OSO - CHOW CHOW / ALASKAN MALAMUTE (LONG COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION

Description

Posted Breed: Chow Chow / Alaskan Malamute (long coat). Hi I’m Oso!!! I’m what humans call a Rottie- Chow mix. My name means "bear" in Spanish. My foster mom said I looked like an old grisly bear and that now I remind her of a soft and gentle teddy bear. I think my name is so cool because it reflects both my past and my ongoing transformation and new life. My journey is unfolding every day into a story of hope, healing, and the search for a permanent place to call home. The first day of the rest of my life. On February 2nd my my foster family found me wandering around a gas station. I felt invisible. I know lots of humans saw me asking for help, but they just turned away. I started to wonder if I even existed. Then it happened… I saw this person looking AT me. She moving her mouth but I couldn’t hear anything. Thankfully she squatted down and was making hand gestures like she was actually calling me. I thought… “Could it be possible that she actually sees me AND wants me to go to her?“ She seemed friendly, so I starting walking towards her,but it took a minute. I had a very hard time moving. My legs were painfully bound by my dirty and knotted fur. Each step I tried to take hurt terribly. Regardless, I put on my most brave and handsome smile, and kept moving. Secretly, I was worried that when I got closer and she really saw me (and smelled me) she would also turn away like the others. When I finally got to her, she reached out and touched me. I know by the soft look in her eyes and the gentle touch of her hands I was finally safe. That was the moment I knew I would never have to look back at the life I bravely broke free from and desperately needed Up m forget. My past. My skeletal frame covered by heavily matted fur gives testament of a lifetime of deprivation and heartbreak. My foster mom discovered an old injury—a healed broken rib—that told her of the pains I’ve had to endure.. The chain hanging heavily from my neck spoke of the years I spent tied up, only dreaming of running in open fields. It also is proof that I was brave and found the strength to break away in search of freedom and a life I knew existed and wanted so badly. I am resilient. Despite my tribulations, my spirit has never waned. At heart I am youthful, reflecting the playfulness of the puppy I never really got to be. My energy manifests in bursts of joy but is quickly followed by long serene naps. What makes me truly special, aside from my resilience, is a very unique trait that captures the hearts of those I meet: One my foster family has fallen in love with from day one. My adorably unforgettable nose and a smile that's all my own! You see I have cleft lip, but it doesn’t bother me… I think it makes me extra special. Even my journey as a heating impaired dog hasn't dampened my spirit; instead, it's a part of what makes me.. OSO! I’m not ashamed… I am proud but mostly I’m just HAPPY! Happy all the time! I have HOPE! Under the care of my loving foster home, my life has taken a turn for the better. Each day is a step towards recovery, gaining weight, and building the strength that was once stripped from me. My health, once a concern, now shines brightly with a clean bill, including a heartworm-negative status, proving that I am on my path to not just surviving, but thriving. My dream is simple: a forever home where the grass under my paws and the sun overhead are daily joys. A secure yard for my adventures, and a family that appreciates quiet companionship as much as I do. Though I might not seek out couch cuddles, being by your side, engaged in play or exploration, is where I find my happiness. The family I imagine will understand my journey, offering guidance and strength as I continue to grow—in spirit and in health. My ideal human companions will be confident and loving, ready to continue the work of building my confidence and manners, especially as I navigate my newfound interests in toys and the company of other confident dogs. I’m making my mind up about small pup and cats, but I am VERY sure I love to chase squirrels. My foster family said there is perfect permanent home for me, because I’m “the goodest boy ever.” I am Oso, a survivor, a friend, and a gentle soul seeking a place where I can embrace being loved and the give gift of loving in return Hello. My name is Oso. My adoption fee is $200 locally in Houston, TX or $550 out of state (includes health certificate and travel fee). I am up to date on shots, neutered and microchipped. Fill out an application at toolkit.rescuegroups/of/f?c=ZGFVRHKK

• Physical Attributes

  Coat Length:	Long
  Grooming Needs:	High
  Shedding Amount:	Moderate

• Additional Information

  Was the Dog Found	No
  Other	Heat Sensitive Up-to-date on Vaccinations