Koda is an Australian Shepherd/ Chow Chow mix. His date of birth is Dec. 30, 2017. He is smart, goofy and protective of the ones he loves.

Koda would do best in an active home. If children are in the home, he would do better with older kids.

He does have some food guarding tendencies and would need to be fed separately if other dogs are in the home. He has lived most of his life outside and will require a fence.

No cats for Koda! He loves laying in his swimming pool and does well on a leash. He will require grooming and is accustomed to grooming. He loves to chew and will need durable toys to play with. Adopters can complete an application at www.havenoftheozarks. org/adopt. No appointment is needed. The Haven is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week. All Haven of the Ozarks pets are fixed, up to date on their vaccinations, and microchipped. For more information, people may email havenozarksanctuary@gmail.com, or call at 417-835-3647. Contributed photo