Koi the Mini Boxer and Happiest Boy

If happiness had a mascot, I'm pretty sure it would at the least resemble Koi. This boy is the definition of a people's dog, spreading wiggly affection and an enthusiasm for love everywhere he goes. To him, it is absolutely a thrill to be loved! The moment you start petting him, you can see him light up like it's the best day of his life - tail wagging, body wiggling, whole-face smile. Standing still for love is just not his style! Koi is estimated to be 1.5 years old, weighs 33-lbs, and we suspect he is a mini Boxer/English Bulldog mix with a big personality, but we cannot guarantee breed or birthday considering he is a rescue. Koi enjoys adventure and is an eager explorer who has basic leash skills and will polish to perfection with practice and the occasional gentle correction. He checks in often and is happy to deliver on your expectations. Dog-wise, Koi is a social and playful guy. We spent the afternoon introducing him to new dogs and watching him play, and he is polite during on-leash introductions, with a little excitement sneaking in here and there, but it is all in a friendly nature. The only trouble with Koi's friendly enthusiasm and play style is that not every dog finds it fun. He loves a good playmate with matching energy but tends to pester dogs to play in an annoying, younger sibling sort of way. His best fit would be with dogs that have a very similar Frenchy/Boston type of baby bull play style. However, this boy would also be perfectly content being your one and only!

Ideal Home

Koi's ideal home will give him an outlet for his energy – walks, playdates, or backyard fun – and people who don't mind his occasional joyful jumps or sneaky smooches (aka face licks). He's a small package with a big-dog heart and a contagious joy for life. The perfect dog if you love hosting and have a dog-loving bunch of friends and family. He is friendly, outgoing, and greets new people with open paws and a full-body wiggle, so much so that people may want to come over just to hang out with him. He does jump up gently to give hugs, so a family with slightly older kids who can handle his excitement would be perfect.

Ongoing Health

No specific health conditions were mentioned in the listing.

Training & Support

Koi has basic leash skills and will polish to perfection with practice and the occasional gentle correction. He checks in often and is happy to deliver on your expectations. He does jump up gently to give hugs.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• The adoption fee is $1,000, which includes all vetting, DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12-month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high-quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship.
• Additional Perks include extensive behavioral testing and information from trainers, discounts on Embark DNA test kits, 30-day trial of pet insurance with Trupanion, a free private online dog training session with GoodPup, access to multiple dog trainers in your area, discounts on Fetch subscription, coupons for Petco, discounts on Dr. Cuddles pet first aid and hygiene solutions, discounted heartworm, flea prevention, and monthly dewormer, and access to an exclusive FB Adopters page.

Transportation

• We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue-run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travels safely and comfortably with 24/7 care.
• Transport drop-off locations include WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters).
• There is an $87 surcharge for transportation.
• Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.