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#11-398
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What goes better with all those awesome holiday treats than Coco(a)?!?
This petite sweetie has only been with us for a few days, but here is what we know so far:
Coco-puff (our working term of endearment for her) does have some things she will need to work on in foster care and with her forever family. Medically, she seems generally healthy, but will see the vet early next week and get up-to-date on her shots and get scheduled for her spay. Behaviorally, her manners could use work, and she will need a family that is committed to obedience training to help her learn to stay off the counters, not jump up on people, etc. She seems vaguely protective of her food from the resident dogs, but only when they are right in her face, and she gives great warnings. There is no concern with toys, bones, treats, etc. She is a bit of a barker, but it doesn’t seem to be excessive. She has a quirky habit of growling when she is playing hard with the residents, but once you get to know her it is very clear when it changes from “play” to “warning”. She has impressive hackles and expressive body language that help make the distinction obvious.
The biggest obstacle for Coco will be socialization. She requires slow intros to other dogs and new people, and she prefers to approach them rather than the other way around. She is also hand-shy and is easily startled by loud noises in the house, but recovers quickly and investigates.
With all of that info in mind, here is what we currently believe Coco needs in a forever family
Some of these things may change as she settles in and we get to know her better, so we will keep you posted.
Do you want to spend the holidays with Miss Coco? Contact your placement advisor!