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T.R. (which stands for "the runt") and his siblings came from an older couple who had found a beautiful Akita mix wandering around their neighborhood.  Low and behold, just a few days later that dog had puppies in their bathroom.  Now that T.R.  is old enough, he's ready for a home of his own!

Foster Update:  T.R. is a cream colored puppy. He's smaller than his brother and sister and his tail got broken somewhere along the way so it curves the wrong way but it wags just the same when he's happy and having fun. He's a very calm puppy, as puppies go. He usually comes back inside first when we're outside for longer potty breaks and he is usually the first one to fall asleep when its nap time. When we're inside he's typically either laying down watching everything going on or he's laying down and quietly chewing on a toy. T.R. is very laid back. He's slightly cautious when he's in a new situation but it doesn't take him long at all to feel secure. T.R. is a very good puppy. He has chewed on a couple of things around the house but generally gets the hint when I distract him from it. T.R. loves everyone. If you have hands that can pet him, he loves you. T.R. is great with my dog and with my cats. He is curious about the cats but hasn't ever chased them or tried to paw or bite at them. T.R. is what I call half house trained. He has never pooped in the house and if he does need to go pee he will walk to the door and look outside but I usually get about 10 seconds warning before he goes ahead and pees in the house. He is really good about every time we go outside he will immediately pee and then go find a spot and poop if he needs to. T.R. would really be good in any home. He has an independent side that would make him good as an only pet, but he doesn't seem to mind having other animals around so a multiple pet home would work too.

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Akita is native to the island of Honshu in the region of Akita in Japan, where it has remained unchanged for centuries. Today, the Akita is considered the national dog of Japan and is designated as a Natural Monument. The breed has had many uses, first as an Imperial guard dog, then as a fighting dog, hunter of deer and bear, for sledding, and for police, army and guard work. The Akita has keen hunting abilities and can even hunt in deep snow. He has a soft mouth, so he is suitable for waterfowl retrieval. In Japan, small statues of the Akita are often sent to ill people to express a wish for their speedy recovery, and to parents of newborn children to symbolize health. The first Akita was brought to the USA by Helen Keller. American servicemen also brought Akitas to the US after World War II. The Akita is docile, but sometimes spontaneous. Careful and very affectionate with its family. Intelligent, courageous and fearless. It is very willful and needs firm training as a puppy. The Akita is a first class guard dog. Japanese mothers would often leave their children in the family Akita's care. They are extremely faithful and thrive on companionship. The Akita is very aggressive to other dogs and animals and should therefore never be allowed to run off its lead around other animals. It should definitely be supervised with other household pets and children. Although the breed may tolerate and be good with children from his own family, he may not accept other children. If teased, Akita's may bite. Children must be taught to treat these dogs with kindness. This breed can be very food-possessive and willful. They are capable of ferocity, but with firm training, can make a fine pet. Obedience training requires patience, as these dogs tend to get bored quickly. The Akita needs to be with its family. It vocalizes with many interesting sounds, but it is not an excessive barker. It has an expected life span of 10-12 years.