Adopt

My name is Nova!

Posted over 2 months ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Meet the Pet

3

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $250

This helps Columbia Humane Society with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Shepherd (Unknown Type)
Color
Brown/Chocolate - with White
Age
Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
21896265

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Nova

Nova is a beautiful 4-year-old girl who is as loving and loyal as they come! She adores people of all ages and has plenty of energy to share. Nova is happiest when she has room to run and play, making her a great fit for a home with a yard or plenty of outdoor space.

What she loves:

  • Hugs, kisses, and lots of affection

  • Truck or SUV rides (she’s the best road trip buddy!)

  • Playtime and open spaces

  • Visits to off-leash parks where she can stretch her legs

âš¡ Her personality:
She’s strong, full of life, and very smart. Leash manners are a work in progress—she can be impatient and pull, so she’ll need an adopter ready to continue her training. She does well with male dogs but can sometimes be picky with females.

Things to know:

  • Indoor/outdoor lifestyle

  • Can be sensitive to loud noises and sometimes shuts down when anxious

  • Prefers not to walk at night or in the dark

  • Currently about 7 lbs overweight (vet says she’s otherwise fit and strong!)

  • Best suited for a home without lots of stairs, since apartment living hasn’t been ideal for her

Nova is spayed, microchipped, up to date on vaccines (including rabies and parvo), and comes with her most recent vet paperwork.

This sweet, beautiful girl is ready for her perfect match—a loving family with space for her to run, patience for her quirks, and plenty of hugs and kisses to give. ❤️

If you’re interested in meeting Nova, please email adoption@columbiahumane.org .

September 20, 2025, 3:35 pm
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
21896265
Contact
Lisa Beggio
Phone
Address
2084 Oregon St, PO Box 845, St Helens, OR 97051

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

We ask that prior to arrival at the shelter you please either call or email for further details and to get an application for the pet.

2.

Meet the Pet

When you appointment time has been set, we will have you come and meet your pet.

3.

Take the Pet Home

If all goes well the pet can go home with you the same day.

Additional adoption info

Cats $150.00


All cat adoption fees include leukemia testing, spaying or neutering, entire series of vaccines, de-wormer & flea treatment while at the shelter, microchipping, free vet check within 14 days of adoption at any local Columbia County Veterinarian, a complimentary adoption take-home packet and a carrier.

Puppies (under 6 months of age)................................$350.00

Dogs (over 7 months of age).......................................$250.00

All dog adoption fees include , spaying or neutering, current on vaccines, de-wormer & flea treatment while at the shelter, microchipping, free vet check within 14 days of adoption at participating local Columbia County Veterinarian, complimentary take-home adoption packet and a leash and collar.

All adoptions must be reviewed prior to approval. In order to ensure that every dog and cat goes to the appropriate home, Columbia Humane Society reserves the right to approve or deny any adoption application for any reason they see fit. A home check may be performed in order to determine suitability. Columbia Humane Society's kennels are not open to the public, all applications must be filled out prior to meeting with a pet.

Adoption application

More about this rescue

Columbia Humane Society is committed to compassionate sheltering by providing a safe haven for animals in transition. It is our mission to assist the community in the successful re- homing and training of adoptable animals. CHS does not have kennels that are open to public walk through we ask that you either email or call prior to coming to the shelter to meet a pet so that we can arrange a time that we can meet with you.

The Columbia Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

OUR SERVICES:

Pet adoptions, low-cost vaccination clinics, microchipping, low-cost pet supplies, and pet cremation services.

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