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Winn-Dixie Jacksonville Open - TPC Sawgrass - PGA National Tour |
If you're a golf fan or know someone who is, this is your lucky day. Please take a look, this may be just what you've been waiting for. Even if you're not a golf fan, this would make a great gift, and 100% goes to ARSF |
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Help us and help yourself and your pet through training. |
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KOBI IS LOST!
Kobis owner recently passed away and he was adopted by a nice couple from Lantana, Florida through a Craigs List posting near the end of July. ARSF needs to make contact with the new owners to give them health information and any other assistance they may need. Kobi is very important to us and we just need to know where he is and we want his new owners to know that he is always welcome back with us if they are ever unable to keep him. ARSF in no way wants to take Kobi from his new home. If you have any information on where we can contact Kobis new owners, please contact Dorie (904) 398-5786 |
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Is an Akita for you? Please visit Akitas-4-U
for some great information.
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EACH ONE REACH ONE!! This program allows you to commit to assisting Akita owners who cannot afford to spay or neuter their pet, thereby saving hundreds of purebred Akitas from being euthanized in public shelters. Please follow the link above to find out how to give to this marvelous program - it's a wonderful way to help |
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LOST Have you seen ZEUS ? He was last seen in Marathon Key, Fla. and is sorely missed by his family. Can you help???? SHEBA , a beautiful female Akita, was LOST in Cape Coral, Fla., when she jumped through the screen door at home. There is a REWARD for her return. ICARUS - a gorgeous Akita who was dog-napped from his family in North Miami. Have you seen this dog???? |
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Tips and Help for placing your Pet. Please read this before contacting ARSF
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The Akita is a very ancient breed, tracing its history in Japan back more than 2500 years. In 1931, the Akita was designated as a Natural Monument in his native country and in 1937 the first Akita was brought to the United States by Helen Keller. The breed was recognized by the AKC in 1973. The Akita is very aptly described by Westminster: the breed's " proud heritage includes hunting large game such as bear, elk, and boar. This powerful and dignified member of the Working Group is renowned for courage and loyalty, but may not be tolerant of other animals. His luxurious double coat can include any combination of vibrant colors. Aloof toward strangers, they form strong family bonds. Highly intelligent with a keen sense of humor, the Akita responds best to respectful commands and training techniques that rely on motivation rather than force. Strong-willed and proud, Akitas are not receptive to abusive methods."
The Akita is a large, powerful dog, with some males weighing over 100 pounds.
Natural guard dogs and aloof by nature, most are still very tolerant of children.
Akitas are alert and responsive (though very rarely hyperactive), and sometimes
become lethargic in hot weather - which also heralds one of the times of year
they shed their soft, fluffy undercoat all over your house (think miniature
tumbleweeds). One should keep in mind that these dogs, though all of one breed,
have personalities as individual as you and me. One of the greatest advantages
to getting your Akita from our organization is that its temperament will have
already been evaluated - within reason, we can tell you if a specific dog doesn't
like cats, for example. The potential owner should always keep in mind that
any large breed of dog can be a potential danger if mistreated or not properly
trained, and must commit him or herself to the proper care and training of his
or her new family member. The Akita is usually docile, quiet, and needs only
a moderate amount of exercise. Fiercely loyal, the Akita prefers human company
to that of other animals and is not happy when separated from his family. These
wonderful dogs, though not for everyone, are just what many people are looking
for (tumbleweeds and all)!
