Coconut

Available

8 years old|Dutch Shepherd, German Shepherd Dog|Female|Medium|Amherst, MA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart🤗 Cuddler🎾 Playful

Coconut

Available

8 years old|Dutch Shepherd, German Shepherd Dog|Female|Medium|Amherst, MA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🧠 Smart🤗 Cuddler🎾 Playful

Coconut is an 8-year-old, spayed female mixed breed dog, with a medium build and a lovely short brindle coat. She is house trained and currently located in Amherst, MA. Up to date on vaccinations, she is a smart, affectionate girl weighing around 55 pounds. Coconut is well-suited for homes with calm children, making her a great family companion.

About Coconut

Meet Coconut! A loving eight-year-old Dutch Shepherd and German Shepherd mix in Portland, OR. With her beautiful tan brindle coat and soulful eyes, she radiates gentle devotion. Weighing in at 55 pounds, Coconut enjoys being close to her humans. Cuddling is near the top of her list of favorite activities, alongside neighborhood walks, hikes, and beach outings. She’s entertained by tug of war, chew treats, and puzzles. On the snack front, she finds joy in blueberries, apples, and cucumbers. Coconut is house-trained, crate trained, spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations. She knows commands like sit, down, shake, high five, park it, leave it, and let's go, thanks to formal obedience training. While she's comfortable being left alone for short stretches, she loves car rides and behaves well during vet visits and grooming. After surgery on both knees for a ligament injury, she's been without issues since. Affectionate with people, Coconut grew up around children. Calm, respectful, school-age kids would be her ideal companions. She's a little anxious around several dogs and tends to be vocal when there's a visitor, like the mail carrier. Coconut needs to be the only pet in her home due to a history of resource guarding. She has never bitten a person, but a pet-free environment is essential for her wellbeing. A quiet, structured household with thoughtful management of food and toys will help her flourish, along with a fenced yard. Coconut is ready to share love, adventures, and those adorable ears with a caring family. Could she be the devoted companion you've been searching for? If you're interested in adopting Coconut, please email adopt@joyfulpets.com for more information. She remains with her current family until the right match is found and is open to long-distance adoption. Every animal deserves a happy ending. This one starts with you.

Adoption Fee

Inquire directly with rescue.

Adoption fees can usually be paid via credit card, or other convenient methods. Please check with the shelter for specific payment methods.

Rescues & Shelters

Joyful Pets Animal Rescue

Location Address: 6 University Drive Amherst, MA 01002 Get directions

Questions about Coconut

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Coconut, being a Dutch and German Shepherd mix, thrives best in a calm and structured living environment where she can receive plenty of love and attention.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Coconut benefits from a fenced yard where she can play and explore safely, allowing her to enjoy her outdoor time.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Yes, Coconut is suitable for homes with calm and respectful school-age children, as she grew up around kids and enjoys their company.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Coconut would thrive best with experienced owners who understand her needs, especially concerning her resource guarding tendencies.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Coconut does not typically get along with other dogs due to her history of resource guarding, making her suitable for a single-pet home.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Coconut's compatibility with cats hasn't been assessed, so she would need a pet-free home.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Coconut has not been tested with small animals, so it's best to keep her in a pet-free environment.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Coconut can be anxious around many dogs, occasionally barking at visitors like the mail carrier, showcasing her protective instincts.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Coconut is comfortable being left alone for short periods, making her adaptable but still requiring companionship.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Coconut has completed formal obedience training and continues to benefit from a structured training environment.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Coconut is a medium-sized dog, weighing around 55 pounds.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Mixed breed dogs like Coconut typically have a lifespan of around 10-15 years, with good care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Coconut's short coat tends to shed moderately, requiring regular brushing to manage any loose hair.