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At 75 healthy pounds, Baloo is the dog for someone who likes a whole lotta dog! He's a big, squishy, snuggly guy who is ready to take up a lot of space in your heart and on your couch. Baloo is gentle and friendly with new people, and enjoys the company of other dogs. Although Baloo is a big boy, he is also a big love! He knows several cues such as "sit" and "paw" and even learned to dry his mouth after drinking in his previous foster home. He is treat motivated which also makes positive reinforcement training a breeze. Baloo is relaxed and comfortable in the home, and is even great on outings in town.
In late 2022, Baloo suffered incredibly painful injuries which required multiple surgeries to repair and left him with scars on his legs and body. Due to the sensitive nature of what happened to Baloo, we cannot publicly disclose the details of what occurred but what we can share is that it took a team of people to save his life. We are grateful to our partners at Hawai'i County Animal Control and Protection Agency for getting Baloo the help that he needed.
Now, a year later, fully healed, with a heart of gold, our Baloo is looking for a life with much more than the ''bare necessities'' (though, he's such an easy-going guy that this pup could rest at ease, with just the bare necessities of life.) He is healthy and thriving - and deserves to know all about the good things in life. Baloo, like his namesake from The Jungle Book, has seemingly forgotten all about his worries and his strife.
To adopt me:
Start by clicking the "Apply to Adopt" button on my profile! Once you have filled out the adoption questionnaire, our Adoptions team will follow up with you via phone or email as soon as possible. If we are a match, the Adoptions team will schedule a meet and greet appointment at the shelter.
If you have any questions regarding our adoption process, please reach out to us at adopt@hihs.org. Please note: Our shelters are open for walk-in visits on Friday-Tuesday, from 10am to 3pm; all adoptions are by appointment only.
At 75 healthy pounds, Baloo is the dog for someone who likes a whole lotta dog! He's a big, squishy, snuggly guy who is ready to take up a lot of space in your heart and on your couch. Baloo is gentle and friendly with new people, and enjoys the company of other dogs. Although Baloo is a big boy, he is also a big love! He knows several cues such as "sit" and "paw" and even learned to dry his mouth after drinking in his previous foster home. He is treat motivated which also makes positive reinforcement training a breeze. Baloo is relaxed and comfortable in the home, and is even great on outings in town.
In late 2022, Baloo suffered incredibly painful injuries which required multiple surgeries to repair and left him with scars on his legs and body. Due to the sensitive nature of what happened to Baloo, we cannot publicly disclose the details of what occurred but what we can share is that it took a team of people to save his life. We are grateful to our partners at Hawai'i County Animal Control and Protection Agency for getting Baloo the help that he needed.
Now, a year later, fully healed, with a heart of gold, our Baloo is looking for a life with much more than the ''bare necessities'' (though, he's such an easy-going guy that this pup could rest at ease, with just the bare necessities of life.) He is healthy and thriving - and deserves to know all about the good things in life. Baloo, like his namesake from The Jungle Book, has seemingly forgotten all about his worries and his strife.
To adopt me:
Start by clicking the "Apply to Adopt" button on my profile! Once you have filled out the adoption questionnaire, our Adoptions team will follow up with you via phone or email as soon as possible. If we are a match, the Adoptions team will schedule a meet and greet appointment at the shelter.
If you have any questions regarding our adoption process, please reach out to us at adopt@hihs.org. Please note: Our shelters are open for walk-in visits on Friday-Tuesday, from 10am to 3pm; all adoptions are by appointment only.
Hawaii Island Humane Society
Animal Community Center in Kona
78-6767 Mamalahoa Hwy Holualoa, HI 96725
Main: 808-329-1175
adopt@hihs.org
Keaau Shelter
16-873 Keaau Pahoa Hwy Keaau, HI 96749
808-966-5458
adopt@hihs.org
Hawaii Island Humane Society
Animal Community Center in Kona
78-6767 Mamalahoa Hwy Holualoa, HI 96725
Main: 808-329-1175
adopt@hihs.org
Keaau Shelter
16-873 Keaau Pahoa Hwy Keaau, HI 96749
808-966-5458
adopt@hihs.org
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The Hawaii Island Humane Society is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization founded in 1963 in Hilo. We serve the entire Big Island while continuing to promote compassionate and humane treatment of animals in our community.
The Hawaii Island Humane Society is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization founded in 1963 in Hilo. We serve the entire Big Island while continuing to promote compassionate and humane treatment of animals in our community.
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