Oso Chow Chow & Alaskan Malamute Mix Vancouver, WA

Hi I'm Oso!!!

I'm what humans call a Rottie- Chow mix.

My name means "bear" in Spanish. My foster mom said I looked like an old grisly bear and that now I remind her of a soft and gentle teddy bear. I think my name is so cool because it reflects both my past and my ongoing transformation and new life. My journey is unfolding every day into a story of hope, healing, and the search for a permanent place to call home.

The first day of the rest of my life.

On February 2nd my my foster family found me wandering around a gas station. I felt invisible. I know lots of humans saw me asking for help, but they just turned away. I started to wonder if I even existed. Then it happened I saw this person looking AT me. She moving her mouth but I couldn't hear anything. Thankfully she squatted down and was making hand gestures like she was actually calling me. I thought "Could it be possible that she actually sees me AND wants me to go to her?" She seemed friendly, so I starting walking towards her,but it took a minute. I had a very hard time moving. My legs were painfully bound by my dirty and knotted fur. Each step I tried to take hurt terribly. Regardless, I put on my most brave and handsome smile, and kept moving. Secretly, I was worried that when I got closer and she really saw me (and smelled me) she would also turn away like the others. When I finally got to her, she reached out and touched me. I know by the soft look in her eyes and the gentle touch of her hands I was finally safe. That was the moment I knew I would never have to look back at the life I bravely broke free from and desperately needed Up m forget.

My past.

My skeletal frame covered by heavily matted fur gives testament of a lifetime of deprivation and heartbreak. My foster mom discovered an old injury-a healed broken rib-that told her of the pains I've had to endure.. The chain hanging heavily from my neck spoke of the years I spent tied up, only dreaming of running in open fields. It also is proof that I was brave and found the strength to break away in search of freedom and a life I knew existed and wanted so badly.

I am resilient.

Despite my tribulations, my spirit has never waned. At heart I am youthful, reflecting the playfulness of the puppy I never really got to be. My energy manifests in bursts of joy but is quickly followed by long serene naps.

What makes me truly special, aside from my resilience, is a very unique trait that captures the hearts of those I meet:
One my foster family has fallen in love with from day one. My
adorably unforgettable nose and a smile that's all my own! You see I have cleft lip, but it doesn't bother me I think it makes me extra special. Even my journey as a heating impaired dog hasn't dampened my spirit; instead, it's a part of what makes me.. OSO! I'm not ashamed I am proud but mostly I'm just HAPPY! Happy all the time!

I have HOPE!

Under the care of my loving foster home, my life has taken a turn for the better. Each day is a step towards recovery, gaining weight, and building the strength that was once stripped from me. My health, once a concern, now shines brightly with a clean bill, including a heartworm-negative status, proving that I am on my path to not just surviving, but thriving.

My dream is simple: a forever home where the grass under my paws and the sun overhead are daily joys. A secure yard for my adventures, and a family that appreciates quiet companionship as much as I do. Though I might not seek out couch cuddles, being by your side, engaged in play or exploration, is where I find my happiness.

The family I imagine will understand my journey, offering guidance and strength as I continue to grow-in spirit and in health. My ideal human companions will be confident and loving, ready to continue the work of building my confidence and manners, especially as I navigate my newfound interests in toys and the company of other confident dogs. I'm making my mind up about small pup and cats, but I am VERY sure I love to chase squirrels. My foster family said there is perfect permanent home for me, because I'm "the goodest boy ever."

I am Oso, a survivor, a friend, and a gentle soul seeking a place where I can embrace being loved and the give gift of loving in return

Hello. My name is Oso. My adoption fee is $200 locally in Houston, TX or $350 out of state (includes health certificate and travel fee). I am up to date on shots, neutered and microchipped. Fill out an application at https://toolkit.rescuegroups.org/of/f?c=ZGFVRHKK