Stella

Stella is a ball of energy who would LOVE an athletic owner/family. We believe she needs a home that can take her for long walks and/or runs, and keep her stimulated with fun toys and play. A home with a decently sized backyard would be ideal, but trips around the neighborhood or parks would be excellent for her too! She is potty and crate trained, and is working on her obedience skills (she's getting much better with "sit" - especially when treats are involved)!

Stella came into our lives after we lost two long-time companion dogs. When we adopted her, she was skin and bones. We later learned that her relatively low-key energy levels were due to her being sick in the shelter with parasites. After visiting the vet and getting her back to full health, she has gained a healthy amount of weight and her energy has returned in FULL strength. As senior retirees, we just cannot keep up with her needs, and are at risk of being injured by her when she wants to play or walk.

Our son (visiting from Austin) was able to take her for a run around the park and she did great! She gets a little distracted by birds and squirrels, and would likely do the same with other dogs, but she LOVES to run around and play. An ideal home would be a younger, athletic, patient dog-parent(s) who have the strength, time, and resources to help her exert her energy and continue her training.

Please consider bringing this beautiful, healthy girl into your lives.

Pet's Name: Stella
Dog: Primary Breed: Bull Terrier
Birthdate, estimate is okay: 2021
Age Category: Young
Where did you get your pet?: Fort Bend Animal Shelter
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.: March 21st, 2023
Gender: Female
Size (at full grown): Medium
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size. Example: 35: 65
Primary Color: White
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: Rope toys, sticks, balls
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?: Stella is high energy, playful, and athletic. She can be a handful, but is so sweet once she's gotten a good amount of exercise and play in.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Pet Behavior
Rehoming reason details (if necessary): Retirees that can not physically take care of strong dog breed or provide the outlets she needs for exercise, etc.
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: Two weeks
Who is your veterinarian?: Eric D. Osterman
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Purina Pure One True
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State: Houston, TX
Zip Code: 77095