Please note: I am available to adopters in the OTTAWA & surrounding areas ONLY.
G'day, g'day, g'day. My name is BELLE (Bella) and here is a little info about me:
Breed: Rottweiler
Age: 1-1/2 yrs
Gender: Fe
Weight: 88 lbs
Highlights: social, affectionate, trained, eager to please, confident, intelligent, protective, loyal
Looking for an amazing dog, then you've come to the right bio. This sleek furred girl is a well trained, even tempered pup, who awaits a new family to love. I have a special quality where I can sense when things aren’t right with your mood... And then offer comfort and come to be near you to offer support.
My foster mama would like me to have more freedom than what a city can provide for me. Her son who originally took me... being his first dog, was not able to provide for the needs of a youngster like me, thus I need a more spacious area.
I am well socialized, affectionate and have numerous training certificates to my name. Yup, I know my job (like keeping predators away and keeping watch on the yard - my protective rottie growl makes them stay away, smile) and happily do so. I like learning and try to please you. In fact, I know many tricks, like shake, play dead, etc... I seem to really understand what you are telling me too. I'm quite intelligent. I understand when you tell me no, as well. I've been told I am cute and funny. If you know us Rotties, you'll know we are just big goofuses.
I like to play with other dogs, but I prefer to pick and choose my friends for that. I'd love to have some regular play dates, as I get bored otherwise. Cats or small dogs, other small animals would not be the best thing to have around, as I will chase them. SQUIRREL!!! Heehee, oh yeah, small critters are for chasing in my mind.
It is enjoyable to carry balls around or bring big sticks home from walks/hikes. I'm always up for a game of ball. I've got plenty lots of energy and would do best having a job, like guarding your fenced property from da big bad critters out there. It's what I do, was bred for don't ya know. That and herding, though I haven't been taught to herd...yet. Bet I could learn though. Got goats? sheep? horses? I will just need lots of good exercise to remain healthy and happy.
My foster mama plays games with me like hiding bones and toast in the yard for me to find. Maybe K9 sports, like scent work or barn hunt might be fun to do.
I love being greeted by kids too and an additional plus is I am house trained and walk well on leash.
I am on a whole food cooked diet currently. It would be great if that could continue, so I stay healthy. My mama can give you the rundown on details. I get bones to chew daily, which keeps my smile sparkling.
Hoping for a lover of my breed or someone experienced with my breed group to adopt me. My ultimate dream home, you ask? One where at least one of my peoples works from home, are around a lot, live on acreage and are active people to keep up with my activity level. That's not asking too much for a beautiful girl, is it?
Energy Level: high
I get along with:
Dogs: yes, no small dogs though please
Cats: no or other small animals
Kids: yes
Fears: none observed. Please be patient assisting me in my transition.
Training: Yes. Certifs, commands, tricks
Leash skills: yes. Please be prepared to continue training.
House trained: Yes. Please help me learn where to go in my new home.
Health notes:
I have been vaccinated, spayed & microchipped.
My adoption fee is $800.00 CAD plus applicable taxes.
Disclaimer: It is important for all applicants to visit our website, http://www.lovedatlastdogrescue.ca/adopting/ and read about Loved at Last Dog Rescue.
Information included in the profile is provided to us from the international rescuer or local fosters. LALDR does not have access to overseas dogs and cannot always verify the accuracy of their descriptions. Every dog is an individual and can act differently in different situations based on the person adopting them and the environment in which they live.
Please Note: LALDR highly encourages adopters to research some local dog trainers before their dog arrives. Although a 1-on-1 trainer is often not needed, it is good to have someone in mind in case any problematic behaviours arise. Most bad behaviours can be modified if caught early enough, so make sure to nip undesirable behaviours in the bud before they become serious problems.
Basic training should be taken seriously, but should not begin until your dog is well settled in - at least a couple of weeks. After you feel your new dog is relaxed and comfortable in their new home, check out training courses in your local area. Even basic beginner courses like those taught at a local pet store can have a huge benefit in helping your dog learn to socialize and get used to being in public situations, all with the added benefit of strengthening their bond with you.
The age and breed of a dog is usually an educated guess, so we are not able to guarantee the accuracy of age or breed of our dogs.
Normally, we will not approve adoptions to homes with children under 12 years of age. However if a dog has been determined to be good with children we will approve applicants with children 8 years or older. More information can be found on our website.
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