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My basic info
Breed
Australian Shepherd
Color
Brown/Chocolate
Age
10 years 9 months old, Senior
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
32 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
9900
My details
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Bella is a sweet 9-year-old Miniature Australian Shepherd with a gentle spirit and a heart full of love.
She came to Happy Tails Happy Homes under heartbreaking circumstances—her beloved owner had to enter hospice care suddenly, and no one in his family was able to take her in. It broke his heart to say goodbye. Our mission now is to honor his love for her by finding Bella the perfect forever home where she can enjoy her golden years surrounded by care and compassion.
Bella has diabetes, but don’t let that scare you—she is a champ at receiving her insulin and follows her routine like a pro. She requires insulin twice a day along with a specialized diet, and her total monthly care costs are approximately $75–$100. To help her transition into a new home, *Happy Tails Happy Homes* will cover the cost of her insulin and food for the first **six months**.
Bella adores people and just wants to be by your side, cuddling up and sharing all the love she has to give. She enjoys car rides, walks nicely on a leash, and loves to be included in whatever you’re doing.
She has shown to do well with cats and currently lives with four other dogs in her foster home. Bella gets along with all her foster siblings, but she prefers a calm and respectful environment. She does not enjoy rowdy play or dogs who get in her face—if pushed, she will growl, bark, or air snap to ask for space. She’s not aggressive, just setting boundaries. Bella responds well to verbal redirection and listens when told “no.”
If you're ready to open your heart to a loyal senior companion and give Bella the peaceful retirement she deserves, please fill out an application at [happytailshappyhomes.org](http://happytailshappyhomes.org) under the "Adopt" tab.
Bella is a sweet 9-year-old Miniature Australian Shepherd with a gentle spirit and a heart full of love.
She came to Happy Tails Happy Homes under heartbreaking circumstances—her beloved owner had to enter hospice care suddenly, and no one in his family was able to take her in. It broke his heart to say goodbye. Our mission now is to honor his love for her by finding Bella the perfect forever home where she can enjoy her golden years surrounded by care and compassion.
Bella has diabetes, but don’t let that scare you—she is a champ at receiving her insulin and follows her routine like a pro. She requires insulin twice a day along with a specialized diet, and her total monthly care costs are approximately $75–$100. To help her transition into a new home, *Happy Tails Happy Homes* will cover the cost of her insulin and food for the first **six months**.
Bella adores people and just wants to be by your side, cuddling up and sharing all the love she has to give. She enjoys car rides, walks nicely on a leash, and loves to be included in whatever you’re doing.
She has shown to do well with cats and currently lives with four other dogs in her foster home. Bella gets along with all her foster siblings, but she prefers a calm and respectful environment. She does not enjoy rowdy play or dogs who get in her face—if pushed, she will growl, bark, or air snap to ask for space. She’s not aggressive, just setting boundaries. Bella responds well to verbal redirection and listens when told “no.”
If you're ready to open your heart to a loyal senior companion and give Bella the peaceful retirement she deserves, please fill out an application at [happytailshappyhomes.org](http://happytailshappyhomes.org) under the "Adopt" tab.
Please fill out an adoption application if you are interested in any of our animals. Effective January 1, 2023, our adoption fees are $375 for dogs under 18 mo. of age, $325 for dogs over 18 months of age, and $0 - $180 for senior and/or medically needy dogs.
You will need to fill out an application if you are interested in one (or more) of our dogs. You can find the link to our adoption application on our website - www.happytailshappyhomes.org.
Please fill out an adoption application if you are interested in any of our animals. Effective January 1, 2023, our adoption fees are $375 for dogs under 18 mo. of age, $325 for dogs over 18 months of age, and $0 - $180 for senior and/or medically needy dogs.
You will need to fill out an application if you are interested in one (or more) of our dogs. You can find the link to our adoption application on our website - www.happytailshappyhomes.org.
Go meet their pets
Due to CoVid, we are not currently showing our pets except by appointment.
We are showing our dogs at PetSmart in Bellingham every Saturday from 11-2.
Due to CoVid, we are not currently showing our pets except by appointment.
We are showing our dogs at PetSmart in Bellingham every Saturday from 11-2.
More about this rescue
Happy Tails Happy Homes is a no-kill nonprofit animal welfare organization dedicated to protecting and serving the well-being of animals and to fostering positive relationships between people and animals.
We have no shelter. We are all volunteer and all of our animals are in foster homes.
Happy Tails Happy Homes is a no-kill nonprofit animal welfare organization dedicated to protecting and serving the well-being of animals and to fostering positive relationships between people and animals.
We have no shelter. We are all volunteer and all of our animals are in foster homes.
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