Koda

My story

Hi, I'm Koda Second Chances Are My Time To Shine I'm about four years old, and my journey with Freedom Frenchie Rescue started when the team traveled to Ventura County Animal Shelter to pick up another bulldog named Scarlett. As it turns out, they didn't leave with just one dog that day. They saw my handsome face, took one look at me, and apparently couldn't resist. Honestly, I like to think I was the impulse purchase in the checkout line. When I first arrived in rescue, I was dealing with some skin issues and missing fur along my back and body. Shelter life had clearly taken a toll on me, and if we're being honest, I looked a little rough around the edges. Underneath all of that, though, was a healthy Frenchie who simply needed some medical care, good food, and people willing to believe he was worth the effort. Today, my skin is healing beautifully, my fur is growing back nicely, and I'm medically healthy. Every week I look a little better than the week before. At this rate, I'm expecting people to start asking for my skincare routine. A Personality All My Own My foster family describes me as a character, and honestly, I think that's putting it mildly. Some of my habits are unusual, some are hilarious, and most of them keep everyone entertained. I have a way of inserting myself into situations that don't necessarily involve me but probably should. If there's a conversation happening, I'd like to be included. If someone gets up to go into another room, I'd appreciate an explanation. If attention is being handed out, I'd like my portion immediately. The more comfortable I become, the more my personality continues to come out. Every day my foster family discovers another little Koda-ism that leaves them laughing, shaking their heads, or both. Learning to Trust the Process One thing my foster family has noticed is that I genuinely want to learn. We're working on manners, routines, structure, and helping me understand what is expected of me in a home. Like many rescue dogs, I didn't arrive with a full understanding of household rules. Some things are completely new to me, and some things take a little repetition before they click. The good news is that I continue making progress because for the first time in a long time, someone is actually teaching me. Every day I become a little more comfortable, a little more confident, and a little more willing to believe that this life is permanent. Progress Over Perfection If I'm being completely honest, potty training is currently my biggest challenge. I still have accidents in the house from time to time, and my foster family is actively working with me to help me succeed. While some dogs come into rescue already understanding household routines, I'm still figuring out how this whole system works. The important thing is that progress is happening. Every day I learn a little more, understand a little more, and improve a little more. My future family should be prepared to continue helping me with consistency and patience, but they should also know that I'm trying. Besides, nobody becomes a professional overnight. Not even me. My People Are My Safe Place One area where I still need a little extra support is when my people leave. If my foster mom leaves the house or closes the door while she's working, I can become anxious and start pacing around looking for her. I don't love being separated from the people I trust because, quite honestly, I'm still learning that people who care about me always come back. I also need a family that understands structure. If you give me an inch, I will absolutely take a mile. Then I'll probably try to negotiate for another mile just to see if it's available. While I'm sweet and lovable, I do best when I have a confident leader setting boundaries and helping me understand expectations. Structure helps me feel safe, and when I feel safe, I thrive. The Chair Belongs to Me Now Every dog has a favorite place in the house, and I have made my choice. For reasons known only to me, I have decided that my foster mom's work chair is the greatest piece of furniture ever created. While she's sitting on the sofa, I'll happily curl up in the chair and nap like I've personally paid the mortgage. At this point, I don't think of it as her chair anymore. It's our chair. Mostly mine, but I'm willing to share occasionally. A Frenchie Through and Through There are some things about me that are exactly what you'd expect from a French Bulldog. For example, I love food. Breakfast is exciting. Dinner is exciting. Treats are exciting. The possibility that someone might accidentally drop food on the floor is extremely exciting. I take snack opportunities very seriously and believe every meal should be celebrated appropriately. I also love bones and enjoy spending time chewing on them throughout the day. When I'm not monitoring food-related activities, you'll often find me playing with my foster Frenchie friend, hanging out with my people, or searching for the next best place to take a nap. Finding My Footing The best way to describe me right now is that I'm adjusting to a completely different way of life. Not long ago, I was sitting in a shelter with skin issues and an uncertain future. Today, I have a warm bed, regular meals, medical care, dog friends, and people who are helping me learn how to be part of a family. That's a pretty big change for a guy. Every day I become a little more comfortable with my new reality. Every day I learn something new. Every day I gain a little more confidence. Rescue isn't an overnight transformation. It's a journey, and I'm right in the middle of mine. Looking for My Forever Family My ideal family will understand that rescue dogs don't arrive perfectly finished. We arrive hopeful. We arrive trying. We arrive carrying pieces of a story we didn't get to write. I'm looking for people who can continue helping me build confidence, work on my potty training, and remind me that I'm safe when life feels uncertain. I'm also looking for people who appreciate a dog with a big personality, a healthy sense of humor, and a slight tendency to believe the world revolves around him. In return, you'll get a loyal companion, a professional attention seeker, a dedicated snack enthusiast, an expert chair thief, and a dog who will make you laugh on a regular basis. I've already survived the hardest chapter. Now I'm ready for the part where everybody lives happily ever after. Koda is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, he is being fostered in Phoenix, AZ. His adoption donation fee is $1100.00 and you can apply on our website freedomfrenchierescue.org

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