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My name is Coco!

Posted over 5 months ago | Updated 1 month ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Approve Application

4

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
Husky/Labrador Retriever
Color
White
Age
Young
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
21658650-D250127

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Alert icon Not good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Coco is a 3.5 year-old  husky/lab or husky/shepherd mix.  She has the softest, most beautiful fur, and she'll let you pet her forever if you wish.  

She:

  • Is house trained 
  • Doesn't like the crate and doesn't need it
  • Will be perfect on the leash (with a bit more training)
  • Loves playing with other dogs
  • Enjoys playing with toys and loves to run after balls
  • Knows the "drop it" command, and understands the command "go" (along with a finger point) if she's in your personal space
  • Sleeps all night
  • Is very affectionate and will quickly attach to you
  • Is a perfect 50 pound lap dog - lol
  • Is good in the car
  • Doesn't love to be left alone at home, but if given a good treat before you leave she will calm down
  • Will bark at strangers but will listen and calm down quickly
  • Waits for a signal to go outside
  • Is fully vetted, spayed, and up to date on her vaccinations

Coco is doing wonderfully in foster and has come so far but she is a little bit of a work in progress.  She is a very intelligent dog, who needs some guidance to help her heal from her past.  She needs someone who sees that as a gift, not a burden, and who understands that her small "bad" habits, like jumping when excited, or wanting to share your food, are signs of a dog who never learned boundaries.  

For the right person, these aren't problems; they're opportunities. With a patient, loving, positive attitude, Coco will further develop her confidence and calmness.  You'll be the one to show her what a stable, loving home feels like.  You'll be her anchor; and in return, she will give you an unbreakable loving bond.

We think she will do best as an only dog or with a submissive, calm dog who will give her some space. 

Please consider giving Coco her first real, forever home.  She's been waiting for someone just like you for so long.

For more videos of Coco, check out her YouTube playlist:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmB5-2QLmiJMhOycBDZZCcNLgGHhmQrqE

  • Training: housebroken, knows some basic commands: sit, stay, come, leave it
  • Will do best as an only dog (or in a household with a very submissive/calm dog)
  • Estimated date of birth: December 2021
  • Weight: 50 pounds
  • Medical: vetted, up to date on vaccinations, spayed, microchipped
  • Location: Currently with a foster in NJ, and once you are approved to adopt, is available for a meet and greet.

If you have any questions please email: friendsforlifeanimalrescue@gmail.com

To apply to adopt: https://form.jotform.com/210286667669167

We always need fosters, please join us!  https://form.jotform.com/210257395409155





Many other dogs need our help, please consider donating or sponsoring a dog, if possible.

100% of all money received from adoption fees and donations goes directly back to support saving other dogs and cats in need.  FFLAR is a 501c(3) non-profit.   We appreciate your support!

Venmo:  @friendsforlife-animalrescue   OR   Zelle: fflpetrescue@gmail.com

To donate monthly, please use this Zeffy link.  Note: Please be aware that the “give tip” on the second step is checked by default.  The tip goes to Zeffy (not to FFLAR) and you can opt to uncheck it.  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/763f3cec-69ef-4806-96f6-831021b48466?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwL4hbtjbGNrAviFoWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEegHYYwrs5iSMcVVCL-43MA3M6nyqs867FuBqqghj5UXZQjQUoL0h2beNQOdI_aem_rFEk_Kbb7rp9XSLUut_hyw



October 5, 2025, 3:23 pm
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Friends For Life Animal Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
21658650-D250127
Contact
Phone
Address
Paramus, NJ 07652

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

We will contact your references and vet. Then a Virtual Home Visit (video call) is conducted.

3.

Approve Application

If approved, a Meet and Greet is scheduled or transport pickup is confirmed.

4.

Take the Pet Home

Adopter gets a new "Friend for Life" and a pup has been saved.

Additional adoption info

We strive to find the best fit for the adopter and the dog.
Dogs fostered in Texas arrive on transport and go home on arrival.
Dogs fostered in PA, NJ, and NY areas can have a meet and greet after potential adopters' applications are approved.

¡Tenga en cuenta!

Si necesita ayuda para completar el formulario, envíenos un correo electrónico a info@friendsforlifeanimalrescue.org y nos comunicaremos con usted. O utilice este enlace para una versión en español. https://form.jotform.com/241404804882153

Adoption application

More about this rescue

Friends for Life Animal Rescue is a non-profit, 501(c)3, volunteer-run, foster-based Rescue (no facility).

Our focus is to save the lives of dogs and puppies in high-kill shelters in the south and local owner surrenders.

Our mission is to place unwanted and in-danger animals in homes, regardless of age or breed. To educate the public and help stop animal cruelty and neglect.

We don't discriminate against potential adopters on any basis or for any reason. We approve potential adopters if they are and the animal they applied for is a good fit.

Extra Info.-
*If a dog is listed on Adopt a Pet, they are still available, and we accept applications. We approve applications on the best fit for both dog and family.
*We take our best guess on breed and size when fully grown.
* Our dogs are adopted from their foster home or straight from transport from kill shelters in the south.
*We always need foster homes so we can continue to save dogs. Don't hesitate to contact us if you are interested in fostering. Or fill out the foster application using this link - https://form.jotform.com/210257395409155

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