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Piccolo is an excitable fellow with great enthusiasm for all activities.
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Apr 24, 2025
A quirky cat with a larger-than-life personality
Piccolo is only 8 months old, but brings incredible energy and exuberance wherever he goes.
Charlotte is a Kai ken, a native Japanese breed traditionally used for hunting wild boar.
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Apr 10, 2025
This Kai ken’s a perfect 10
Energetic but also gentle, 3-year-old Charlotte has an endearing personality and a bright future ahead.
Amarone was taken in from the streets and has decided to give humans a chance — especially when they come bearing food.
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Apr 4, 2025
Meet the cool cat with a roguish mustache
After a life on the streets, amiable Amarone is ready for a place to call home.
Basilio is believed to be a Kai ken, one of the six dog breeds native to Japan.
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Mar 28, 2025
A tawny Kai ken discovers his courage
Rescued from a hoarder’s home, Basilio is easing up and learning to enjoy life again.
Saffron was found without food or water in a home where his owner had passed away.
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Mar 21, 2025
A shy cat looking for a new start
After being rescued from tough circumstances, Saffron is gradually coming out of his shell again.
After living a sheltered life with her previous owner, Crispin is just now getting used to being out in the world.
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Mar 12, 2025
A shy Shiba mix is ready to bloom
Seven-year-old Crispin is learning to explore the world and receive affection after a sheltered upbringing.
Since arriving at ARK as a nervous kitten, Donut has really grown into herself and opened up to people.
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Feb 27, 2025
Red tabby Donut is full of sweet energy
Always having a good time, Donut is eager for attention — and food.
Mushroom loves walks and gets along with people of all ages.
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Feb 20, 2025
Make room for Mushroom the dog
This laidback Shiba gets along easily with all kinds of people and dogs.
Timid though he may be at first, Tangelo warms up quickly and shows an eagerness for human companionship.
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Feb 14, 2025
Tangelo the cat is oh so sweet
This 10-year-old feline is yearning for love and attention from a warmhearted soul.
At 29 kilograms, Fanta’s size may be intimidating, but he’s easygoing and full of tenderness.
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Jan 31, 2025
Fanta-stic cuddler seeks new home
This gentle giant loves squeaky toys and will make a wonderful companion.
Though he comes from a troubled home, Bach is a sweet fellow who loves to play.
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Jan 24, 2025
Bach the bobtail will warm your lap and heart
This tuxedo cat loves to play with toys, but is just as happy taking it easy.
Nine-year-old Paprika loves food and is sure to bring a smile to your face.
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Jan 16, 2025
Always happy, always smiling
Paprika, sure to bring smiles, is looking for a new home.
When not zipping around, Bingo loves to cuddle and even play games on the smartphone.
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Jan 9, 2025
And Bingo was her name-o
Since finding each other at an adoption fair, Tara Podias and Bingo have become inseparable.
Jolene used to be so scared of humans, but has grown a lot calmer over time.
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Dec 19, 2024
A green-eyed cutie who loves to eat
Jolene used to be terribly scared of humans, but she’s considerably calmer now — especially when it’s mealtime.
Curious and friendly, Chicory is very nice to other dogs, which cannot be said for other Shibas.
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Dec 16, 2024
A smiley Shiba that plays nice and loves everyone
Chicory has all the cuteness of his Shiba breed without the usual prickly temperament.
Rossini No. 4
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Dec 2, 2024
Meet the tuxedo cat named after an opera maestro
Another handsome cat in ARK’s long line of operatic felines, 8-year-old Rossini comes with his own furry self-cleaning black-and-white tuxedo.
This 6-year-old pug loves being held, snuggling with his favorite blanket, relaxing on a sofa and going for strolls.
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Nov 25, 2024
After some rough times, Tosca needs a home for Christmas
This 6-year-old pug loves being held, snuggling with his favorite blanket, relaxing on a sofa and going for strolls.
The grey tabby cat Dorayaki is timid and cautious, but a gentle and patient person will certainly gain his trust over time.
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Nov 18, 2024
Scaredy-cat looking for his safe place
Someone gentle, caring and patient would be the best fit to help this poor thing overcome the fears from his past.
One of the cutest Shiba dogs at ARK, Pomelo is very true to her name.
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Nov 4, 2024
Bright and zesty Pomelo knows what she wants
Pomelo was named rather randomly when she arrived at ARK. Little did we know that the name was spot on. The description of the citrus fruit that comes up online — “bright, tangy and refreshing, with an acidity and zestiness that adds an invigorating quality” — fits this girl to a T.
Healthy, affectionate and incredibly cute, Jessie also loves other cats and will even tolerate dogs.
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Oct 28, 2024
Jessie wants to be your sunny new friend
Young orange tabby Jessie is a sweetheart who’s simply out of luck.

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Dangami House is a 180-year-old former samurai residence of the Kato clan, who ruled over Ozu, Ehime Prefecture, until the Meiji Restoration.
A house, a legacy and the quiet work of restoration in rural Japan