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My name is Bella!

Posted 1 month ago | Updated 5 days ago

Adoption fee: $175

This helps Austin Pets Alive! with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Australian Cattle Dog
Color
Black
Age
4 years 1 month old, Adult
Size
Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Female
Pet ID
136780

My story

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

Bella is a sweet, shy girl who gets more comfortable and confident every day. Fully house-trained and well-behaved, she enjoys free-roaming when left alone and walks beautifully on a leash, always staying by your side without pulling. She's also crate-trained and is starting to get the hang of a few tricks!

Bella strikes the perfect balance between wanting some alone time and snuggling up with her humans. One of her favorite things is resting her head on your lap for some love and affection. Though initially a bit shy, she quickly warms up with the help of a few treats, and her gentle nature shines through. Some of her favorite activities are spending time outdoors or having a good chew bone before bedtime.

Bella would do best in a home with older kids or adults who can respect her boundaries. Ideally, she'd be the only pet, though she can do well with slow introductions to other animals. She's well-mannered outdoors and comes when called, making her the perfect mix of playful and relaxed.

If you're looking for a gentle, affectionate dog who will be both a cuddle buddy and an independent companion, Bella is the one for you. Come meet her and see how quickly she'll become your best friend!
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
136780
Contact
Phone
Address
1156 West Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78703

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Step one:
Browse our available animals online. Our website has more details on every animal, including any known history with dogs, cats, and kids, as well as individual adoption fees. Visit https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt

Step two:
Using the provided contact form here or on the APA! website, you can send an inquiry on the animal(s) you are interested in.

Step three:
Our adoption team will connect you to the foster home or someone at the shelter location where the animal is currently living to learn more about the animal and potentially set up a visit!

Step four:
After meeting the animal you would like to adopt, instructions for completing the adoption paperwork, scheduling an appointment, and picking up your new family member will be shared with you!

Go meet their pets

Open 7 days a week from 12 PM - 6 PM.
Please inquire through an animal profile or by emailing adopt@austinpetsalive.org if you are interested in meeting one of our available animals.

Town Lake Animal Center
1156 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703

Tarrytown Cat Adoption Center
3106 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703

Tarrytown Dog Adoption Center
3118 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703

More about this shelter

Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit animal shelter and rescue organization pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the most at-risk homeless companion animals and educate others to do the same through its American Pets Alive! nationwide education and outreach division.

A leader in No Kill sheltering in America’s largest No Kill city, APA! helps more than 10,000 dogs and cats annually in Central Texas and beyond get a chance at the life they deserve.

To learn more about APA!, visit austinpetsalive.org.

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