Akita / Husky / Mixed (medium coat) • 4 Years 9 Months • Female • Medium
Portage, IN
Rescue ID: 23-0008
Energy: ModerateActivity: Moderately ActiveHouse trainedDogs OK
✨ Why Hasn’t Gigi Been Adopted? ✨
(Spoiler: It’s not because of her.)
Sometimes the best dogs wait the longest — not because they aren’t wonderful, but because they’re waiting for the right home.
After 3 YEARS in rescue, we want to answer the question we hear the most:
❓ “Why hasn’t she been adopted yet?”
Myth: Something must be wrong with her.
Truth: Gigi is sweet, affectionate, loyal, and deeply bonded to her people.
Here’s who she really is:
Cuddle Bug — She loves climbing on the couch and laying close to her person.
Belly Rub Champion — Roll over = automatic request for love.
Adventure Ready — Walk days are her favorite days.
Playful — Loves chasing balls and sometimes brings them back for more.
Loyal & Protective — She wants to keep her home safe (very normal for her breed mix).
Smart & Observant — Once she learns someone belongs, she relaxes beautifully.
She lives with another dog now and does well with proper introductions and structure.
What she needs
✔️ A calmer household
✔️ Adults or older respectful kids
✔️ Someone who wants a true companion
✔️ A family who understands loyalty is a gift
Dogs like Gigi don’t love halfway.
They love completely.
And when she chooses you — you’ll know.
Northwest Indiana
✅ Fully vetted
4-5 years old
Apply to adopt: http://jotform.us/form/43196636952162
Please share — her family might be one share away.
Three years is long enough. It’s her turn.
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