Chocolat

My story

Ah yes, Chocolat—and no, we didn’t forget how to spell. No, we didn’t misspell it. Yes, it’s because of the movie. And no, she won’t be serving hot cocoa or opening a small-town confectionery that magically fixes everyone’s emotional baggage—though she might fix yours just by existing. Introducing Chocolat: the soulful-eyed, soft-eared drama queen who always looks like she just read the end of The Notebook. (Seriously, she has the ears of a heartbroken poet and the soulful gaze of someone who just found out the squirrel escaped again.) Don’t be fooled by her permanent “life is hard” expression—this girl is a total sweetheart. Chocolat is basically perfect: sweet, loving, and soft as a marshmallow. She takes treats like a refined lady at afternoon tea—no chomping, thank you very much—and will sometimes grace other dogs with her playful presence (when the mood strikes and the stars align). But her true passion? Shadowing her humans like an emotionally supportive cloud. You move, she moves. You blink, she’s there. You sneeze, she’s already bringing you a tissue—emotionally. Chocolat is a 2-year-old, 50lb female Labrador Retriever mix… allegedly. And by “mix,” we mean spin the Wheel of Mystery Fluff and let the speculation games begin! Great Pyrenees? Probably—because let’s face it, even when there’s technically no proof, our Pyr radar goes ping. German Shepherd (those ears are basically satellite dishes), or maybe she’s not a Labrador at all and we’ve been hoodwinked by a Chesapeake Bay Retriever in disguise with her soft, wavy, luxury blanket-level fur. But really, you didn’t click on this profile because you care about her DNA breakdown like you're prepping for a doggie 23andMe. No, you’re here because that face—those eyes—ambushed your soul and demanded your heart. Same thing happened to us when we spotted her in the shelter, looking like a tragic French film heroine just waiting for someone to cue the dramatic music and roll the credits. How someone let this dog-shaped ball of love and drama end up in a shelter is beyond us. But hey, their questionable life choices could be your "riding off into the sunset with a sentient chocolate marshmallow" moment. So don’t mess this up. Adopt the fluff. With other dogs, Chocolat is the perfect blend of "polite introvert" and "unexpected party crasher." She’ll hang back like she’s above it all—until suddenly she’s in the middle of the zoomies like she’s been planning it all week. As for cats? She’s shockingly respectful of the household purrinators, possibly because she’s convinced they’re tiny, judgmental gods and she doesn’t want to get on their bad side. She hasn’t been officially tested with any of the small, sticky humans we call children, but based on her sweet nature, we imagine she’d do fine—as long as they don’t mistake her for a chocolate unicorn and try to saddle up. (She draws the line at being furniture.) She’s a little reserved when meeting new people at first—because standards—but give her a minute and she’ll melt into affection like she was contractually obligated to. She’s basically a slow-burn rom-com: awkward at first, then completely irresistible. Chocolat’s energy level falls somewhere between a lounging koala and a curious goat—low-key but with occasional spurts of “I have thoughts and must express them via light trotting.” She hits that magical 5-out-of-10 energy level where she’s down for a stroll or a nap, depending on your vibe. She’s a total gold medalist in the Car Ride Olympics—just chill, relaxed, and possibly judging your playlist in silence. On walks, she brings her A-game: no pulling, no drama, just smooth strides like she trained under a Zen master. Adventure or homebody? Honestly, she’s both... kind of. She’ll come along for the outing because you’re going, not because she has any grand plans to hike Everest. She still gets a little unsure in new environments, but her loyalty runs deep—if you’re going, she’s going. Period. Overall, she’s got that reserved, thoughtful vibe. She’s the type who watches the room like a detective in a trench coat before deciding whether to engage. But the moment she spots her person? Game over. Cue the wiggly butt, happy tail, and all the love. Other dogs? Meh. She’s not exactly the cruise director of the dog park, but she’ll dabble in a game of tag here and there. Mostly, though, she’s a devoted sidekick looking for her favorite human to shadow like it’s her full-time job. Fence or no fence? She’s flexible. A securely fenced yard would be great, but she’s just as happy in a home or apartment with regular leash walks—as long as she’s got her human, she’s home. Oh, and she’s both potty and kennel trained. That’s right—she pees outside and doesn’t scream in a crate. A mythical creature, basically. As for destructive tendencies? Nope. She’s not out here trying to live her best beaver life by chewing through your furniture. As for barking, she’s more of a casual commentator than a full-blown canine town crier. She’ll chime in occasionally—like when someone new shows up or the other dogs are stirring up drama—but she’s not out here narrating every falling leaf or imaginary ghost squirrel. Think “polite notice” rather than “midnight megaphone.” Just enough voice to remind you she’s observant, but not so much that you’ll be investing in noise-canceling headphones. So, what are you waiting for? Chocolat is basically the dog equivalent of finding a rare Pokémon in your backyard—just waiting for the right person to come along and make her their human. Don’t let this opportunity slip through your fingers. If you think you can handle the adorableness and are ready to take this sweet fluffball into your life, then fill out an adoption application at https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app already. It’s super easy—just a few clicks to send it over to her foster family, and voilà, she could be yours. Oh, and if you’re not already in Hutchinson, KS... well, pack up the car because that’s where you’ll be picking up this little bundle of joy. Ready to adopt her? Better get a move on before someone else does!

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Chocolat, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.