COCO

05/06/26 18:31 P in need of urgent rescue! Has been in shelter since August 2025 and is continuing to experience kennel stress signs. 04/09/26 LONGEST STAY DOG!! Coco has been at the shelter since early August 2025 and he is still waiting for his new forever home. This sweet boy loves getting out of the kennel for walks with his friends and showing off his tricks. Coco has been experiencing a lot of kennel stress from being in the shelter for so long, and is barking a lot in his kennel. Coco isn't asking for much, he just wants someone who will give him plenty of love, lots of fun activity, and all the treats he could ever dream of. So come in today to meet this handsome boy who has been waiting so patiently for his new family. Coco is hoping that that family could be you. 1/22/26 Meet Coco, a handsome gray Bully mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart—just waiting for the right place to finally exhale. Coco has been at the shelter since August 2025, and while he’s done his best to stay hopeful, it’s clear he’s more than ready for a life beyond kennel walls.<br/><br/> Coco is very active and absolutely lives for playtime. Toys are his love language—especially the kind he can chew—and he’d much rather be out playing than stuck in a kennel. Training will be an adventure with him, especially because Coco LOVES treats and will proudly try to persuade you to hand one over with his charming expressions and enthusiasm. With a patient, active adopter, that food motivation can become a powerful tool to help him learn and thrive. <br/><br/>Shelter life has been hard on Coco, and he’s shown some dog reactivity in that stressful environment. That said, he has participated in dog playgroups before, and with the right guidance, structure, and decompression time, he has the potential to do well in a more peaceful setting. What he truly needs is a home willing to give him patience, consistency, and space to decompress from the constant noise and pressure of shelter life.<br/><br/> Coco isn’t asking for perfection—just a chance. A chance to play, to learn, to relax, and to finally feel safe. If you’re an active adopter with a kind heart and room for a goofy, treat-loving, toy-obsessed companion, Coco is ready to leave the shelter behind and start his next chapter with you. 05/12/26 14:33 <br/>What I did today: <br/>Coco enjoyed a refreshing 4.5-mile stroll at Hellyer Park, getting lots <br/>of good sniffs, soaking in the sunshine and fresh air. This goofy and<br/> affectionate pup thrives on attention and is completely relaxed when<br/> you handle his paws or face. He’s a fan of car rides too, happily <br/>jumping in and out without any fuss. <br/>What to know about this dog:<br/> • Great loose leash walker – if he gets caught up in a sniff, he’s<br/> easy to redirect <br/>• Unfazed by squirrels, geese, cyclists, e-bikes, and other people <br/>around him <br/>• Gets over-stimulated by other dogs - would do best as an only <br/>dog in the home <br/>• Responsive to ‘Sit’ and ‘Look’ with excellent treat manners <br/>Three words to describe me: <br/>Goofy, Sweet, Affectionate 01/29/26 What did we do on today’s adventure:<br/> Wow, what a pawsome day I had! The moment I realized I was <br/>heading out of the shelter, I couldn’t stop wiggling with excitement. <br/>After doing my business, I leapt into the car like a seasoned pro—tail<br/> wagging, ears perked, and ready to soak up the sunshine, fresh air,<br/>and freedom. <br/>Our destination? The beautiful Los Alamitos Trail! We explored a<br/>full 4 miles together, and I was in my happy place almost the entire <br/>time. I walked like a champ, although I was pretty excited when we <br/>first started so I was encouraging my new buddy to walk as fast as <br/>possible. She kept stopping randomly and when I looked back at her <br/>expressing WHY are you stopping? She would then get excited and <br/>say YES and give me a treat! Training humans is pretty easy! I tried <br/>really hard to stay focused when other dogs passed by but I get <br/>pretty scared when they are too close and try to scare them away. If I <br/>sat and looked at my buddy I got lots of treats so I mostly did this<br/>when I saw another dog approaching. <br/>After our hike, we stopped at Petco and walked around looking for a<br/>special treat and toys. I got to sniff all the exciting smells, meet some <br/>new admirers (they all said I was handsome AND well-behaved!),<br/> and pick out a new squeaky toy—my absolute favorite. Squeaky toys <br/>are like squirrels... only I can catch them every time! <br/>What You Should Know About Me: <br/>Coco is the kind of dog who instantly makes you smile just by being <br/>around him. While the shelter environment stresses him out—<br/>causing him to bark incessantly in his kennel—outside, he <br/>transforms into a completely different dog. On adventures, Coco <br/>truly shines. He handled a long, active outing with ease, showing off <br/>his playful, adventurous, and curious nature.<br/>Coco knows the cues sit, down, and look! He walks well on leash,<br/> with gentle guidance and the occasional redirection when other dogs<br/>pass by. He will walk right past other dogs when given enough <br/>space. He enjoyed the beef liver treats and responded beautifully to <br/>attention, pets and positive reinforcement. He loved exploring, <br/>jumping up on boulders, and soaking in all the new sights and <br/>smells the world has to offer.<br/>This special boy would thrive in a home that offers structure, love, <br/>and regular outdoor adventures. Coco is a strong and youthful <br/>‘senior’ and deserves a family who will cherish his joyful energy, <br/>tender heart, sweet disposition and warm snuggles. <br/>If you’re looking for a loyal bestie who is just as smart as he is sweet,<br/> Coco might be your perfect match. <br/>Three words to describe me: Playful, Smart and Strong

05/06/26 18:31 P in need of urgent rescue! Has been in shelter since August 2025 and is continuing to experience kennel stress signs. 04/09/26 LONGEST STAY DOG!! Coco has been at the shelter since early August 2025 and he is still waiting for his new forever home. This sweet boy loves getting out of the kennel for walks with his friends and showing off his tricks. Coco has been experiencing a lot of kennel stress from being in the shelter for so long, and is barking a lot in his kennel. Coco isn't asking for much, he just wants someone who will give him plenty of love, lots of fun activity, and all the treats he could ever dream of. So come in today to meet this handsome boy who has been waiting so patiently for his new family. Coco is hoping that that family could be you. 1/22/26 Meet Coco, a handsome gray Bully mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart—just waiting for the right place to finally exhale. Coco has been at the shelter since August 2025, and while he’s done his best to stay hopeful, it’s clear h

05/06/26 18:31 P in need of urgent rescue! Has been in shelter since August 2025 and is continuing to experience kennel stress signs. 04/09/26 LONGEST STAY DOG!! Coco has been at the shelter since early August 2025 and he is still waiting for his new forever home. This sweet boy loves getting out of the kennel for walks with his friends and showing off his tricks. Coco has been experiencing a lot of kennel stress from being in the shelter for so long, and is barking a lot in his kennel. Coco isn't asking for much, he just wants someone who will give him plenty of love, lots of fun activity, and all the treats he could ever dream of. So come in today to meet this handsome boy who has been waiting so patiently for his new family. Coco is hoping that that family could be you. 1/22/26 Meet Coco, a handsome gray Bully mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart—just waiting for the right place to finally exhale. Coco has been at the shelter since August 2025, and while he’s done his best to stay hopeful, it’s clear he’s more than ready for a life beyond kennel walls.

Coco is very active and absolutely lives for playtime. Toys are his love language—especially the kind he can chew—and he’d much rather be out playing than stuck in a kennel. Training will be an adventure with him, especially because Coco LOVES treats and will proudly try to persuade you to hand one over with his charming expressions an