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My name is Coco!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 1 week ago

Adoption fee: $150

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My basic info

Breed
Boston Terrier/Australian Cattle Dog
Color
Black - with White
Age
10 years 10 months old, Senior
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
40 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID

My details

Alert icon Not good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Needs experienced adopter
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My personality

My story

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

Meet Coco!

A joyful almost eleven-year-old Boston Terrier mix currently living in Orange, NJ, whose heart is as big as her happy-go-lucky spirit and whose black-and-white patchwork coat is as charming as her playful personality.

Coco starts every day with a dance, literally! She twirls in circles, tail wagging, eyes bright, and full of excitement for what lies ahead. Despite her senior status, this 40-pound bundle of energy lives life with the zest of a pup half her age. She loves exploring the yard, tossing around her stuffed animals, chasing rope toys, and finding the perfect sunny spot to soak up the day.

Her goofy antics will have you laughing daily, whether she’s rolling on the grass or sneaking off to her crate for a nap with a blanket draped over her head like a little canine cave dweller! Coco is crate trained, house-trained, and a delight indoors. She's never chewed furniture or had accidents and knows commands like sit, stay, down, come, and leave it. She’s also quite affectionate and never misses a chance to hand out kisses or snuggle up on the couch!

Coco has lived with her sister dog for years, but after a change in their living situation, tensions arose, and Coco initiated a scuffle a few months ago. Since then, they've been kept separate to ensure safety and peace. While Coco can be reactive around other dogs, she’s done well in structured settings like vet visits, grooming salons, and boarding facilities. Because of this history, she would thrive as the only pet in a home that can give her the calm and consistency she needs.

What Coco needs is a pet-free home with guardians who can embrace her playful quirks, her lively personality, and her need for peaceful surroundings. While she doesn’t necessarily need a fenced-in yard, regular walks several times a day will keep her happy and content. She’s a low-maintenance companion who entertains herself, naps like a champ, and brings joy simply by being herself.

Could your home be the cozy haven Coco’s ready to bring her happiness to?

To learn more about adopting Coco, reach out to adopt@joyfulpets.com!
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Adoption Coordinator
Address
Private Foster Homes, Amherst, MA 01002

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Our mission is to keep family pets out of animal shelters by offering a loving alternative.

If you're ready to take the next step in adoption, the first step is to complete our adoption application so that we have all the information we need to determine that you'll be able to provide a safe and compassionate home to one of our rehomed pets.

Once approved, all you need to do is sign our adoption agreement form, pay the adoption fee, and schedule an adoption date with the pet's current family.

Adoption application

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