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My basic info
Breed
German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Large)
Color
Black
Age
4 years 9 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
70 lbs (current)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
10005
My details
Good with kids
Good with cats
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Meet Nellie!
Nellie is a sweet 2-year-old German Shepherd who has already been through so much in her young life. She was first found living under a freeway in Oregon and taken to a shelter, where she landed on the euthanasia list. Thankfully, she was saved by a loving family and enjoyed a happy year with them.
Sadly, when that family—a mom and her three kids—lost their home and were living in a tent, they faced the impossible choice of giving Nellie up in order to move into housing that didn’t allow dogs. It was a heartbreaking decision, as Nellie was deeply loved, and they still call to check on her to this day. When they reached out for help, we knew we had to step in for this special girl.
Nellie is shy at first and can be nervous in new situations, but she warms up quickly and bonds deeply with her people. She especially adores children—she lived with three kids (ages 6–13) in her previous home and was gentle and loving with them. Nellie has also lived peacefully with both cats and dogs. She does great with *DOG SAVVY CATS* she likes to play and chase and that’s not for every cat/home.
She is crate trained, non-destructive in the home, and rides nicely in the car. Busy roads can make her nervous, but she enjoys training and has even done well in group training classes. Nellie is looking for a patient adopter who can help her continue to build confidence and show her that the world isn’t such a scary place after all.
If you’re looking for a loyal, loving companion who just needs a safe place to land, Nellie may be the perfect match for you!
Meet Nellie!
Nellie is a sweet 2-year-old German Shepherd who has already been through so much in her young life. She was first found living under a freeway in Oregon and taken to a shelter, where she landed on the euthanasia list. Thankfully, she was saved by a loving family and enjoyed a happy year with them.
Sadly, when that family—a mom and her three kids—lost their home and were living in a tent, they faced the impossible choice of giving Nellie up in order to move into housing that didn’t allow dogs. It was a heartbreaking decision, as Nellie was deeply loved, and they still call to check on her to this day. When they reached out for help, we knew we had to step in for this special girl.
Nellie is shy at first and can be nervous in new situations, but she warms up quickly and bonds deeply with her people. She especially adores children—she lived with three kids (ages 6–13) in her previous home and was gentle and loving with them. Nellie has also lived peacefully with both cats and dogs. She does great with *DOG SAVVY CATS* she likes to play and chase and that’s not for every cat/home.
She is crate trained, non-destructive in the home, and rides nicely in the car. Busy roads can make her nervous, but she enjoys training and has even done well in group training classes. Nellie is looking for a patient adopter who can help her continue to build confidence and show her that the world isn’t such a scary place after all.
If you’re looking for a loyal, loving companion who just needs a safe place to land, Nellie may be the perfect match for you!
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.
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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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