Akita Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Stoke-on-Trent
There is 1 Akita looking for a new home in and around Stoke-on-Trent right now, listed by Ashbourne Animal Welfare. Includes Akitas, Japanese Akita Inus and their crosses.
It is with a rescue within about 25 miles of Stoke-on-Trent, in Ashbourne. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Stoke-on-Trent.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Akitas near Stoke-on-Trent right now
1 Akita is listed in or around Stoke-on-Trent today, all with one rescue. It is male. The newest was added on 20 October 2026.
- Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 17 miles away: 1 Akita
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About Akitas
| Breed group | Utility |
|---|---|
| Size | Large |
| Height (breed standard) | Dogs 66 to 71 cm, bitches 61 to 66 cm |
| Exercise | More than 2 hours a day |
| Size of home | Large house with a large garden |
| Grooming | Once a week |
| Coat | Short (sheds) |
| Lifespan | Over 10 years |
What Akitas are like to live with
The Royal Kennel Club describes the Akita as a "strong, courageous dog of Japanese origin" and the largest breed in its Utility group. It was developed in Japan for hunting bear, deer and wild boar, and the Akita as we see it today was developed in America, "becoming stronger in bone and substance".
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: Akita (Height from the Akita breed standard. All in sources.)
Read the full Akita guide: health, temperament, costs and UK law →
Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
Guides for Akita adopters in Stoke-on-Trent
Akitas in Stoke-on-Trent: your questions
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How many rescue Akitas are available for adoption in Stoke-on-Trent?
As of 8 November 2026, 1 Akita is listed for adoption in and around Stoke-on-Trent on LocalPetFinder, from Ashbourne Animal Welfare. It is with a rescue within about 25 miles of Stoke-on-Trent, shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Stoke-on-Trent have Akitas right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Ashbourne Animal Welfare (at Ashbourne, about 17 miles away): 1. The newest was added on 20 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt an Akita in Stoke-on-Trent?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Akitas on this page are with Ashbourne Animal Welfare (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.
What is the difference between an Akita and a Japanese Akita Inu?
The Royal Kennel Club treats them as two breeds. It calls the Japanese Akita Inu the original Akita as found in Japan, while the Akita as we see it today was developed in America and is stronger in bone. The two were separated in 2006. The breed standards give the Akita a slightly bigger height range and accept more colours.
How much exercise does an Akita need?
More than two hours a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. It lists the breed as large and suited to a large house with a large garden. Dogs Trust says Akitas are typically high-energy and need daily walks, play and enrichment. Ask the rescue about this dog, as age and health make a difference.
Are Akitas good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 1 Akitas listed in and around Stoke-on-Trent is marked by its rescue as able to live with children today. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.
How much does it cost to adopt an Akita in Stoke-on-Trent?
The Akitas listed in and around Stoke-on-Trent today are with Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 17 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Are there Akita puppies for sale in Stoke-on-Trent?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Akita on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 1 Akita listed in and around Stoke-on-Trent today is with Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 17 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. If you searched "akita puppies for sale Stoke-on-Trent", the Akitas here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.
Can I get a free Akita to a good home in Stoke-on-Trent, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 1 Akita listed in and around Stoke-on-Trent today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; all are with Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 17 miles away (1). Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Are there Akita puppies for adoption in Stoke-on-Trent?
Not right now: none of the 1 listed in and around Stoke-on-Trent is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.
Are there older Akitas for adoption in Stoke-on-Trent?
Not right now: none of the 1 listed in and around Stoke-on-Trent is aged 7 or over by its listed age. Older Akitas do come into rescue, so check back. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.
Is there an Akita rescue near me in Stoke-on-Trent?
As of 8 November 2026, the Akitas listed in and around Stoke-on-Trent are with Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 17 miles away (1). You can also see Akitas across England. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.
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