Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Adoption Fee: $475
When available, all animals are fixed in accordance with Colorado law, up to date on vaccines (may need boosters), and microchipped!
What we know: Brought in as a stray and initially aged at 5 months old, but after reviewing prior records, it was determined he had been neutered 2.5 years ago and was re-aged accordingly. Transferred from Operation Kindness in Texas.
*Koda does not attend adoption events unless there is a confirmed potential adopter who would like to meet him. Please email info@coloradopuppy.org to plan a meet and greet.*
From the foster: **UPDATE July 1st: Koda was adopted briefly, but never fully settled into his adoptive home; upon one of his humans leaving for a trip, the second human attempted to leash him for a potty break and he became terrified, ultimately fear-biting them. Koda went back to his foster home the next day and has begun to re-acclimate. He is still struggling with leashing, is most successful when free-roaming his fenced yard, and with other dogs. We think he'll be most likely to open-up in an adoptive home that has both of those things, and his adopters should be prepared to give him ample time to feel comfortable and seek attention on his own timeline.
Meet Koda ❤️ A complex fella looking for a best friend and pack to call his own.
Koda is a gentle, sweet soul who is learning that the world can be a safe and wonderful place. Every day he grows a little braver, and watching him build confidence has been incredibly rewarding.
In one month, Koda has gone from staying almost exclusively in his safe space to confidently making his own way upstairs, downstairs, and outside. He loves having a cozy "home base" and gains confidence by venturing out from there at his own pace. Once he trusts an area, he explores more and more each day.
Koda thrives with other dogs and would do best in a home with at least one confident canine companion—he loves being part of a pack and learns by watching them. So the more the merrier. A securely fenced yard is also essential, as this is where he gets his confidence will first come out and how he gets his exercise, happily running joyful laps and exploring when he feels safe.
His ideal adopter is extremely patient, understanding, and willing to let Koda move at his own speed. He isn't ready for neighborhood walks yet, and leash training is still a work in progress. Pushing him too quickly only makes him more anxious, but giving him time and consistency has led to amazing progress.
Koda may be cautious around men at first, so everyone in the household should be committed to earning his trust through gentle, consistent care. He does best with predictable routines and consistency.
He is fully potty trained and communicates well once you learn his signals. He loves treats (always have them on you!) stuffed toys, Benebones, antlers, frozen treats, and to always have music on. He also enjoys early mornings and is currently an early riser while he settles into a routine.
Koda is not the dog who will come home and immediately cuddle on the couch, act like your everyday dog or head out for long walks. He needs someone willing to celebrate the little victories: the first time he chooses to follow you into another room, the first time he asks for affection, the first time he whines because he doesn’t feel like being alone and every new step of confidence along the way. Foster mom is still waiting for a tail wag a month in.
If you're looking for a dog to act like a dog and fit in immediately, Koda isn't the right match. But if you're looking for a loyal companion whose trust is earned through patience and kindness, Koda will reward you with the incredible privilege of watching him blossom into the dog he was always meant to be.
His progress so far shows just how capable he is. He simply needs a family willing to give him the time, understanding, and love he deserves.
www.coloradopuppy.org/how-to-adopt
