition to requests for adoption, they also publish success stories about pets who find new homes. Here is the latest success story.

The lovable Newfoundland Jay, pictured here with his new owner Ikuo Oiwa, was kept chained up inside an empty office at his former home. He was not allowed to play or approach other dogs. After being featured here in late April, he was adopted by Ikuo and his wife, Hiroko. The Oiwas, who reside in Ehime Prefecture, love big dogs and also have a female Bernese mountain dog named Flan. Ikuo flew to Tokyo to meet Jay, then flew him back to his new home. Jay is now part of the family, with a new big friend to run and play with, and a huge dog park to romp in. The Oiwas have even converted the car so Jay can ride to the park more comfortably. Most importantly, he has found a family that cares about him and loves and understands his breed. From ARK and The Japan Times, we extend the Oiwa family a most heartfelt thank-you for adopting Jay and showing that big dogs too can find love and wide open spaces in Japan.

Originally published in the Japan Times on Saturday, June 20, 2009. Photo by Hiroko Oiwa.

Interested in Adopting a Pet?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

The Japan Times supports stray and abandoned animals by publishing this photo box every Saturday in the Weekend/People section of the paper. The information is then archived here on the Angels with Fur site one week later, on the following Saturday.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site

Dog for Adoption: Mac

Mac is a 7-month old puppy that was dumped in front of the shelter along with his two sisters. The sisters have already found homes, but Mac hasn’t. He has a lovely character, and though young, is a very secure, well-rounded dog that appears older than his years (months). At adoption events he is so engrossed in playing with the other dogs that he forgets the task at hand (to impress humans with his adoptability) and is forever being left behind. The needy and insecure often get the attention and get adopted more quickly. It’s a shame, because Mac is a great little guy. House-broken and trained on pet sheets, Mac doesn’t bark and he plays well with all dogs. Best of all, he loves people. He’s in perfect health and is full of energy, perfect for an athletically minded person or someone who wants to be more active. Please welcome this kind character into your life. He will be a true friend, a loyal and loving companion for life.

Originally published in the Japan Times on Saturday, June 13, 2009. Photo by Machiko Nakano.

Interested in Adopting Mac?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

The Japan Times supports stray and abandoned animals by publishing this photo box every Saturday in the Weekend/People section of the paper. The information is then archived here on the Angels with Fur site one week later, on the following Saturday.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site

Dogs for Adoption: Remi, Romi, Route

Ed’s note: Remi, Romi, and Route found new homes!

These three Yorkshire Terriers came from a breeder and were used as breeding dogs, so they look older than they really are. They came to ARK when the breeder fell ill and was unable to take care of them. Unfortunately, breeders do not always know what they are doing and the dogs that they produce sometimes have problems.

Remi is six years old. Her ears get dirty but if someone tries to clean them, she gets very stressed. Of the five dogs who were rescued from this breeder, Remi was the biggest “frady cat”, but she is slowing becoming more brave. With her thin body and long legs, she kind of resembles ET — her nickname at the shelter — but she is a good dog who doesn’t bark unnecessarily.

Romi is seven years old. She had a mammary tumour that was removed when she was spayed.

Six-year old Route has a right ear that flops over but it doesn’t affect her at all.

It would be wonderful if these dogs could find families that could take care of them during their golden years. None of them have been toilet trained, so their new owners will have to have the patience to teach them.

Interested in Adopting a Yorkie?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site

Dog for Adoption: Tomezo

Tomezo, a 3-year-old Shiba mix, is the perfect dog for someone who loves the Shiba breed. He is typical of the breed in that he loves people, going for walks, and being in the garden. Like many Shibas, though, he is not fond of other male dogs. Tomezo was found earlier this year abandoned in the street and, initially, was afraid of the shelter staff. He would run away from them, but now he runs to them for cuddles and he sleeps by the office desk on a blanket. He has been neutered, fully vaccinated, is still young and has passed his vet check with flying colors. Tomezo has a calm temperament and with his love of the outdoors, would make the perfect gardening partner. Please come and meet Tomezo in Tokyo, discover his charms for yourself, and let love blossom.

Originally published in the Japan Times on Saturday, May 16, 2009. Photo by Ayako Nagano.

Interested in Adopting Tomezo?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

The Japan Times supports stray and abandoned animals by publishing this photo box every Saturday in the Weekend/People section of the paper. The information is then archived here on the Angels with Fur site one week later, on the following Saturday.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site

Success Story: Nozomi

The Japan Times and Tokyo ARK have given Angels with Fur kind permission to reprint notices regarding pet adoptions (see: potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site). In addition to requests for adoption, they also publish success stories about pets who find new homes. Here is the latest success story.

Nozomi (foreground, right), featured here in January, has found a new home with Brenda and Darryl Gibson of Yokohama, and Shoga, a dog the Gibsons rescued five years ago. The Gibsons, originally from Canada, accepted Nozomi without a trial period. ‘‘We could tell she was going to work out as soon as she got to our apartment,’’ says Darryl. Nozomi is ‘‘already a member of the family and a great companion for Shoga, who was used to having an older dog around.’’ The Gibsons’ first dog, whom they had found, died at the age of 17 last year. The fact that the 9-year-old Nozomi was an older dog was actually ‘‘a large part of the attraction,’’ according to Darryl. ‘‘I suspect younger dogs and puppies don’t have too much trouble finding homes, but older ones do and we had decided that if we got another dog after our first one died, we would want to make sure she was a dog that was perhaps somewhat unlikely to find a home elsewhere easily.’’ Thank you Darryl and Brenda, from The Japan Times and ARK for thinking of the older animals who are all too often passed over. Thank you for giving Nozomi a home, most surely a home with heart.

Originally published in the Japan Times on Saturday, March 7, 2009. Photo by Drew Gibson.

Interested in Adopting a Pet?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

The Japan Times supports stray and abandoned animals by publishing this photo box every Saturday in the Weekend/People section of the paper. The information is then archived here on the Angels with Fur site one week later, on the following Saturday.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site

Dog for Adoption: Zas

The 9-month-old Zas can best be described as a little princess. She is highly intelligent, sensitive to the point of being timid, bossy, funny, and on occasion downright mean to other dogs. But, in the end both humans and dogs succumb to her charms. Her youthful energy is channeled into forever thinking up ways to get your attention — it usually involves stealing your things — so she does need a kind, yet experienced owner that will lead her and not adversely react to her attempts to turn your eye her way. Zas walks well on the lead, but is still getting used to the frightening noise of trains roaring past. Of slight build and easily carried, this princess is ready for a new life in Tokyo with a human companion that will recognize her charms, but ignore her tantrums. Zas loves soft blankets and sunbathing and would simply be over the moon to find herself out of the shelter pen and living in a real castle of her own.

Originally published in the Japan Times on Saturday, April 18, 2009. Photo by Machiko Nakano.

Interested in Adopting Zas?

Please email ARK at tokyoark[at]arkbark.net or call 080-6146-3889 (English) or 080-6517-8913 (Japanese). Tokyo ARK is a nonprofit organization founded by Brit Elizabeth Oliver. It is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals. All animals are vaccinated, neutered, and microchipped. Prospective new owners undergo a screening process.

The Japan Times supports stray and abandoned animals by publishing this photo box every Saturday in the Weekend/People section of the paper. The information is then archived here on the Angels with Fur site one week later, on the following Saturday.

See also: Other potential pets who have been featured on the Angels with Fur site