playful and smart dog needing a better home
Pet's Name:
Bella
Dog: Primary Breed:
Other, not listed
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Still don’t know her exact breed but she seems like a mix of some sort of shepherd
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
July 2023
Age Category:
Young
Where did you get your pet?:
Found her alone in our neighborhood
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
Found her when she was tiny maybe about 3 months old in October 2023
Gender:
Female
Size (at full-grown):
Large
Approximate adult weight in pounds (number only):
50
Primary Color:
Black
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Loves her chew toys, treats, great for hikes and going on runs or walks, and loves to play with people.
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
She knows how to sit, go inside her cage when told to do so and gets off counters when told to.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
She is pretty independent doesn’t cry if she’s alone
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
She is still learning to be around other animals, she gets super excited and runs around a lot but she doesn’t get along with cats too well.
Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?:
She gets fed 2 times a day with good meals since she’s a large dog, she doesn’t need to be taken out at least once a day to go on a walk, and usually sleeps whenever we sleep at night too.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
Has never bit anyone or any other pet, she has been around other animals, but she plays around too much and overall hyper at times, she doesn’t do too well with cats because she barks at them but the times she’s bee around cats she doesn’t attack them.
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Once every 2 months for grooming, I bathe her once a month or two depending how dirty she gets outside because she’s very playful.
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
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Friendly: Generally gets along well with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?:
Aggressive: Does not get along with cats and may show aggressive behavior.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
She is so intelligent, I just know if she’s trained properly she will be an amazing protector, super playful with us, she’s funny where she communicates with us if we say anything to her, and loves the companion of others.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
I want to make sure she goes into a loving, responsible home, if possible one where she’ll be trained properly because of the potential she has, she’ll get the best meals, great and loving care, will take her on walks and runs just like she loves.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Cost of Pet Care
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
I take care of 4 pets alone, manly paying for all of their care alone and im struggling financially right now with my family, and we’re usually super busy and I wish Bella had better treatment and I wish I could do more for her but I don’t have the time or the money for that and also our landlord isn’t letting us have her
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?:
I take her to East Hills Veterinary Hospital in Antioch, CA
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
I try to give her good/healthy brands of kibble where protein is the main source she loves chicken beef or lamb and I like to give her blueberries some pumpkin and toppings with some water
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Pittsburg, CA
Zip Code:
94565
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Rachel Hernadez
Service Level:
Assistance Needed: Help Me Choose