Kate Gosselin's Tearful Update on Rescue Dog Koda

Former reality television personality Kate Gosselin is openly sharing her difficulties in adjusting to life with her newly adopted Malinois mix puppy, Koda. Gosselin, 51, recently expressed her emotional struggles, admitting to crying due to the constant vigilance required to ensure Koda and her other dog, Meika, get along and Koda doesn't get into trouble.

Gosselin likened the demanding nature of raising Koda to her previous experiences raising her eight children, noting that being 51 presents different challenges than when she was younger. The puppy exhibits a 'humongous personality' and boundless energy, particularly being obsessed with her ball. This high energy has led to destructive behavior, including the incident where Koda damaged a special bed that once belonged to Gosselin's late German Shepherd, Nanuq, who passed away in December 2025.

Despite the emotional toll and challenges, Gosselin remains dedicated to Koda, recognizing that the puppy likely wouldn't have been saved by others. She is looking forward to Koda starting training soon, expressing hope that it will lead to improvements in behavior and help direct the dog's energy positively. Gosselin stated that she and her boyfriend, Steve Neild, adopted Koda, who was previously named Chiqis, in May 2026.