Rocko

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  • Adoption Status: Available
  • Breed: Lhasa Apso
  • Age: 3 yrs
  • Sex: Male
  • Weight: 17 lbs
  • All LHH dogs have been spayed or neutered, updated on shots, microchipped, groomed, deflea'd, dewormed; and come with a leash, collar and LHH ID tag!

THIS IS ROCKO…and rock’n’rolo Rocky is a superstar!!  This gorgeous, 17 lb, 2-3 yr old, tan/white Lhasa Apso is the real deal!  Unfortunately, in the past he has landed in the wrong place and hasn’t yet found a family that had the time or appreciation to get this wonderful boy training or give him the attention he needs.  He is still a puppy in an adult body!  And STILL he is very loving, kissy, playful and happy! 

Rocko is a bit on the wild side — but nothing that some patience, time, training won’t solve.  When you are walking him, he likes to run circles around you but we are working on “walk straight” and he responds.  He is very smart and wants to please.  He is not a biter; he is not aggressive with other dogs or a guarder.  He is very demonstrative in showing you he wants to go for a run…or a hike.  He ain’t no couch potato…until he has had a busy day playing, going to the park, going on walks and you tire him out.  He wants to explore the world, meet and greet anyone on the street and say hello!

The best home for Rocko would be one where there is a yard, so that he can exercise and play with you!  Kids over 8 yrs old to play with him and a canine companion!   His vocal manners are pretty good — we have not heard him bark, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t!   AND if you take him out on a regular basis, he is pretty good doing his business outside and will use a pp pad if necessary!  But, no guarantees at your house!

Does Rocko sound like a pup you could “rock’n’roll with?  

Adoption Events

We do not have a public viewing facility; however, we hold bi-monthly adoption events in Santa Monica. Please check our calendar for changes and cancellations due to holidays or weather.

2nd and 4th Sunday of each month, 11am – 2:30pm

2116 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405 [Map]

Metered street parking.

Please bring pictures or video of your home/yard if we have not yet done a home visit (preferred).

And…don’t forget to bring your dog(s), if you have any. They make the final decision!