cosma

This 3-year-old Pitbull/Pointer mix is an energetic, inquisitive, and affectionate pup! At about 54 lbs, Cosma "sings" a sweet little "OOOOoooOOO" instead of barking when she's extra happy to see you.Cosma is house-trained, crate-trained, and thriving with a solid potty routine of about four outings a day. She's a quick learner who already knows how to sit and roll over and is working on polishing her manners (mostly keeping those paws off the counter). She will require a securely fenced yard or close supervision outdoors due to safety concerns.She has a calm to moderate energy level, especially around people and in familiar environments. She enjoys a 30-minute walk in the morning and another in the evening, spending most of her time sniffing and taking in the world around her. Before her morning walk or whenever she's especially excited, she often gets the zoomies and can jump nearly 4 feet straight into the air! After her walks, she's happy to curl up for a nap, chew on a hard toy, or stretch into her own version of doggy yoga. Belly rubs are one of her favorite things.Cosma loves staying busy -- whether she's people-watching through the window, squeaking a toy, carefully hiding a treasured cheese bone, or enjoying her favorite freeze-dried meat treats. On walks, she sometimes points, lifts a paw, and tilts her head as she watches birds, squirrels, or other interesting sights. She may stare at or run toward other dogs or small animals, but these behaviors appear to stem from uncertainty rather than aggression.She can be a little unsure when meeting new people, but with a few treats and some patience, she warms up nicely. She previously lived with a male dog but has since become dog-selective and worked with a trainer. Cosma will require a dog- and cat-free home at this time. She has also met children and slowly warmed up to them with proper introductions.Cosma enjoys being close to her people and may have mild separation anxiety, often choosing to sit beside you or even on your lap if you'll let her. She sometimes naps in her crate, and when left home alone in it, she settles quietly without barking or whining.Overall, Cosma is a healthy dog. She occasionally gets minor scratches on her legs from enthusiastic zoomies and rolling in the grass and may benefit from routine anal gland checks. She also experiences occasional seasonal sneezing and itchiness that are easily managed with Benadryl as needed.One of Cosma's most charming features is her adorable asymmetrical face. She has white eyelashes on the right side, black eyelashes on the left, a slightly smaller right ear, and even a unique paw-shaped birthmark on her right inner thigh.Lightly vocal and quick to alert to unfamiliar noises, Cosma can also be wary of people wearing bulky winter clothing. Overall, she's a loving, expressive, food-motivated companion with a heart of gold. If you're looking for a smart, loyal best friend with a cosmic name and a one-of-a-kind personality, Cosma might just be your perfect match.If you are interested in Cosma, fill out an application at this link to get the ball rolling - https://pethavenmn.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/dog-adoption-application/The adoption fee is $450. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, heartworm/Lyme test, all age-appropriate vaccinations (distemper, rabies, and Bordetella), heartworm and flea/tick preventatives, and microchip implant (including registration). Adoption fees INCLUDE a mandatory sales tax of 7.525%. Age and breed are based on veterinarian and intake professional’s recommendation and not guaranteed as a rescue animal’s history is often unknown. Due to post-adoption services provided, we prefer to adopt within a 150-mile radius of the Twin Cities. However, we will consider up to 250 miles if the foster agrees to travel requirements and staff approval.