Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Koda — Gentle Cockapoo Looking for a Calm, Loving Home
Meet Koda — a devoted, affectionate Cockapoo (born 2015) who lives to cuddle and be near the people he loves. He’s a sweet, loyal companion who greets you with a wagging tail, soft wiggles, and plenty of kisses. Koda adores lap time, quiet play, and curling up close at bedtime.
** Personality and Temperament **
Affectionate and velcrolike — loves to snuggle, follow you around, and nap curled against you.
Protective and alert — will bark or growl to let you know something’s up; this comes from caring and wanting to keep his people safe.
Friendly with adults, some kids and most dogs — very social and eager for attention; sometimes doesn’t respect other dogs’ personal space. He gets along great with the kids in his current foster home!
Slow to warm with new people — may bark or growl at first but usually relaxes and seeks affection once comfortable.
** Important Home Requirements **
No Toddlers — Koda becomes stressed around toddlers who climb on him or handle him roughly. (He recently spent time in a home with older kids and did okay (ages 8-10). He might do well with kids depending on their age and the overall environment in the home.)
Calm, lowtraffic environment — thrives in quiet homes without constant activity or small children underfoot.
Fenced yard recommended — enjoys supervised outdoor time but should not be left unattended outside. He would also enjoy playing fetch in the yard.
** Dog and Toy Interactions **
Plays with other dogs but can be overly enthusiastic and invade personal space; does best with tolerant, easygoing canine companions.
Toyguarding — will let other know to protect toys from other dogs. Management strategies like supervised play and separate chew times work well.
** Health and Care Notes **
Mobility considerations — Koda has a torn ACL and some back issues; he enjoys gentle play but should avoid high jumps and frequent stairs. He has taken medication for discomfort, but doesn't need it regularly right now - only if he's limping.
Olderdog needs — may breathe heavily at rest; vet checks have shown good heart and lung function. (He has taken medication to help relax him, but doesn't need it regularly.)
House training — potty trained but has worn a belly band and will need opportunities to go outside regularly - especially in a new environment due to age.
Crate history — previously stressed by long, unattended crating; does well when crated in a calm, loving environment and when not left alone for long periods.
Dental care — has few teeth remaining and enjoys bully sticks and soft chews.
** Why Koda Is Special **
Koda is a huge-hearted companion who gives love freely once he feels safe. He’s the kind of dog who will happily play gently, then settle into your lap for hours. He’s protective in a caring way and will become deeply bonded to the person who offers him a calm, consistent home. He's such a lover boy and would love to find a special person to call his own.
The suggested adoption donation for Koda is $350, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training). Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees.Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal’s foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver.Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal’s needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months.
To learn about Muddy Paws Last Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc
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