Akita Angels

28/08/2026

Today is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day.
We're sending lots of love and hugs to anyone mourning the loss of a furry family member. ❤️

26/08/2026

Today is National Dog Day!
This holiday was created in 2004 by Colleen Paige, a pet and family lifestyle expert and animal advocate. She created this day so that all dogs can be celebrated, to draw attention to the number of dogs in shelters, and to encourage adoption to those who have yet to find a home.
Colleen also uses the day to draw attention to the multiple ways dogs contribute to society. From putting their lives on the line to help law enforcement and rescue teams, to providing assistance for those who need it as a service or guide dog, or as an emotional support companion.

10/08/2026

Today is National Spoil Your Dog Day! It might be crazy, but we are so in love with our dogs! Granted they can be a little needy, but during times when it seems nobody loves us, they always do.
Your pup is always there for you, so dole out those treats, do some doggy activities, and show your dog a lot of love...and give lots of belly rubs!!

08/07/2026

Love this!!!!

A Connecticut family is praising their husky after the dog sprang into action and chased off a bear that charged toward a young boy in the family’s driveway over the Fourth of July weekend. https://ktla.com/news/nationworld/family-dog-chases-off-bear-charging-toward-young-boy-in-connecticut/

06/07/2026

04/07/2026

In rescue, we call the 4th of July the "Fill the Shelters Day." Dogs, terrified of the loud noises and exploding fireworks, can become stressed, anxious, pace, attempt to run and hide from the sounds, and injure themselves in the process. So many dogs get out of their yards or an open door or screen door and end up running through the street. Often they are lost or stolen, or hit by a car and injured or killed.
Please don't let your dogs be one of those statistics. If your dog doesn't normally wear a collar and tag, put one on him. Keep him inside, preferably with you, and turn on the AC, a fan, the TV or stereo...loud.
While it's very "human" to hug another frightened human, doing this to your dog as they shake produces the opposite result: it's reassuring them that they DO have something to worry about. Doing your best to be "normal" and keeping this day as normal as possible, despite the AC and loud TV, reassures your dog there is nothing to be worried about. If there is a particularly loud set of fireworks, a quick verbal "you're OK" and a pat on the head/body is all you need, then go back to keeping things "normal." Be safe, folks. We'll get through this.

30/06/2026

Fun for you, absolute terror for (most) dogs.
In the rescue community, the 4th of July is known as "Fill the Shelter Day." Dogs that are normally calm can become destructive in the weeks and days prior to or after the 4th as people begin to test out their illegal fireworks. Dogs will break out or dig out, injuring themselves in the process, and many are hit by cars. Many shelters won't take dogs during this time of year due to lack of space. Some cannot take owner surrendered dogs in or are forced to make room by euthanizing. If your dog is sensitive to fireworks, as most are, please consider staying home with them.

25/06/2026

21/06/2026

Happy Father’s Day ❤️ to those who make a difference in the lives of the 2, and 4, legged kids.

09/06/2026

Today is World Pet Memorial Day, an occasion to honor those family members who are waiting for us on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. May they live forever in our hearts. ❤️