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My name is
Vella!

Posted over 11 months ago | Updated over 2 weeks ago

Cared for by Pawmetto Lifeline

My basic info

Breed
American Staffordshire Terrier
Color
Brown/Chocolate - with White
Age
1 year 11 months old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
54837586

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Hi, my name is Vella!
I am a 40lb freight train of affection! Since I am still young, I have lots of energy much of the time and want to play! Since I am a bull/terrier breed my playing can look a little rough to the uninitiated.... I need loving patience and correction for rough play. And please have a tall fence in your yard or I will jump right over it!
My house mates need to be ok with my play style. I love to chase squirrels outside, so I would be very happy with large spaces (with trees!) to run in. I will play outside for hours if there are enough things to chase!
I need things to chew on, so toys, toys, toys! Otherwise, I can be bored, whiny, and mischievous.
I love other dogs but need someone my size to play with! No cats or small pets, please!
I like to cuddle, am very affectionate, and am very playful,
I also like to vocalize as though I`m talking to you....it sounds like a human toddler trying to speak/form words.
I am extremely smart and of course, am potty trained!
I will go in my crate (with gentle persuasion/assistance) for night-night and when mom/dad leave for work....but look out!...Lots of happy puppy slobber kisses when you come home!
I haven`t been around children yet, but small children might not work well just because of my size and energy.
Do you have room in your home and heart for this big silly girl?

Vella is part of our Home to Home Program. Although they are not a Pawmetto Lifeline dog, they have received the same high standards of care. Vaccinations and spay/neuter are included in the adoption fee. Pawmetto Lifeline wants every animal to have a chance to find a loving hom is part of our Home to Home Program. Although they are not a Pawmetto Lifeline dog, they have received the same high standards of care. Vaccinations and spay/neuter are included in the adoption fee. Pawmetto Lifeline wants every animal to have a chance to find a loving home.

Please fill out an adoption application at https://pawmettolifeline.org/adoption/adoptionapplication/ or contact adoption@pawmettolifeline.org if you would like to meet this animal.
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
54837586
Contact
Email
Address
1275 Bower Parkway, Columbia, SC 29212

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Cats and kittens are $100
Dogs and puppies start at $150
Adoption fees include their spay or neuter, all vaccinations appropriate for their age and they are microchipped.
All prospective adopters are required to complete an application and go through a short interview process. Once approved the adoption fees are paid and the adopter is able to bring the pet home the same day.
Please note that you must be 21 years of age to adopt.

Adoption application

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Pawmetto Lifeline is open for adoptions
Monday-Friday 12 noon-7 pm
Saturday 10 am-7 pm
Sunday 12 noon-5 pm.

More about this rescue

Pawmetto Lifeline, formerly Project Pet, was founded in 1999. Since the opening of our adoption, medical, and boarding facility in Spring 2012, we have been able to save more than 15,000 companion pets from euthanasia and gave them a new lease on life. We continue to strive toward the goal of a no-kill community and state through adoption, pet retention, rescue partnerships, and medical services.

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