Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Not good with dogs,
Not good with cats,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Age: 4? Weight: 40lbs Location: Allentown, PA Nicknames: "Munchie" Good with other dogs?: No, must be the only dog in the house. While Cocoa was good with other dogs while living at American Bulldog Rescue (ABR), once she became settled in our home and felt her "belonging" with us, she became aggressive and impulsive with our female American Bulldog, another ABR rescue, Java. Java soon exhibited the same impulsive and aggressive behavior. Cocoa will be the greatest pet you can have, and will be a loving member of your fanily, but needs to be the only pet in your home. Good with cats? unknown, will not be adopted to a home with a cat Good with children? unknown, will not be adopted to a home with kids under 10 Activity Preference: Low maintenance overall but needs quality outside time., other: Cocoa absolutely loves to walk but is not tolerant of heat and will let you know when she needs a break or is ready to walk back home. She is amazed by the outdoors and will sit quietly just watching the sky and listening to the sounds around her. IQ: Smart Cocoa Chanel's favorite things: While Cocoa has never met a treat she did not like, she loves vegetables and will eat any crunchy veggie you put in her bowl. Her favs are cucumbers, green beans, romaine lettuce hearts, broccoli and asparagus. She is occupied for quite a while when we leave her with a Kong toys filled with mushed bananas and then frozen. We always check on her via video camera when we are out for a short time and see her so dedicated to the Kong. She also loves peanut butter in a hollow bone! She also likes ice cubes. She likes to play outside but is not good at dropping a toy during fetch. She will also need a fenced in yard with no escape routes under or around as she will chase rabbits and squirrels. Cocoa Chanel is good at: meeting people, staying in a crate, behaving in the house, going for car rides, walking on a leash, playing, catching balls/frisbee, following commands, other: Cocoa is sometimes triggered by sounds she doesn't understand and will chew on items IF she does not have chew toys available. Ideal home: older children, quiet environment, someone at home most of the day, a fenced yard, other: She has so much love to give and is such a good girl just requires understanding and patience. She is most calm in the room with her people in her own space whether it's one of her beds or her "Cocoa Cabana" aka crate. Training Needs: socialization with dogs, other: Cocoa is smart and is very good on her leash with heal and sit. She has gotten better at coming when called in the fenced in yard, however if she is focused on a bird or squirrel she doesn't hear us. Health issues: Cocoa gets very healthy reports from her doctor but does have two issues requiring dedication. First, her ears must be cleaned regularly. Second, she has very sensitive skin underneath her paws making her prone to bacteria build up. Wiping her paws after she is outside, underneath and in between her toes, with an unscented baby wipe handles the issue for the most part but has infrequently required topical antibiotic ointment. Meet Cocoa Chanel Miss Cocoa Chanel's name was inspired by her diva personality and gorgeous cocoa colored coat. She is also quite the fashionista loving a sweater/hoodie to keep her warm inside our chilly home and coats outside during the cold months. She brings a huge smile to every single person who meets her or even is driving down the street and passes her trotting along. She is full of life and energy and love! She is a very low maintenance pup with her independent mannerisms. However, again, she must be your one and only dog. Once settled in her environment, Cocoa hardly ever barks. However, she does snore so if you are a light sleeper you will want a white noise machine. She prefers to sleep in her "Cocoa Cabana" outfitted with cushioned bed, chew toys and a blankie. Before bed she loves to be kissed and hugged as she settles into going to sleep. When she wakes up she is the same way. If you make time for a few minutes of petting and kisses you will be the one who is rewarded all day long! When we first brought her home she did have issues with going potty in the house but once she settled, she told us she had to go by going to the door and sometimes will pace. Cocoa is an absolute lady always sitting for her meals. She is so curious and will just spend time walking the yard and smelling the air. Cocoa will ask you for nothing but you will want to give her the world. She deserves so much love and know that you will be the luckiest family in the world if you are chosen to have her as a member of your family. PLEASE READ: Adopters will not be considered without completing an application. Please visit www.AmericanBulldogRescue.org to apply! Remember - Adoption is always the best option! If you can't help by adopting a homeless pet, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to American Bulldog Rescue, 4 Terry Drive, Suite 1D Newtown, PA 18940 or paypal AmericanBulldogRescue@verizon.net. We cannot place dogs in homes with children under 10 unless that dog has lived with kids or is in a foster home with kids. Thank you. To be considered for adoption, you must apply using our free, online application. Our dogs are fostered in our volunteers' homes, not in a central shelter/location. Only approved applicants are put into contact with the foster family to setup a meeting with the foster dog. Visit our Adoption Policies web page for more information and a link to our application: http://americanbulldogrescue.org/adoption-policies/.June 14, 2025, 12:06 pm
