Cocoa Local

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Cocoa is a beautiful dark brown mixed-breed girl with a gentle heart and eyes full of love. At 4 years old, she's mature enough to know the ropes of home life—fully housebroken, with decent leash skills—and still young enough to enjoy playtime and new adventures.

Originally adopted as a puppy, Cocoa lived in a loving home with children from newborns to teens. Unfortunately, due to major life changes, she was recently surrendered. Now in foster care, she's adjusting well and learning that new beginnings can be just as sweet.

Cocoa can be a little shy at first with new adults, but give her a little time (and a few tasty treats—she’s very food motivated!) and she’ll soon be leaning in for affection. She loves and is wonderful with kids, making her an ideal family companion.

While she wasn’t socialized much with other dogs early on, Cocoa is starting to explore the dog world and is slowly building her confidence. She’d do best either as the only dog or with a calm, patient canine companion who can help her learn.

Cocoa is healthy, loyal, and full of love to give.
If you’re looking for a sweet, steady companion who thrives in a family setting and just wants to be loved, Cocoa might be your perfect match. Apply to learn more about her today!


Name: Cocoa
Breed: Doberman Pinscher/Catahoula Leopard Dog
Sex: Female
Age: 4 years 4 months (estimated as of 6/14/25)
Weight: 60.0
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Vaccinations: Up to date
Heartworm: Negative on recent testing
Microchipped: Yes

BASED ON OUR OBSERVATIONS:
Good with Children: Yes lived with them originally
Good with Dogs: yes - a calm mellow dog would suite her best
Good with Cats: Unknown

Adoption Fee: $550.00  

Location of dog currently:    New England 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - 

Paws New England is a foster-based rescue; our dogs reside in various locations throughout the south & New England.  

Adoption donations cover pre-adoption vet costs (including vaccinations, spay/neuter when age appropriate, and heartworm testing/treatment when necessary), a microchip, and transportation to New England if necessary.

Donations for our young, healthy puppies and dogs support their fellow canines of advanced age or suffering from injuries and abuse whose donations are reduced but whose veterinary costs are typically much higher. We appreciate your understanding that your newly adopted dog will help others in need.