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Kovu

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large
  • German Shepherd Dog

About Kovu

Sealy, TX

Breed

German Shepherd DogMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Large
(61-100 lbs)
Brown / Chocolate

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Kovu’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Kovu's Story

Meet Kovu: A Survivor Looking for a Special Forever Home <br/><br/>Kovu is a brave and loving German Shepherd/Husky mix with a heart of gold. After surviving an unimaginable past, he's ready to find a very special forever home. Kovu is up to date on vaccines, neutered, microchipped, housebroken, and crate trained.<br/><br/>Kovu's Story:<br/>Kovu's journey to healing hasn't been easy. He and his puppies were rescued from an extreme abuse situation, locked in a house for months with no food or water. While Kovu's puppies have found their forever homes, Kovu still needs more help with human socialization. With the love and patience of his foster, he has made incredible progress—but he's still looking for that one special person who can continue helping him trust the world again.<br/><br/>Kovu's Personality:<br/><br/><br/> <br/> Dog-Friendly: Kovu LOVES other dogs and is great with puppies! He thrives in a pack and enjoys playing and interacting with his canine companions.<br/> <br/> <br/> Human-Savvy: Kovu is a bit more cautious with people. He's not a snuggly dog and doesn't seek out a lot of physical attention—but he does enjoy playing tag with his favorite humans once he's comfortable. He's also treat-motivated and happy to give kisses when the mood strikes!<br/> <br/> <br/> Quiet & Low-Key: Kovu is not much of a barker—he'll vocalize at dinner time or when he's excited to go outside. He's generally a quiet, calm presence in the home.<br/> <br/><br/><br/>What Kovu Needs in a Home:<br/><br/><br/> <br/> No Kids: Kovu has no experience with kids, and would do best in a home with older, dog-savvy children—or no children at all.<br/> <br/> <br/> Other Dogs: He thrives in the company of other friendly, well-socialized dogs who can help him continue building confidence.<br/> <br/> <br/> Patience & Understanding: Kovu needs a home where his humans are patient and willing to let him set the pace. He may never be the cuddly, snuggly dog some people dream of, but he'll reward you with loyalty, companionship, and lots of playtime once he knows he can trust you.<br/> <br/> <br/> No Cats: Kovu has no cat experience, so a cat-free home is recommended.<br/> <br/><br/><br/>What's Next for Kovu?<br/>Kovu is looking for a family who will love him for who he is—a dog who may never be the social butterfly, but who still has so much to offer. If you're someone who understands that love comes in many forms, Kovu might be the perfect companion for you.<br/><br/>If you think you're the right fit for this sweet survivor, please reach out! Kovu is ready to find his forever family, and with your help, he'll continue to heal and thrive.<br/><br/>Location: Dallas/Houston Metro Area

Meet Kovu: A Survivor Looking for a Special Forever Home

Kovu is a brave and loving German Shepherd/Husky mix with a heart of gold. After surviving an unimaginable past, he's ready to find a very special forever home. Kovu is up to date on vaccines, neutered, microchipped, housebroken, and crate trained.

Kovu's Story:
Kovu's journey to healing hasn't been easy. He and his puppies were rescued from an extreme abuse situation, locked in a house for months with no food or water. While Kovu's puppies have found their forever homes, Kovu still needs more help with human socialization. With the love and patience of his foster, he has made incredible progress—but he's still looking for that one special person who can continue helping him trust the world again.

Kovu's Personality:



Dog-Friendly: Kovu LOVES other dogs and is great with puppies! He thrives in a pack and enjoys playing and interacting with his canine companions.


Human-Savvy: Kovu is a bit more cautiou

Meet Kovu: A Survivor Looking for a Special Forever Home

Kovu is a brave and loving German Shepherd/Husky mix with a heart of gold. After surviving an unimaginable past, he's ready to find a very special forever home. Kovu is up to date on vaccines, neutered, microchipped, housebroken, and crate trained.

Kovu's Story:
Kovu's journey to healing hasn't been easy. He and his puppies were rescued from an extreme abuse situation, locked in a house for months with no food or water. While Kovu's puppies have found their forever homes, Kovu still needs more help with human socialization. With the love and patience of his foster, he has made incredible progress—but he's still looking for that one special person who can continue helping him trust the world again.

Kovu's Personality:



Dog-Friendly: Kovu LOVES other dogs and is great with puppies! He thrives in a pack and enjoys playing and interacting with his canine companions.


Human-Savvy: Kovu is a bit more cautious with people. He's not a snuggly dog and doesn't seek out a lot of physical attention—but he does enjoy playing tag with his favorite humans once he's comfortable. He's also treat-motivated and happy to give kisses when the mood strikes!


Quiet & Low-Key: Kovu is not much of a barker—he'll vocalize at dinner time or when he's excited to go outside. He's generally a quiet, calm pre

How To Adopt

Kovu was listed as Adoptable by Sauver Des Chiens
How can I adopt Kovu?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Sauver Des Chiens. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Kovu is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Sauver Des Chiens for details on the pet.
When can I meet Kovu?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Sauver Des Chiens will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Kovu, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Sauver Des Chiens, and they'll be happy to help!
Sauver Des Chiens's Adoption Policy
After we receive your application, you will be notified via email that it has been received. Processing time is up to two weeks depending upon results of your reference checks and home visit. Please alert your references that you have submitted their name as a contact for your application and that someone from Sauver Des Chiens will be contacting them. If you are renting, please provide your landlord information as we will be required to contact them to confirm eligibility of having a pet on premise and any restrictions the landlord may have regarding pet. Veterinary Reference Check Please do not apply if the below can not be verified by your veterinarian. Your application will be denied if any of the below requirements are not met: Your vet must confirm that?ALL?dogs have been regularly on heartworm preventative the entire time they have been in your care. Your vet must confirm?ALL?pets have a consistent history?of recommended immunizations, vaccinations, medications, and health checks/screenings. Please call the vet you have listed on your application and give them permission to release your information to us. We try our best to call them within 48 hours of receiving your application! Personal Reference Check Upon approval of the vet reference check, we will contact your personal references. It is important that you provide us with references that know you well. If you have pets, please make sure you choose references who know you, your pets,?AND how you care for those pets. We require at least one non-family member as a reference. Home Visit Upon approval of the veterinary reference check and personal references, you will be contacted and a home visit will be arranged. Please note that?ALL?family members must be present during the home visit. The home visit will be performed prior to adoption. No adoptions will be approved without a home visit. Inside/outside homes for dogs must have an existing fenced yard with shade, access to water, shelter to be protected from the weather. If part of our mission is to educate people on how to properly own our animals, we will be happy to work with you to make your yard secure or give instructions on how to properly build an enclosure. We will be happy to make a second home visit to verify once this has been done. Please note that the intent of our visit is not to see how clean your house is! The purpose of our visit is to see the environment that the dog will be living in, to ensure that adequate provisions are made for the dog’s care and to discuss dog ownership with you. Approval or Denial Once all reference checks (vet, personal and landlord, where applicable) and the home visit have been completed, an adoption coordinator will contact you. If we have further questions or concerns, they will be discussed at that time. If the vet reference check and home visit prompt no further questions, and the adoption coordinator is confident that you can provide an excellent home for one of our dogs, a volunteer will notify you of your approval as soon as possible. . Sauver Des Chiens is a?100%?volunteer organization. Please allow one to two weeks to process and review your application. In most cases, applicants are approved or declined within 5-10 days. The Adoption Contract Once an adoption is approved, the adopter will receive an adoption contract from the SDC Administrator. This is an online document which is electronically signed to finalize the adoption. Adoption Fees German Shepherd Puppy: $350 German Shepherd Adult: $300 Mixed Breed Puppy/Adult: $250 Your adoption fee helps to offset the cost of services put into the dogs to get them adoption ready. This includes (but is not limited to): Spay/Neuter Microchip Vaccines (DHLPP and Rabies, as well as Influenza and Lyme where available/applicable) Heartworm Test, begin treatment process if positive Heartworm and Flea preventative Deworming Other vet care as needed

Kovu is from Sauver Des Chiens

[Sealy, TX]

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