Submitted by Judith Levin
(April 7, 2023) — Mina arrived at the Meriden Shelter after she was found wandering around near the train station in the middle of town. She is believed to be about two years old, up-to-date with shots, spayed and purebred Akita. An adopter with Akita experience would be an asset, as would an adult-only home, so she can be the queen.
Once this beautiful girl comes around and gets to know you, her big personality and playfulness comes out, and it doesn’t take long. She does feel more comfortable with women and loves to spend time out in the fresh air, taking long walks. Mina gets a little rambunctious at times when she is really playful and is very loyal to her humans.
If you have Akita experience, no other dogs in your home, and you are interested in meeting Mina, please call 203-235-4179 or email the Meriden Shelter at adopt@savingpawsct.org with your questions or to get an adoption application. Leave a message, and someone will call you back promptly. Meriden prefers to be contacted by email for adoption at adopt@savingpawsct.org.
Meriden Animal Control is open seven days a week, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Applications must be submitted and approved before a meet-and-greet can be scheduled to meet an animal. An approved application does not guarantee an adoption. They do not hold animals for meet and greet appointments.
You must be 21 years of age to adopt with valid ID. There is a short application for adoption; however if you do not own your home, or you own a condominium, the shelter must speak with your landlord or housing association giving permission to dogs/cats. Bully breed specific permission is required if you rent or own a condominium.
If you own your home, proof of ownership is required. If there are other pets in the home, they must be licensed (if a dog) and up to date on vaccinations. If there is another dog in the home, a dog interaction must be done at the shelter before adoption to ensure the safety and well-being of all pets. All children in the home need to be declared and brought down to meet the animal.
All animals are spayed and neutered before they go home.
