Hachiko

Hachiko means "faithful" in Japanese, and that he is. Hachiko is a 5 year old male German Shorthaired Pointer. He is a great dog, and, while not a dog for everyone, for the person that can manage him, he’ll be a treasure. He loves playing fetch, which is a great way of getting him his daily exercise. He also loves the water, so if you have a pool, he’s going to LOVE it! If you don’t, a kiddie pool will do for him to play on warm days. He won’t know the difference. We promise.

Hachiko is mellow and at his age, needs much less exercise than a young dog. While he loves playing fetch, a long walk would work. He is responsive and wants to please. In the right home with training, he will flourish.

He is not a candidate for a multi-dog home or a home with children. His ideal home would be with one or two people in a quiet home with few visitors.

A family that will continue working with and training him along with giving him daily exercise will be the ideal home for Hachiko.

The Basics

Gender: Male

Age: 5

Dogs - no other dogs

Good with Cats: no cats

Kids: no kids

The good stuff: Very sweet boy. Good on a leash and loves to play fetch

The challenges: Very protective in the home and has had some allergy issues in the past

What our volunteers are saying about Hachiko

Loves to play fetch

Playful

Sits for treats

Very calm in field alone but wants to run and fetch when in field with you

Listens well

Very loving and affectionate, loves to fetch

Good boy, big love bug

Best dog we have if you ever want a best friend, he is the one

Loves the water and can’t wait to go outside

Much improved and good on leash

Very peaceful dog

One of the best dogs we have, always looking for fun

Great dog

Loves to play ball, drops and waits for you to throw

Sits for treats, fun, kisses

Loves whatever you want to do. Not a bad bone in his body

I absolutely adore this boy! He was patiently waiting for me to hook him up for the walk. He doesn’t pull, he lets me love on him, he is super chill on the walk, super sweet. He’d be a great dog in the right home, with someone who can manage him.

If you feel you are a good fit for Hachiko please apply here.