Koda

Meet Koda

Koda is a 56-ish pound one-year-old foster girl with all the classic German Shorthaired Pointer traits—gentle, playful, curious, and always ready to go. She’s a happy, social dog who does especially well with other dogs and clearly enjoys being part of the action. She knows her name now, responds well to whistling, and genuinely wants to engage with her people.

Koda is very high energy and needs daily exercise to be successful. She’s not a dog with a natural “off switch,” but she will settle after her needs are met. A solid hour of morning ball chasing or running makes a big difference, and she also enjoys walks later in the day. She would be a great match for a runner or an active household, especially one that enjoys getting outside every day. Without enough exercise, she’ll find her own entertainment—usually by chewing or getting into things—typical young GSP behavior.

In the house, Koda is doing great overall. Housetraining is coming along nicely; she’s learning quickly and continues to improve. She is crate trained in the sense that she will go in and stays crated when her foster is away for a few hours, though she’s not a fan and will bark or whine for a while before settling. She’s not particularly interested in dog beds on the floor and prefers the couch—or your lap—when given the choice.

On leash, Koda does fantastic with a Gentle Leader and walks politely without pulling. Harnesses tend to increase her jumping and pulling, so the Gentle Leader has been a great tool for her. She knows “sit” and “wait,” is learning not to jump (a work in progress—she’s tall and enthusiastic), and is starting to learn fun tricks like “spin.” She’s smart, motivated, and clearly enjoys training.

Koda loves toys, especially the kind she can destroy, and enjoys running, chewing, and trying to initiate play with her foster dog friends. She’s affectionate and enjoys cuddling on the couch once she’s had her exercise.

Socially, Koda is easy. She loves people! She’s excellent with other dogs—male and female—and knows when to play and when to back off. She’s currently living peacefully with an 11-pound dog. She’s seen a cat on walks; it’s unclear whether she wanted to play or chase, so a home without a cat is best.

Koda rides great in the car and loves going along for the ride. She barks mainly when she wants to play and chews like a typical young, energetic dog—mostly toys, occasionally anything left within reach.

Koda would do best in an active home, ideally with another playful dog or with people committed to daily exercise and continued training. She’s sweet, eager to learn, and an absolute joy when her needs are met.