Meet Pinto! Pinto is a two-year-old Dutch Shepherd/Akita mix, weighing in at a nice medium size—right around 50 pounds. He’s left the wild-puppy days behind but still has plenty of bright energy and warmth to give his people. Pinto’s got a real social streak; expect a wagging tail and maybe a toy dangling from his mouth when you walk in. He loves a good run in the yard, a rowdy tug session, and, if you’re lucky, you’ll catch his goofy zoomies. When playtime winds down, there’s nothing Pinto likes better than cuddling up by your side. A home with an active routine suits Pinto best. He needs regular exercise and enjoys interaction—especially if there’s another dog to play with. He does well with other dogs and truly thrives with action and engagement. Pinto isn’t yet the dog for a multi-species household; he doesn’t do well with cats. He is great around children, though, and welcomes family activity. Structure and consistency will help him settle as he adapts to a new home. Pinto has been waiting for his family and is ready to bring loyalty, happiness, and solid companionship. Your new best friend could be just around the corner. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.