Past the kitten-cute age, a bit shy and without the best sense of timing, Komatsu "never quite learned that it's the outgoing cats that get adopted."

In what is a first for The Japan Times ARK listing, this week features a dog in need not of adoption but a foster home.

Parco is the epitome of chill, with a relaxing laid-back attitude that is downright fetching.

Sexism is one of the scourges of the nation. Fortunately, it's a problem that can be tackled through education. So why isn't anyone doing this?

Ten-year-old Nexco, a gentle, healthy Akita mix with an endearing smile promises no hassle, no drama, no silliness.

The miniature dachshund Ilio, first featured here in February, has found a home with the Furutas.

Globe-trotting son of Zambian envoy thought he'd seen it all until he arrived on these shores.

The mystery is how this beauty, who came to ARK a full six months ago, can still be sitting in the shelter without a home of her own.

Weighing less than most cats, Parasol belongs to the breed of dog that was long popular in the houses of Japanese nobility.

Hush, little baby: Nick and his three siblings were found crying, desperately trying to suckle at the belly of their dead mother. They were rescued by a kind soul out walking a dog, taken into foster care and have now grown into healthy youngsters. ...

Pickles, an 8-year-old pointer mix, was taken in when she was found wandering the streets alone.