My name is Bess !

Meet Bess!

Bess is a 5.5-year-old, 55-pound mixed breed who perfectly balances playtime and snuggles. Her absolute favorite activity is playing with a ball, but she’s just as happy curling up next to her foster mom for some quality cuddle time. A true Velcro dog, Bess thrives on companionship and is steadily growing more confident in exploring her surroundings.

She’s incredibly friendly and affectionate, soaking up all the belly rubs and happily lounging on the couch, her dog bed, or in her crate. Bess is a quick learner and knows basic commands like “sit” and “lay down,” especially when treats are involved. Fully house-trained, she’s reliable in the home and loves spending time outside, whether chasing a ball or running around the yard to burn off energy.

Bess adores her favorite things—playing with a ball, indulging in tasty treats, and unwinding with her human after a fun-filled day. She also enjoys Kongs stuffed with frozen wet food, keeping her entertained. She’s been wonderful with the resident dogs, ranging from 20 to 60 pounds, and has even taken to curling up next to the pittie mix in her foster home.

Though it’s clear Bess hasn’t always had the best experiences, sometimes becoming nervous or cowering, she’s making incredible progress. With the love and consistency from her foster mom and her canine companions, Bess is gaining confidence every day. She’s ready to find a home that will continue showering her with love, patience, and plenty of belly rubs!


Bess is currently being fostered in the Cincinnati, OH area and is ready to find her forever home. Her adoption fee is $275.00.

To adopt this animal, please visit https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt

All of our animals come spayed or neutered, up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, are microchipped, heartworm negative, current on flea/tick and heartworm prevention, dewormed, and treated for any ailments found upon veterinary examination. The adoption fee covers a portion of these services and makes it possible for us to continue rescuing animals.

For more information on the adoption fees and the adoption process, please complete our adoption application here: https://www.louieslegacy.org/adopt - an application allows us to get to know your family better so we can assess whether the animal you are interested in is a good match for your home. An application does not obligate you to adopt. Please understand that due to the volume of applications some animals receive, we are unable to contact all applicants. If your application is considered a good fit for the animal you are interested in, or even a different pet, a volunteer will give you a call as soon as possible.

We are a foster based rescue and do not have a shelter location where animals can be seen during the week. Please see our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LouiesLegacy for our weekly adoption album if you are interested in meeting an animal in person. Not all animals attend every adoption event, please check our Facebook page for animal event times and locations before you make a trip to meet a specific animal.