Kobe is a sweet, sensitive hound mix who was rescued from neglect and, thanks to good care, has filled out to a perfect 44 pounds. He's got a strong instinct to retrieve balls, and that same prey drive means he needs to always be leashed or in a secure, fenced yard. His foster dad recently learned this the funny way: Kobe spotted a bobcat outside the fence and took off after it in a full panic-sprint, only to come strutting back the second the bobcat disappeared, puffed up like the toughest dog in the yard. It's a pretty perfect snapshot of his personality- once he feels safe, he's confident, enthusiastic, and a total goofball, but anything new or uncertain can send him running for cover. That same sensitivity shows up with new people, too. Kobe is shy at first and may back away if approached quickly, but with a little patience he warms up fast, often within ten minutes, and becomes a loyal, affectionate companion. He walks well on a leash (a no-pull harness works great), enjoys chewing on bones, and has a moderate energy level- generally quiet and easygoing except when he's playing! Kobe loves the company of other dogs and would do best in a home with another energetic, respectful dog to play with, plus a fenced yard or regular daily walks to burn off that hound speed. He can get mouthy during play, so he's best suited to a family with kids who are a bit older rather than toddlers or younger. Kobe is clearly happiest now that he's safe and cared for, and he's ready for a home where he can keep being his confident, occasionally ridiculous self. We estimate Kobe's birthday to be April of 2024.
Ideal Home
Kobe would do best in a home with another energetic, respectful dog to play with. He needs a securely fenced yard or regular daily walks to burn off his hound speed. He can get mouthy during play, so he's best suited to a family with older children.
Ongoing Health
Kobe is up to date on age-specific vaccinations, microchipped, and tested negative for heartworm, Lyme, and ehrlichia. He is on heartworm preventative.
Training & Support
Kobe can be mouthy during play, so supervision with younger children is recommended. He is shy with new people but warms up quickly with patience.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- We will check your veterinary reference to ensure that current and prior dogs have a history of being kept up to date on rabies and distemper.
- Current pets must be spayed/neutered.
- Adoption fees cover age-specific vaccinations, a martingale collar, spay/neuter, microchip, heartworm/lyme/ehrlichia test, worming, and transport fees.
Transportation
Kobe is in foster care locally in Maine and is available for transport within New England.
