KRONOS - Rottweiler Dog for Adoption in San Jose, California

*Kronos was placed on Needs Rescue Final on 11/04/2026* An adopter or rescue organization must commit to pull Kronos by 5:00 PM on 11/09/2026. If no placement is secured by the deadline, he may be humanely euthanized. Summary of Behavior Kronos is a fearful, food-motivated dog who has shown significant fear around leash placement and leaving his kennel. He may retreat, freeze, or refuse to walk when pressured, and has displayed leash biting during handling. Once outside, he generally walks well on leash, responds to cues such as “sit,” and is affectionate with people. He has approached people for attention, climbed into laps, and allowed handling and medical care. Kronos has generally been tolerant around other dogs, including calm coexistence and limited greetings. He has shown some whale eye and turned away when dogs approached closely. Kronos displayed food-related resource guarding while in the shelter. A behavior waiver addressing resource guarding is required. Kronos has been assessed with severe fearfulness and a QOL of Very Poor. Path Forward: Kronos is available for rescue or adoption. He needs a patient placement able to support his fearfulness, leash-related sensitivities, and food-related guarding. The adopter or rescue organization must sign the required behavior waiver before Kronos leaves the shelter. A rescue organization must commit to Kronos or an adopter must adopt him by 5:00 PM on 11/09/2026. ****Kronos IS AVAILABLE FOR Adoption or Rescue ONLY. Not a Foster Candidate.****
EXTENSION REQUEST PROCESS
A Rescue Group (RG) may request an extension of an animal's Needs Rescue Final Date no later than 5:00 PM on the noted final date by emailing SJRescue@sanjoseca.gov, with a cc to a Division Manager or Shelter Operations Supervisor. 10/13/26 09:39 Kronos has been placed on needs rescue URGENT because of his fearfulness in the shelter. He has notes of biting the leash when trying to leash him and he will freeze in teh room once out of the kennel.

The Rottweiler is a powerful and loyal breed known for its robust build and confident demeanor. Originating from Germany, these dogs are renowned for their intelligence, making them excellent guard and working dogs. Rottweilers are known for their distinctive black and tan markings, along with their calm and confident temperament. With proper training and socialization, they can be affectionate companions and effective protectors, embodying the qualities of courage, strength, and loyalty.

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