Hoco (Coco)
The VIP (Very Important Placements) program at BARCS identifies dogs with medical challenges, behavioral challenges or those not handling the shelter environment well, who urgently need homes to prevent their decline. With our shelter at or near capacity nearly every day this year, and new dogs arriving daily, it's critical to find these dogs placements quickly. By doing so, we aim to save them from the risk of euthanasia due to lack of space. Adoption fees are waived for all VIP dogs.
UPDATE: IN FOSTER!
Shelter ID: A0036822121
Location: Foster Home
Sex: Female
Age: 7 Years Old
Current Weight: 58 lbs
About Me
Hoco (Coco) is a gentle and affectionate soul who thrives on companionship. This darling girl radiates happiness, always ready to curl up in your lap and shower you with affection.
Despite arriving at BARCS with an injured leg, Hoco's spirit remains unbroken. She tackles her recovery with a positive attitude, proving to be cooperative and friendly throughout her medical care. Her resilience is a testament to her wonderful spirit!
During a weekend in foster care, Hoco showcased her impressive manners—she respects boundaries and knows not to jump on furniture, preferring instead to settle on her cozy bed next to you. Her walks are a joy; she’s calm and composed, taking in her surroundings with a serene demeanor. Treat time is a delightful experience, as she takes them gently, and when it’s playtime, she’s ready to engage in a spirited game of tug-of-war. But don’t be fooled—she knows how to wind down just as quickly!
Hoco is a laid-back companion who is just as content to observe you going about your day as she is to join in on the fun. Her laid-back nature makes her the perfect "go with the flow" partner. While she appears to be housetrained and understands basic commands like sit, paw, and stay, her eagerness to learn and please is boundless.
Hoco would thrive in a home where she can be the center of attention, so she would do best as the only dog. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will bring warmth and joy to your life, Hoco (Coco) is ready to be your new best friend!
Why is My Status Urgent?
A dog’s behavior in a shelter can be very different from how they act in a home once they have time to relax. In the shelter, dogs spend a lot of time isolated in their kennels, meet new people constantly and are surrounded by other loud barking dogs, new smells, new sounds and new routines. This environment can keep their stress levels elevated for days or even weeks, which can cause them to act out in ways they wouldn’t in a home. Because of this, what we see in the shelter are just observations and not promises of how the dog will behave later. A dog’s true personality often shows up once they’ve had time to settle into their new home–that’s why fostering and adopting is so important!
The following are the observations of my behavioral challenges in a shelter environment:
Dog Selectiveness: Dog selectiveness is when a dog may get along well with some dogs but might have a poor reaction or be avoidant with others. Selective dogs may need carefully managed interactions, intentionally selected playmates to ensure compatibility, supervised play with other dogs, and avoidance of situations where they feel threatened or overwhelmed.
