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Posted over 7 years ago
| Updated over 7 years ago
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My basic info
Breed
Cattle Dog/American Staffordshire Terrier
Color
Brindle - with White
Age
Young
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
–
Sex
Male
Pet ID
1546
My details
Shots current
Spayed / Neutered
Housetrained
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Tonka is a handsome medium-sized dog, about 60 lbs and approximately 2 years old. Based on his resemblance to another dog whose DNA results we have, we think he may be Cattle dog, American Staffordshire Terrier and a mix of several other breeds, including hound.
Tonka came from a rural shelter in Central California which gets very little foot traffic. He had been there a whole year! Shelter volunteers liked him very much and finally sent out a call for his rescue. Tonka is now in a Dusty Paws foster home, re-learning life on the outside. It is a thrill for him to have compatible dogs to play with and a lovely big yard to romp in. And grass under his feet instead of concrete!.
Because of his long stretch in a shelter, and possibly also due to some abuse he suffered as a pup, Tonka has some underlying anxiety which needs to be considered by a prospective adopter. He can be reactive to human strangers and other dogs when out on a walk if he feels threatened. However, his foster dad has been taking him on practice walks and runs in a park with no issues. The person walking him needs to be a strong leader who helps him feel safe.
With the exception of un-neutered male dogs, Tonka is comfortable and playful with most canines. He is currently fostering with an older but energetic female and has also played nicely with a visiting male dog
Tonka's foster dad says he has been like a puppy - acting like everything is new to him. He is open to suggestions and is proving very trainable. Tonka is an affectionate dog, often a "leaner,” who enjoys being close to you. He is house trained and a great house dog who is content to lie around quietly in your presence. He also enjoys riding in the car - although we suspect he would be happiest in the passenger seat. In fact, he can experience separation anxiety when you are gone and is unhappy being crated.
Tonka is a sweet boy who likes company and needs a special home. We believe he will do best in an adult home where he has a mellow dog companion and/or his humans are there much of the time.
Note: Any inquiries about this companion animal will only be answered after completion of an on-line application. Copy and paste the link below or go to www.dustypawsrescue.org and view all our pets available for adoption and you will be contacted by a Dusty Paws Rescue Representative within 24 hours after receipt of your application.
