Pet adoption

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Mar 6, 2019

Hello, is it Lionel the pup you're looking for?

Lionel is 2 years old and was rescued in Yamaguchi Prefecture, a place where they still lay wire snares to trap dogs.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Feb 25, 2019

The beauty of an Egyptian goddess, a sense of mischief like a Greek god

This handsome fellow came to ARK in May as a very young kitten and turns 1 year old next month. His name is Pewter and, admittedly, there is nothing very pewter-like about him. However, the earliest piece of pewter was found in an Egyptian ...

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Dec 16, 2018

Game on!: A tomcat named Risa

This guy's energy is contagious. Word is he's an "all-round terrific cat" and should have been scooped up long ago.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Dec 12, 2018

D-O-G spells love: a true evergreen named Juniper

Juniper is touted as "the sweetest, happiest, easiest dog to get along with," which sounds like just what the season calls for.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Dec 5, 2018

Captivating calico: A cat named Gorori

Gorori, a gorgeous wide-eyed calico, came in from the cold streets. She captured hearts with her big personality and was brought to ARK.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Nov 25, 2018

All-points bulletin: A Shiba named Reina is in need of a home

Reina is smart, knows a lot of commands, loves other dogs and doesn't even mind veterinarians.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Nov 14, 2018

Family fantastic: Kittens Tiger and Sazzles find a fun-filled home in Kanagawa

Tiger and Sazzles, two tiny kittens found abandoned and in need of a home, have found a stupendous one with the Oue family in Kanagawa.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Nov 4, 2018

No pushover: a cat named Hokuro

Give Hokuro space and time to come around and you'll have a friend who respects you and a handsome companion to be proud of.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Oct 28, 2018

The heart knows: An Akita named Harry

Harry, an Akita, has been described as "a gigantic puppy in disguise." At 3½ years old, he still wants to play.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Oct 21, 2018

Unstoppable: a calico cat named Leggy

Leggy is petite at 3 kg, but perfectly healthy, and the lack of one of her hind legs does not hinder her.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Oct 7, 2018

Golden years: a cat of a certain age named Micchan

Micchan is 15 years old and has been at ARK for 14 of those. It's not much of a life, but if someone doesn't take her home soon, that will be hers.

Our Lives | ADOPT ME! Oct 3, 2018

A thing of beauty: Doberman mix Aero finds a home in Chiba

Aero — a fun-loving, happy dog that "sometimes goes over the top in his exuberance" — has found a family.