🌟**Meet Zoey!** This spirited girl embodies the fierce yet loyal spirit of the American Akita. If you're looking for a quick cuddle buddy, you might want to look elsewhere! Zoey is the queen of her castle, and you’ve got to earn her respect before winning her heart. There are no free passes here, folks! 😂 Belly rubs? Forget it—those won’t melt her tough exterior. Instead, approach her with patience. Respect her personal space, and slowly build that relationship! While her taste for food might not be the best motivator, she’ll start to warm up to you through the routines of daily life—think feeding, watering, and those delightful walks.🐾 Each step you take together can help you earn a cozy spot in her heart! Zoey's backstory is quite the journey! This incredible girl was purchased, along with her buddy Zeke, by backyard breeders. But Zoey? Oh no, she had no interest in their plans for her and was ultimately abandoned at a North Carolina kill shelter. 😢 But, dear potential adopters, Zoey has so much love to give! She is waiting for a special someone who understands the magnificence of her breed. An experienced dog parent is a must to navigate her unique personality! ❤️ Before leaving our rescue, she will be fully vetted, and to ensure those first introductions go off without a hitch, she will be personally delivered by the most loving caretaker! And here's the cherry on top: the adoption fee covers her transport to the Midwest, Northeast, or Southeast. Don’t let this golden opportunity slip through your fingers! **Apply through the Buddy App** to bring this deserving, strong-willed beauty into your life! 🌈