Coco is a sweet, sensitive soul with the gentlest heart. She can be a little shy when meeting new people or experiencing new places, especially if things are loud or busy. Sudden noises can make her pause and take a step back — but give her a little patience and reassurance, and you’ll quickly see her true personality shine.
Once Coco feels safe, she is incredibly friendly and loving. She warms up beautifully and forms strong bonds with her people. She’ll greet you with soft tail wags, bright eyes, and a quiet kind of joy that feels extra special because you’ve earned her trust.
Coco would thrive in a calm, predictable home where she can build confidence at her own pace. A quieter environment and gentle guidance will help her blossom into the happy, devoted companion she’s meant to be.
If you’re looking for a loyal best friend who will reward your patience with endless sweetness and affection, Coco is ready to find her safe place — and her forever person.
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 60 lbs
HOME TYPE: House or Townhouse- No Large or busy apartments as she can be quite nervous of new environments and loud sounds
CHILDREN: Yes- Older children with dog experience
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Yes- Cats potentially compatible with slow proper introduction.
OTHER DOGS: Yes - potentially with proper introductions
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: Moderate; will need some of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: First time dog owner possible that is willing to work through nervous behaviour.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: At least two in-person training sessions to work on desensitization and confidence
FAVOURITE THINGS: Loves to carry around her toys!
**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions
**Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.
If you are viewing this through 24PetConnect by PetPlace or Adopt-A-Pet, please visit our website https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/process to submit an application. Any applications submitted outside of www.kwsphumane.ca may n
Meet Coco!
Coco is a sweet, sensitive soul with the gentlest heart. She can be a little shy when meeting new people or experiencing new places, especially if things are loud or busy. Sudden noises can make her pause and take a step back — but give her a little patience and reassurance, and you’ll quickly see her true personality shine.
Once Coco feels safe, she is incredibly friendly and loving. She warms up beautifully and forms strong bonds with her people. She’ll greet you with soft tail wags, bright eyes, and a quiet kind of joy that feels extra special because you’ve earned her trust.
Coco would thrive in a calm, predictable home where she can build confidence at her own pace. A quieter environment and gentle guidance will help her blossom into the happy, devoted companion she’s meant to be.
If you’re looking for a loyal best friend who will reward your patience with endless sweetness and affection, Coco is ready to find her safe place — and her forever person.
IN-SHELTER NOTES & IDEAL HOME
SIZE: 60 lbs
HOME TYPE: House or Townhouse- No Large or busy apartments as she can be quite nervous of new environments and loud sounds
CHILDREN: Yes- Older children with dog experience
CATS & SMALL ANIMALS: Yes- Cats potentially compatible with slow proper introduction.
OTHER DOGS: Yes - potentially with proper introductions
ACTIVITY/ENERGY LEVEL: Moderate; will need some of daily exercise, enrichment and mental stimulation.
HUMAN COMPATIBILTY: First time dog owner possible that is willing to work through nervous behaviour.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS: At least two in-person training sessions to work on desensitization and confidence
FAVOURITE THINGS: Loves to carry around her toys!
**For more information on any behaviours stated above, please check out our behaviour fact sheet: https://kwsphumane.ca/BehavioursandDefinitions
**Please remember that animals are coming back from foster care to the centres for their meet and greets. They will be experiencing a new environment and meeting new people, which means they may not exhibit the same behaviours they did in their foster videos or while in foster care.
If you are viewing this through 24PetConnect by PetPlace or Adopt-A-Pet, please visit our website https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/process to submit an application. Any applications submitted outside of www.kwsphumane.ca may n
*Please note that walk-in appointments are welcomed and encouraged, and will be prioritized over online applications.
Come into the Centre and if you see a pet you like, you are able to do a "Meet and Greet" with that pet. Spend some time in alone with the pet or take a dog out for a short walk. If you are still interested in adopting the pet you can meet with one of our Adoption Counsellors who will have you fill out and application and will ask you some questions about the environment in which you live. If you seem like a wonderful match and your environment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
*Please note that walk-in appointments are welcomed and encouraged, and will be prioritized over online applications.
Come into the Centre and if you see a pet you like, you are able to do a "Meet and Greet" with that pet. Spend some time in alone with the pet or take a dog out for a short walk. If you are still interested in adopting the pet you can meet with one of our Adoption Counsellors who will have you fill out and application and will ask you some questions about the environment in which you live. If you seem like a wonderful match and your environment meets the needs of the pet then your application should be approved!
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Stratford Perth Humane Society
125 Griffith Road, Stratford, ON N5A 6S4
We are closed for all statutory and civic holidays
We are closed the last Wednesday of each month from 9am-1pm for staff training
More about this shelter
As one of the largest humane societies in Ontario, we currently operate two animal shelters to support people and pets in our communities. The Stratford Perth Humane Society supports Perth County, while the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society supports Waterloo Region (less Cambridge) and began serving the community in 1927.
As one of the largest humane societies in Ontario, we currently operate two animal shelters to support people and pets in our communities. The Stratford Perth Humane Society supports Perth County, while the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society supports Waterloo Region (less Cambridge) and began serving the community in 1927.
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