Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi, I’m Mariachi, also known as Coco! Through no fault of my own, I’m looking for a new family because my beloved owner’s medical needs have made it difficult to give me the active lifestyle I enjoy. While this change is hard for everyone, my family wants to make sure I find a home where I can continue to thrive and be loved as much as I deserve.
My family says I’m one of the smartest dogs they’ve ever met, and honestly, I think they might be right. I absolutely LOVE learning new things, especially when treats are involved. I know lots of commands, including sit, down, place, kennel, spin, twirl, crawl, leave it, and more. I’m incredibly food-motivated and enjoy puzzles, enrichment toys, and anything that makes me use my brain. If there’s a job to do, I’m interested! Whether it’s scent work, learning tricks, hiking, playing games, or simply helping supervise household activities, I’m happiest when I’m included. I take my role as household detective very seriously, which means I need to thoroughly inspect every interesting smell on walks. Every tree, bush, and patch of grass has important news that requires investigation.
I’m also a playful, athletic girl who loves fetch and tug. Fetch is one of my absolute favorite activities—I’ll chase a ball until I’m completely exhausted and then dramatically flop onto the ground as though I’ve just finished competing in the Olympics. Tug toys are wonderful too, although I’m not picky. Fancy dog toys are great, but homemade toys made from old jeans might be even better. I also enjoy zooming around the house or yard, especially if there’s a bed I can race under. Sometimes I’ll pause in my special "zoomie cave" to bark before launching myself back into action. My family finds this hilarious, and honestly, so do I.
Despite all that energy, I have a very sweet and gentle side. I’m affectionate with my people and love attention. My favorite cuddle time is first thing in the morning when I can stretch out beside you for belly rubs before the day begins. In the evenings, I’m happy to relax on the couch and enjoy some quality snuggle time. I’m friendly with new people, though men wearing hats sometimes make me pause for a moment while I figure them out. Once I’ve had a chance to sniff and collect the facts, I’m usually ready to become friends. I’ve also been around young children and have always been gentle with them. Even when I’m excited about treats, I take them very softly from your hand.
I’m crate trained and comfortable spending time in my kennel, but I’ve also earned enough trust to relax loose in the house when my family is away. I’ve lived successfully in both a house with a fenced yard and an apartment. While I’ve adapted beautifully to apartment life, I’ll admit that I absolutely loved having a yard where I could sunbathe, patrol for squirrels, zoom around, and conduct my important neighborhood inspections whenever I pleased. If my new home has a fenced yard, I’ll probably think I won the lottery.
I get along well with other dogs and tend to be more submissive than pushy. Sometimes my fur stands up when I’m excited or intensely interested in something, but it’s never because I’m being aggressive. It’s just my way of saying, "WOW! THIS IS REALLY INTERESTING!" I also have pretty good recall and enjoy staying close to my people. On leash, I start walks with lots of enthusiasm and sniffing, but after I settle in, I walk much more politely. With a little consistency, I think I’ll be an excellent walking partner.
Now, in the interest of complete honesty, there is one thing you should know: I am a highly accomplished stuffed-animal destroyer. Dog toys? Fair game. Children's stuffed animals left on the floor? Also fair game. Stuffed animals placed safely out of reach? Perfectly secure. I know the difference. I simply make my own choices. My work is thorough, and the resulting fluff explosions can be quite impressive. Fortunately, this is one of the only flaws my family has managed to identify.
Most of all, I’m a dog who wants to be part of the family. I want to know what you’re doing, where you’re going, and whether I’m invited. I’m curious, funny, affectionate, playful, intelligent, and full of personality. My family often says I’m part dog, part detective, part athlete, part comedian, and part demolition expert. They also say I’ve made them laugh every single day. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will keep you entertained, keep you company, and love you with her whole heart, I’d love to meet you.
