-ESTIMATE WEIGHT FULL GROWN: 60 lbs -ESTIMATED AGE: 6 weeks on March 27, 2026 -KNOWN WITH DOGS: Great with littermates and mom, as a puppy we expect that Dakota will be good with other dogs if provided with early socialization opportunities -KNOWN WITH CATS: As a puppy, we expect he will be fine with cats -KNOWN WITH KIDS: Dakota is a young puppy and is good with kids he's interacted with -KNOWN CUES: Dakota is learning basic commands -KNOWN HOUSEBREAKING AND/OR CRATING: As he's a puppy, he needs isn't house trained yet, but is looking forward to learning with you -KNOWN LIKES: Exploring, playing, rope toys -KNOWN DISLIKES: None known ABOUT THIS ANIMAL: South Dakota is home to the Badlands, but there is nothing bad about Puppy Dakota. He is an outgoing puppy who loves to strut his stuff and explore all that his foster home has to offer. When people come to the puppy pen, Dakota is the most excited puppy and can't wait to get human attention. Because Dakota is so young, this puppy is at the perfect age to grow up learning your routines, bonding deeply with his family, and becoming a wonderful lifelong companion. With patience, positive training, and lots of love, he will be an amazing adult dog. Puppies this age will need continued work with house training, crate training, and basic manners, but they make up for it with endless affection, laughter, and unforgettable moments. If you're ready for tiny paws, happy zoomies, and a lifetime of love, this little one may be your perfect match! If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out our dog adoption questionnaire and e-mail any questions to: JoshuaHTRescue@gmail.com PLEASE VISIT THIS WEBSITE TO FIND THE ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE: http://www.homewardtrails.org/adopt-a-pet/adoption-forms/ HOW TO MEET THIS ANIMAL: Fill out the application and we will follow up with you! We will connect you to his foster! LOCATION: An amazing Foster home ADOPTION COORDINATOR: JoshuaHTRescue@gmail.com ADOPTION FEE: Adult dogs: $475; Puppies less than 6 months: $550-$600 ------ HT ADOPTION INCLUSIONS: -Spay/Neuter -First 3 distemper series vaccines and dewormings -Rabies vaccine* age appropriate at time of adoption -Microchip - lifetime with no registration fees -Current on heartworm preventative -Current on flea/tick preventative ---- EXCLUSIVE HTAR ADOPTER BENEFITS: -$15 off your first chewy order of $49.00 or more -Exclusive pet insurance offers - $250 coverage at any VCA Hospital in the country -COMPLIMENTARY FIRST EXAMS at 10 DC-Area veterinarians - Free year-round dog training - KEEP YOUR PET SAFE: Homeward Trails is proud to offer PetLink GPS trackers that will allow you to know where your pet is in real time.**Exclusive for HT Adopters (does not include subscription plan): $50 Check it out here: https://landing.petlink.net/gps-dog-tracker -A portion of EVERY ADOPTION FEE supports spay/neuter efforts in under resourced communities -Free doggy day care offers -EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS for Homeward Trails events and merchandise -Win a $50 Amazon gift card