Tonka

Tonka is a pure bundle of joy who truly loves everything life has to offer: toys, walks, treats, water, and especially his beloved people friends! He could even join a family with a well-matched canine companion after a meet & greet with shelter staff. One thing that sets Tonka apart is that he is deaf, which a volunteer noted is a huge asset! During his overnight stay, he "did so so good," adapting quickly to a new home and enjoying outings to sports bars and a friend's house. Being deaf helped him stay calm and stress-free in normally loud environments. Deaf dogs are trained using hand signals and visual cues with positive reinforcement, and they live just like hearing dogs! For safety, they should always be leashed outside a securely fenced yard. Adopting a deaf dog like Tonka is incredibly rewarding, and there are many resources available to help you. Tonka is well-behaved, quickly adapts, and is ready to shower his new family with unconditional love! Tonka is a happy dog who enjoys playing with toys and splashing in the pool. He is a white and black male, weighing 51.2lbs, and is 2 years and 1 month old. Tonka has been neutered.

Ideal Home

Tonka would love a family who understands the unique joys of a deaf dog and is committed to using positive reinforcement and visual cues for training. For his safety, he should always be leashed when outside of a securely fenced yard.

Ongoing Health

Tonka is a healthy, neutered adult dog.

Training & Support

Tonka is well-behaved and adapts quickly. Training will focus on hand signals and visual cues, just like any other deaf dog. Resources are available to help you and Tonka succeed!

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transporation

Tonka is located at Austin Animal Center in Austin, TX. Transportation may be available.