Georgia Akita Rescue Division

04/20/2026

Senior Toby checking from the boarding facility- look how happy he is!

04/14/2026

We had hoped to share a Gotcha Day post a couple of weeks ago for senior rescue, Toby, but instead we have to post that he is sadly- and we aren’t sure why- still looking for his forever home. With rescues, we don’t always know their backstory. We also know a lot of times they enter rescue with minor medical issues- or in Toby’s case- due to his size and age- normal senior Akita things. He was returned due to no fault of his own. We are devastated. He got along beautifully with the resident female dog, but sadly he was returned for conditions related to being a 7+ year old dog. His hips aren’t as good as a 2 year old. He could benefit from slow steady conditioning to strengthen them- we don’t know his history. He could benefit from joint supplements. He could benefit from some time and understanding. Toby does not have hip dysplasia nor any major medical issues. He had a very minor skin infection which his adopter got antibiotics for. But sadly, he is back in boarding waiting for his perfect patient forever home.

Please remember when taking on an older Akita, they aren’t perfect. We don’t know everything, but we know enough to know this dog is a gem. Please if you’re considering the most well behaved, dog tolerant older Akita, please consider Toby.

Please email us- [email protected]

03/10/2026

TOBY has been neutered and vetted and is looking for his forever home! Toby is truly a gem- a gentle giant. He’s the perfect age- 7 years young. Toby walks like a dream on a leash, fine in a kennel, respectful of other animals, and doesn’t meet a stranger. Could you really any for anything better?

Toby is located near Macon, GA.

Please send an email to [email protected] to learn more or to adopt!

Toby will not be adopted to any homes with another large breed male dog. Toby is not tested on cats.

02/15/2026

Toby checking in to say thank you to everyone for making it possible to save him! He was neutered yesterday, and so far is about as perfect a gentleman as can be!

Toby is ready to find the most perfect couch! Submit your application today on our website - no cats, no small dogs or other large male dogs!

Toby recently rescued from a shelter in middle Georgia.

01/30/2026

Sometimes our hearts need a little break to catch up with the trials and tribulations that come along with doing rescue work. But then, one day a trusted friend sends us a message and says, you’re needed, please help. Thank you Heather Zaresky and Georgia Canine Rescue and Rehabilitation for reminding us that what we have done does matter. And we are still very much needed.
So, we are happy to welcome Senior Toby into GARD.

Toby is a 7 year old male who found himself as a stray and was brought into the shelter in middle Georgia. He is an absolute gem to people, and is even very dog friendly. We know this guy deserved our help.

But, we do need your help. His boarding is $10 a day and he will need to be fully vetted. We would really appreciate anything to help us help this deserving Senior Akita.

Please consider a donation below, our our PayPal is [email protected]

Thank you from the heart- and if you’re interested in giving this boy a home, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

12/12/2025

Thank you Diane Merits for choosing us to benefit!

Nakama the Elf-Kita hopped onto the shelf one snowy night, determined to be the m… Mike Lynch needs your support for Nakama The Elf-Kita - Artist Diane Merits

12/07/2025

Check out this awesome statue!

https://www.gofundme.com/f/nakama-the-elfkita-artist-diane-merits?attribution_id=sl:88e01da9-aea3-4ed1-b395-f8e6e272de66&lang=en_US&ts=1763844075&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp17_tc&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&fbclid=IwRlRTSAOin5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe8IT-LKFwKDy7pLsDCfvzXAQvLgRnn3rru291u7RDtB8Hcszt_QS8K0IltOM_aem_rCkgjyKgHYIfAuh7tIVbqw

Nakama the Elf-Kita hopped onto the shelf one snowy night, determined to be the m… Mike Lynch needs your support for Nakama The Elf-Kita - Artist Diane Merits

10/13/2025

After being in rescue for almost 5 years, we are super happy to announce that Tina and Jerry have foster FAILED (once again and we aren’t sad) and have decided to make KATIE officially a forever family member. We are so thankful for them, and we know Katie is as well! Happy Gotcha Day Katie!

10/08/2025

We needed a feel good story today…so here is one of Ronan enjoying the adopted life ❤️

09/09/2025

Thank you to everyone who has participated in our long standing raffle! It was suggested that we do that instead of an auction, but it’s taken longer than we hoped! We have closed out lots of items that will ship soon. We have lots of outstanding donations so please if you could, send those in- we have two dogs going to the vet in the next week, so every penny helps!

Our PayPal is [email protected]

If you prefer to mail a check, our mailing address is PO Box 420, Lexington GA 30648

Thank you !