Coco

Meet Coco, a loyal and affectionate three-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix from Asheville, NC, whose big heart is matched only by his love for playtime and cuddles! With his partially brindled black-and-white coat and soulful eyes, Coco is a true companion dog—one who wants to be by your side, whether chasing after his favorite ball or curling up for a relaxing evening on the couch.

Coco is a high-energy pup who thrives on activity. He absolutely loves playing fetch, chewing on a good bone, and soaking up all the affection he can get. He’s a smart boy who knows commands like sit, stay, go to your place, and even responds excitedly to “Do you want your food?”—especially if it involves his favorite treats like cheese or apple slices!

Because Coco can be reactive when meeting new dogs, he’s looking for a home where he can be the only pet. He’s never shown aggression toward people, but due to his size and strong personality, a household without small children would be the best fit. A secure, fenced yard would be ideal for him to burn off energy, but he’ll also need a patient and experienced pet parent who can manage his leash reactivity and give him structured exercise.

At home, Coco is a loving, devoted companion who just wants to be near his favorite people! He’ll happily rest his head on your lap, lean in for pets, or simply sit close by, enjoying your presence. He sleeps soundly in his own space, eats well, and is house-trained, neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations—ready for his new adventure with his next loving family!

Are you looking for a playful, loyal, and affectionate companion who will love you unconditionally? Then reach out today to learn more about Coco!

Pet's Name: Coco
Dog: Primary Breed: Other, not listed
Primary Breed (if not in list): Pit bull terrier mix
Birthdate (an estimate is okay): Spring 2022
Age Category: Adult
Where did you get your pet?: Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (Asheville)
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): May 14, 2022
Gender: Male
Size (at full-grown): Large
Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 70
Primary Color: Black (Mostly)
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Chasing his ball, chewing on a bone, cuddling
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No
What commands does your dog know?: Sit, Go to your place, Time to go to bed, Do you want your food, stay.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: Not a problem. He is just very excited when you come home.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: Other dogs. Will also bark at the mailman or delivery.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: He sleeps in his bed, in a closed play pen in our room. He eats separate from our other dog, (but that's because of our other dog).
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: None
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: He is reactive when meeting new dogs, especially on a leash while on a walk. He does great with our other dog. He has never bitten anyone or any pet, but we are very careful to make sure that stays the case. It is challenging to walk him because of his reactivity to dogs and him being big and very strong.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : We take him to a groomer for bath and nails once every month or 2
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: He gets a dental chew before bed.
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
How is your dog with other dogs?: Aggressive: Does not get along with other dogs and may show aggressive behavior.
How is your dog with cats?: Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: He is such a lover. He would like your hand on him at all times when youre hanging out. He is in love with his ball too.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: Kind, attentive people who can give him the attention and activity he needs. A fenced in yard would be best, people comfortable with dogs and with his potentially being reactive to other dogs.
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: No kids or other pets would be best.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Schedule, No Time
Details about rehoming reason (if needed): We have a baby now, and cohabiting is getting more difficult as she gets older. He is very sweet, but a bit of a tornado and we worry he will accidentally hurt her. We have never worried about him being aggressive towards her or any other humans. We are also not being able to walk him and give him the activity he needs due to our busy work and parenting schedules.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?: Open Door Vet
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Kibble, none.
Do you currently have pet insurance?: No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Asheville, NC
Zip Code: 28806
How did you hear about us?: Rescue/Shelter
Service Level: Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)