Posted over 2 months ago | Updated 2 days ago
Submit Application
Interview
Home Check
Approve Application
Meet the Pet
Sign Adoption Contract
Pay Fee
Meet Belle! This sweet girl has been through so much and deserves the loving home she was always meant to have. Our goal is to make that happen.
Belle was rescued in August 2024 from cruel, neglectful owners who kept her chained to the bumper of a car, exposed to the elements with no protection from predators. Unspayed and without proper care, she survived on inconsistent meals and little to no fresh water or veterinary attention. She was severely underweight, had given birth to multiple litters, and had spent her life outside with no room to move—one of her puppies was chained right next to her.
A local animal advocate learned of Belle’s situation and worked to secure her release along with her puppy. But before we could bring her to safety, her owner made an unfortunate decision—unchaining her and letting her roam freely. Desperate for food, Belle was hit by a car when foraging for food, arriving at the rescue with a fractured hip, a broken tail, and a heartworm-positive diagnosis
Despite everything she had been through, Belle’s spirit remained strong. She was placed in a foster home where she spent 3.5 months recovering with a loving family—a mom, dad, and two other dogs—learning what it meant to be safe and cared for.
Now, Belle is healthy and happy. She has a medium energy level—she loves going on walks and spins in excitement when she sees her leash, but she also enjoys lounging on the couch. She’s the perfect balance of independent and affectionate, following her foster mom around while also being content to relax nearby.
We think Belle would do well as an only dog or with a canine companion of similar size and energy. Her foster family introduced her to their pack gradually, giving her time to adjust, and once she settled in, she fit right in. She shares toys and treats politely, even waiting patiently during the nightly whipped cream treat tradition. Meals are given separately, which is always a smart practice with a new dog.
Belle has embraced home life—she’s housetrained, crate-trained, and well-mannered when left alone. As she’s grown more comfortable, her playful side has emerged, complete with zoomies! Past injuries don’t slow her down, and she has learned to love head scratches and belly rubs.
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Belle made the trip to the DC metro area on 2/15 and is being fostered locally with our favorite go-to trainer, Alexa, and her pack of kids, pups, and cats. She's settling in well and we'll have updates to share soon.
Calling all Shepherd lovers or seasoned dog owners ready to make this beautiful girl a part of their pack!
Apply today!
BREED ESTIMATE: Shepherd Mix
GENDER: Female
APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 54 lbs
APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 3 years old
COAT TYPE: Medium coat
ADOPTION FEE: $425
OTHER INFO: utd on shots/spayed/microchipped/treated for heartworm
LOCATION: Warrenton, VA
FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application.
You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application.
Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.
Meet Belle! This sweet girl has been through so much and deserves the loving home she was always meant to have. Our goal is to make that happen.
Belle was rescued in August 2024 from cruel, neglectful owners who kept her chained to the bumper of a car, exposed to the elements with no protection from predators. Unspayed and without proper care, she survived on inconsistent meals and little to no fresh water or veterinary attention. She was severely underweight, had given birth to multiple litters, and had spent her life outside with no room to move—one of her puppies was chained right next to her.
A local animal advocate learned of Belle’s situation and worked to secure her release along with her puppy. But before we could bring her to safety, her owner made an unfortunate decision—unchaining her and letting her roam freely. Desperate for food, Belle was hit by a car when foraging for food, arriving at the rescue with a fractured hip, a broken tail, and a heartworm-positive diagnosis
Despite everything she had been through, Belle’s spirit remained strong. She was placed in a foster home where she spent 3.5 months recovering with a loving family—a mom, dad, and two other dogs—learning what it meant to be safe and cared for.
Now, Belle is healthy and happy. She has a medium energy level—she loves going on walks and spins in excitement when she sees her leash, but she also enjoys lounging on the couch. She’s the perfect balance of independent and affectionate, following her foster mom around while also being content to relax nearby.
We think Belle would do well as an only dog or with a canine companion of similar size and energy. Her foster family introduced her to their pack gradually, giving her time to adjust, and once she settled in, she fit right in. She shares toys and treats politely, even waiting patiently during the nightly whipped cream treat tradition. Meals are given separately, which is always a smart practice with a new dog.
Belle has embraced home life—she’s housetrained, crate-trained, and well-mannered when left alone. As she’s grown more comfortable, her playful side has emerged, complete with zoomies! Past injuries don’t slow her down, and she has learned to love head scratches and belly rubs.
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Belle made the trip to the DC metro area on 2/15 and is being fostered locally with our favorite go-to trainer, Alexa, and her pack of kids, pups, and cats. She's settling in well and we'll have updates to share soon.
Calling all Shepherd lovers or seasoned dog owners ready to make this beautiful girl a part of their pack!
Apply today!
BREED ESTIMATE: Shepherd Mix
GENDER: Female
APPROXIMATE WEIGHT: 54 lbs
APPROXIMATE AGE: ~ 3 years old
COAT TYPE: Medium coat
ADOPTION FEE: $425
OTHER INFO: utd on shots/spayed/microchipped/treated for heartworm
LOCATION: Warrenton, VA
FOR MORE INFO OR TO ADOPT: Please go to https://adopt.worthydog.org and complete the application.
You can also help save dogs like this one by becoming a foster, providing a rescue dog with a temporary home and giving them the love and care they need until they are permanently adopted. Every person who fosters is directly responsible for saving the life of a dog, because we can only save as many dogs as we have foster families available to welcome them into their homes. If you think you might be interested in becoming a foster and want to learn more, please go to https://foster.worthydog.org and fill out an application.
Worthy Dog Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based rescue that primarily adopts to families in the DC Metro area.
Submit Application
To start the approval process, the first step is to complete our non-binding adoption application.
Interview
Once your application is reviewed, a Worthy Dog Rescue volunteer will contact you to schedule a phone interview to discuss your application
Home Check
A volunteer will schedule a time to visit your home, in person, to meet you and verify that your home is a good, safe environment for a dog
Approve Application
After a positive veterinary reference check, phone interview, and home visit, we will approve your application
Meet the Pet
Upon approval, if the dog you applied for is still available and a good match, we will schedule a time for you to meet the dog
Sign Adoption Contract
Pay Fee
Thank you for considering adoption and choosing to save a dog’s life!
Adding a dog to your family is a rewarding and life-changing experience. Dogs enrich our lives and have the amazing ability to give and receive love unconditionally. They can be your loyal companion and friend, and a watchful playmate for your kids, but they are also a serious, long-term commitment. They will depend on you for their health and well-being, and require an investment of love, time, and money for the rest of their life.
As you search for your new dog, please remember that there is no shortage of dogs who need saving. There are far more dogs waiting to be adopted than people who are willing to adopt them, so if the dog in the picture who you’ve imagined bringing home isn’t available, there are thousands more amazing, loving dogs just hoping for the chance to be your dog. We ask that you keep an open mind, stay flexible, and we will do our best to work with you to find a great match for your family.
We strongly encourage anyone thinking about adopting a dog to do your research and make sure you are prepared for the commitment. If you have thought about what’s required and are ready to adopt, here’s what you can expect when you apply to adopt a dog from Worthy Dog Rescue.
Worthy Dog Rescue cannot guarantee that the dog you apply for will be available once you have been approved. We do our best to work with adopters and meet your needs, but we do not adopt dogs on a first-come, first-serve basis. All applications are screened to determine the most suitable match for the dog and the adopter. We want to place dogs in good homes as quickly as possible, so the dog can start their new life with their family, and we can free up their foster home to save another dog in need.
We understand how easy it is to become attached to a dog you’ve found online, but sometimes the dog you apply for may already be scheduled to meet another adopter, or it may not be the best fit for your home for a variety of behavioral reasons. Our dogs are fostered by one of our volunteers, living in their home as part of their family. This allows us to get to know the dog, what they need, their level of socialization, and the type of home that will best suit them.
Our goal is to place dogs in loving, responsible, and committed permanent homes. We take great care in finding good matches for our dogs and adopters too. We look forward to working with you to find the dog that will be with you and your family for many years to come.
Thank you for considering adoption and choosing to save a dog’s life!
Adding a dog to your family is a rewarding and life-changing experience. Dogs enrich our lives and have the amazing ability to give and receive love unconditionally. They can be your loyal companion and friend, and a watchful playmate for your kids, but they are also a serious, long-term commitment. They will depend on you for their health and well-being, and require an investment of love, time, and money for the rest of their life.
As you search for your new dog, please remember that there is no shortage of dogs who need saving. There are far more dogs waiting to be adopted than people who are willing to adopt them, so if the dog in the picture who you’ve imagined bringing home isn’t available, there are thousands more amazing, loving dogs just hoping for the chance to be your dog. We ask that you keep an open mind, stay flexible, and we will do our best to work with you to find a great match for your family.
We strongly encourage anyone thinking about adopting a dog to do your research and make sure you are prepared for the commitment. If you have thought about what’s required and are ready to adopt, here’s what you can expect when you apply to adopt a dog from Worthy Dog Rescue.
Worthy Dog Rescue cannot guarantee that the dog you apply for will be available once you have been approved. We do our best to work with adopters and meet your needs, but we do not adopt dogs on a first-come, first-serve basis. All applications are screened to determine the most suitable match for the dog and the adopter. We want to place dogs in good homes as quickly as possible, so the dog can start their new life with their family, and we can free up their foster home to save another dog in need.
We understand how easy it is to become attached to a dog you’ve found online, but sometimes the dog you apply for may already be scheduled to meet another adopter, or it may not be the best fit for your home for a variety of behavioral reasons. Our dogs are fostered by one of our volunteers, living in their home as part of their family. This allows us to get to know the dog, what they need, their level of socialization, and the type of home that will best suit them.
Our goal is to place dogs in loving, responsible, and committed permanent homes. We take great care in finding good matches for our dogs and adopters too. We look forward to working with you to find the dog that will be with you and your family for many years to come.