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This helps San Diego Humane Society - Oceanside Campus (Dogs) with pet care costs.
How this pet arrived:
Choco was brought in by his previous owner on December 30, 2025.
Why Choco is the one for you:
Choco is a sweet, charming boy with a heart as rich as his name. He may be a little shy at first, but once he feels safe and understood, we hope his true personality shines. Choco can be fearful and reactive in certain situations, especially around novel people (particularly men), large dogs, or when he's feeling protective of his home space. That said, once he's outside and given space, he shows lovely affiliative behavior. He does best with consistent positive reinforcement, patience, and thoughtful environmental management to help him avoid his triggers. Treats and time are the fastest way to his heart-he warms up beautifully when allowed to investigate at his own pace. Because Choco thrives in calm environments, he would be happiest in a lower-traffic home with a safe, cozy retreat where he can decompress when the world feels like too much. Choco has lived successfully with two other small dogs. Due to a past attack by a large dog, he is now reactive toward large dogs and should not live with or regularly encounter large dogs. Choco likes to chase cats, so he will need a home with no cats and no small prey-like animals. If you're ready to offer him space, snacks, and a soft place to land, Choco just might be your perfect match.
At SDHS:
Choco has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. Choco is now ready for his new home!
Shy/Fearful Dog: This pet requires a virtual behavior consult, please watch THIS video to learn more about them.
How this pet arrived:
Choco was brought in by his previous owner on December 30, 2025.
Why Choco is the one for you:
Choco is a sweet, charming boy with a heart as rich as his name. He may be a little shy at first, but once he feels safe and understood, we hope his true personality shines. Choco can be fearful and reactive in certain situations, especially around novel people (particularly men), large dogs, or when he's feeling protective of his home space. That said, once he's outside and given space, he shows lovely affiliative behavior. He does best with consistent positive reinforcement, patience, and thoughtful environmental management to help him avoid his triggers. Treats and time are the fastest way to his heart-he warms up beautifully when allowed to investigate at his own pace. Because Choco thrives in calm environments, he would be happiest in a lower-traffic home with a safe, cozy retreat where he can decompress when the world feels like too much. Choco has lived successfully with two other small dogs. Due to a past attack by a large dog, he is now reactive toward large dogs and should not live with or regularly encounter large dogs. Choco likes to chase cats, so he will need a home with no cats and no small prey-like animals. If you're ready to offer him space, snacks, and a soft place to land, Choco just might be your perfect match.
At SDHS:
Choco has been vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. Choco is now ready for his new home!
Shy/Fearful Dog: This pet requires a virtual behavior consult, please watch THIS video to learn more about them.
