Gentle, Scruffy, and Full of Soul—Senior Akita Rocky Is Ready for His Second Chance
Here's What You Need To Know:
- Pet's Location: pasadena CA, 91102
- Pet's Size: large
- Pet's Gender: male
- Pet's Color: white with tan, yellow or fawn
- Pet's Breed: Akita (medium coat)
- Pet's Activity Level: Slightly Active
- Pet good with dogs? no
- Pet good with cats? no
- Pet good with kids? no
Organization:
- Name: united hope for animals
- Address: Pasadena, CA 91102
- Site: http://unitedhope4animals.org
Meet Rocky, a sweet and scruffy 9-year-old Akita who’s looking for love, comfort, and a soft place to land. After being surrendered to the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center on June 9, 2025, Rocky arrived underweight and in rough shape—but his spirit? Still shining bright. Despite the hardship he’s endured, this resilient boy greets the world with quiet dignity and a heart full of loyalty.
Why He’s the Ultimate Golden-Year Companion
🐾 Age: 9 years
⚖️ Weight: 67 lbs (working on gaining weight)
🐶 Beautiful creamy white coat—just needs a spa day to return to its full fluffiness
🦻 Hard of hearing—appreciates calm, gentle interactions
💤 Low energy and low maintenance
💓 Sweet, affectionate, and eager to love
🏡 Perfect match for a fellow senior or someone looking for a peaceful companion
🧼 Resilient and ready for a second chapter full of warmth and dignity
What He’s Looking For
✔️ A quiet, loving home where he can rest and recover
✔️ A gentle adopter who understands senior needs and will offer patience and care
✔️ Someone who can provide basic vet support (neutering, vaccines, preventatives—shelter may help with this!)
✔️ A foster, adopter, or rescue group to give him the comfort he’s never truly known
✔️ A heart big enough to see the beauty in a scruffy face and soulful eyes
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Rocky may be hard of hearing, but he’ll still hear your kindness loud and clear. With a calm environment, soft hands, and a full bowl, he’ll show his gratitude every single day. Let’s give this sweet senior the peace, love, and dignity he so deeply deserves.
📍 Currently at Baldwin Park Animal Care Center
🆔 Animal ID: A5023039
📧 Contact volunteer Lisa at: lisaa@unitedhopeforanimals.org
📞 Baldwin Park Shelter: 626-962-3577
▶️ Watch Rocky’s Video
