Meet Tonka!
Tonka is a big, goofy, lovable Akita with a silly personality and plenty of affection to share. He loves walks, frozen Kongs, puzzle toys, squeaky toys, and any activity that keeps his mind engaged. When he's excited, he's all kisses and enthusiasm, and he's learning his manners every day.
Ideal Home
Tonka is looking for an experienced, breed-savvy adopter who understands the unique traits and needs of Akitas and is committed to providing structure, training, and proper management. He would thrive with an active family and a securely fenced yard where he can stretch his legs and enjoy supervised outdoor time. Tonka has a strong prey drive and is very interested in squirrels and cats, so he may be happiest as the only dog in the home.
Ongoing Health
Tonka was born in February 2026.
Training & Support
Tonka's ideal family will appreciate his goofy spirit, continue his training, and understand that building trust and maintaining boundaries are key to helping him succeed. Because we're still learning his preferences with other dogs, any introductions should be done slowly and thoughtfully.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- You can find the application here: https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/57167/generic
- Our adoption interview/meet and greet occurs on video call (Skype, FB Messenger call, Facetime, etc).
- Adoptions are not on a first come, first serve basis; our sole purpose is to find the best possible home for the animals.
Transporation
Tonka is being fostered in Texas but is available for transport to a predetermined location agreed upon by Wags.