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My name is Cocoa!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated over 4 months ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Meet the Pet

4

Approve Application

5

Home Check

My basic info

Breed
American Staffordshire Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier
Color
Age
Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
21722867

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Have you ever wished you had a buddy that wanted to cuddle ALL the time? Look no further! Cocoa is a cuddle-a-holic.

2 year old, 39 pound Cocoa is a medium grey blue gal, coming in at a very portable 45lbs. She has a very outgoing, bubbly, and curious personality. She is brilliant, and learned lay "down" in 20 minutes. Cocoa is very food motivated and loves meal time. She has even expressed interest in the "talking button" we have for "potty". Speaking of - She almost always immediately potties when brought outside.

Cocoa is currently still in decompression from shelter life, but will be sharing space with our resident dog soon. They spend time with one in crate, one out; she showers him in kisses through the crate when she wants his affection and from all signs here and at the shelter, she loves dogs as much as she loves people.

Cocoa loves people so much in fact, she once had zoomies after maintenance workers said hi while on a ladder nextdoor.

We believe she would do well with kids, but when playing, she can be very gently mouthy, or corn-cobby, so bigger kids or teens would be best if living with kids.

Cocoa was not crate trained upon arrival, but after only 2 weeks, she goes into the crate almost on command with a little food motivator. She is very relaxed in the crate. She does have slight separation anxiety that exhibits in crying for a little while upon first leaving or when she is crated in another room from you.

Her oversized expressive ears, freckles and absolutely lovely, sweet personality could win anyones heart. Will it be yours?

 

August 2, 2025, 9:44 pm
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
21722867
Contact
Address
P.O. Box 65351, Baltimore, MD 21209

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

3.

Meet the Pet

4.

Approve Application

5.

Home Check

Additional adoption info

An approved application, vet reference, personal reference check and home visit are required to finalize an adoption. We suggest a $200 donation that helps offset some of our expenses such as feeding, boarding, training, vaccinations, spay/neuter, and miscellaneous veterinary costs.
Adoption fees are used to continue to help homeless animals in need!

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

We are a rescue that is dependent on volunteers as we do not have a physical building. We rent space at a kennel in Upperco, Md. If you would like to meet one of our dogs please contact us to make arrangements. Thanks!

More about this rescue

Adopt a Homeless Animal Rescue (AAHA) is a nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and assisting animals in crisis. We actively combat animal cruelty in any form.

We have a particular commitment to pit bulls and aim to raise awareness about the breed, help those in need, and educate the public:
•We seek to promote this lovely yet unfairly maligned breed as the sweet, intelligent, affectionate, and people-oriented dogs they are.
•We assume stewardship over their well-being and strive to make this world a better place for them.
•We serve as a resource and/or liaison for shelters, individuals, and the community at large, advocating for any animal in harm's way.
•We also function in an advisory role for private citizens who seek assistance and guidance in better caring for their pets.

We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Please help us help the animals!

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