Meet Cooper (formerly Hugo) 🐾
A survivor. A lover. A second-chance kind of dog.
Before he was Cooper, he was known as HUGO, an urgent dog from ACCT Philly, out of time and at risk due to behavioral concerns brought on by unimaginable trauma.
Cooper’s story began in heartbreak.
He was found discarded in an alley in 14-degree weather, emaciated, frostbitten, and unable to stand. He was literally dragging himself through ice and wind, trying to survive. It was obvious he was mauled by another dog. His body temperature was so low it didn’t register. His ears, nose, and tail were damaged by frostbite. A deep, gaping wound tore into his front leg. He was starving, weak, and left behind as if his life didn’t matter.
But Cooper never gave up.
Despite everything humans had done to him or failed to do for him, he greeted his rescuers with kisses. Even while fighting for his life, he leaned into gentle hands, soaking up affection like it was something he had been missing forever.
The Humane Center of Tioga County pulled Cooper on February 19, 2025, saving his life just in time. Since then, he has spent nearly a year in a loving foster home learning what safety feels like.
And who Cooper truly is… is remarkable.
💙 About Cooper
• Adult mixed-breed male
• House-trained and well-mannered
• Walks nicely on leash
• Loves cuddling and prefers couch time over chaos
• Affectionate, social, and deeply bonded to his people
• A certified “little spoon” enthusiast
Cooper adores people. He seeks closeness, leans in for pets, and melts into cuddles. He is the kind of dog who wants to be with you, not just near you.
🐕 With Other Dogs
Cooper is dog-selective, which is completely understandable given his past and the stress he endured in the shelter. He does best with calm, respectful dogs and requires slow, thoughtful introductions. He communicates clearly and appropriately when overwhelmed and does not escalate when given space.
🏡 Ideal Home
Cooper would thrive in:
• A calm, patient household
• A home that understands trauma-informed care
• Someone who believes in building trust, not rushing it
He doesn’t need perfection, he needs consistency, kindness, and reassurance that he will never be abandoned again.
✨ Why Cooper Is Special
This is a dog who survived starvation, freezing temperatures, untreated wounds, illness, and neglect and still chose love.
He didn’t harden.
He didn’t shut down.
He didn’t give up on people.
Instead, Cooper shows us daily what resilience looks like.
Now, after everything he’s endured, Cooper is finally ready for the one thing he has always deserved:
a forever home where he is safe, cherished, and never disposable again.
If you’re looking for a dog who will love you with his whole heart because he knows what it means to lose everything! Cooper is waiting.
💙🐾 Because second chances save lives… and Cooper is living proof.
Meet Cooper (formerly Hugo) 🐾
A survivor. A lover. A second-chance kind of dog.
Before he was Cooper, he was known as HUGO, an urgent dog from ACCT Philly, out of time and at risk due to behavioral concerns brought on by unimaginable trauma.
Cooper’s story began in heartbreak.
He was found discarded in an alley in 14-degree weather, emaciated, frostbitten, and unable to stand. He was literally dragging himself through ice and wind, trying to survive. It was obvious he was mauled by another dog. His body temperature was so low it didn’t register. His ears, nose, and tail were damaged by frostbite. A deep, gaping wound tore into his front leg. He was starving, weak, and left behind as if his life didn’t matter.
But Cooper never gave up.
Despite everything humans had done to him or failed to do for him, he greeted his rescuers with kisses. Even while fighting for his life, he leaned into gentle hands, soaking up affection like it was something he had been missing forever.
The Humane Center of Tioga County pulled Cooper on February 19, 2025, saving his life just in time. Since then, he has spent nearly a year in a loving foster home learning what safety feels like.
And who Cooper truly is… is remarkable.
💙 About Cooper
• Adult mixed-breed male
• House-trained and well-mannered
• Walks nicely on leash
• Loves cuddling and prefers couch time over chaos
• Affectionate, social, and deeply bonded to his people
• A certified “little spoon” enthusiast
Cooper adores people. He seeks closeness, leans in for pets, and melts into cuddles. He is the kind of dog who wants to be with you, not just near you.
🐕 With Other Dogs
Cooper is dog-selective, which is completely understandable given his past and the stress he endured in the shelter. He does best with calm, respectful dogs and requires slow, thoughtful introductions. He communicates clearly and appropriately when overwhelmed and does not escalate when given space.
🏡 Ideal Home
Cooper would thrive in:
• A calm, patient household
• A home that understands trauma-informed care
• Someone who believes in building trust, not rushing it
He doesn’t need perfection, he needs consistency, kindness, and reassurance that he will never be abandoned again.
✨ Why Cooper Is Special
This is a dog who survived starvation, freezing temperatures, untreated wounds, illness, and neglect and still chose love.
He didn’t harden.
He didn’t shut down.
He didn’t give up on people.
Instead, Cooper shows us daily what resilience looks like.
Now, after everything he’s endured, Cooper is finally ready for the one thing he has always deserved:
a forever home where he is safe, cherished, and never disposable again.
If you’re looking for a dog who will love you with his whole heart because he knows what it means to lose everything! Cooper is waiting.
💙🐾 Because second chances save lives… and Cooper is living proof.
Adoption application can be found on our website https://humanelawtioga.org/adoption-application
2.
Meet the Pet
We are happy to meet applicant at a convenient location to do a meet and greet with other dogs currently in the home.
3.
Sign Adoption Contract
Sign adoption contract
4.
Take the Pet Home
Take your new family member home
Additional adoption info
All animals currently in the home MUST be spayed / neutered unless there is a medical condition diagnosed by a licensed veterinary stating it can not be done!
All animals currently in the home MUST be spayed / neutered unless there is a medical condition diagnosed by a licensed veterinary stating it can not be done!
The Humane Center of Tioga County is a non profit 501c3 animal shelter that operates exclusively to build a
community of people and organizations working together to save today’s, and prevent tomorrow’s, abused, neglected and homeless animals. To Provide a safe haven, and to
build a humane community that promotes compassion and humane treatment for all animals.
The Humane Center of Tioga County is a non profit 501c3 animal shelter that operates exclusively to build a
community of people and organizations working together to save today’s, and prevent tomorrow’s, abused, neglected and homeless animals. To Provide a safe haven, and to
build a humane community that promotes compassion and humane treatment for all animals.
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