Shot dog accumulating big vet bill

Tonka is racking up vet bills after being shot by a narcotics officer in South Lake Tahoe. Photo/Provided

Tonka, the dog that was shot last month during a drug raid, had surgery this week to remove the bullet.

Three more teeth had to be removed because they were shattered from the bullet entering below his left eye, traveling through his mouth, through his tongue and into his neck.

The two drainage tubes in his neck should be removed in a week.

So far, Tonka has racked up more $3,000 in medical expenses.

A day of grooming will be provided by Best in Show Groomers in Stateline on March 16 form 9am-5pm. All of the money raised will go to help Tonka. Call for an appointment — 775.901.2671.