My name is Bella, and I am a happy, outgoing girl. I am a curious puppy who loves pretty much every human I've met in my foster home experience. I love all the dogs too, and have bonded with one of my foster sisters! Even though I am still a puppy, I am not too rambunctious. I love to cuddle and give kisses. I will take a nap with you, and then follow you around while you do your chores!
One of my previous owners said that I was not potty trained. But I have done great in foster care since day one! Once I knew to go outside, I did my business out there. I love to go out the door. And in the door. Sometimes I go in and out and in and out the door several times when it is open! The other dogs in the house are much slower than me. But they have taught me how to bark to go out when I need to go.
I sleep in a crate at night, and I will sleep through the night. I might bark at a loud, strange noise, but then I will settle down again. I know my name and answer to it. Sometimes I get distracted on my way to you, though, because I still am very young. I know how to sit too! When my foster siblings don't come in when called, I go back out and herd them in. No dog left behind!
I'm pretty smart and very cute! I will be a great family pet. I will be ready for adoption after I am spayed and healed towards the end of February 2024
| General Color | Sable |
|---|---|
| Current Size | 17 pounds |
| Current Age | 6 months |
| Microchipped | Yes |
| Neutered/Spayed | Spay surgery scheduled for end of Feb 2024 |
| Fence Required | Yes |
| Shyness Level | Outgoing |
| Will come when called | Yes |
| Will run from you | No |
| Will let you catch me | Yes |
| Will let you hold and cuddle me | Yes |
| Housetrained | Yes |
| Obedience Training Needed | Working on it. Will benefit from obedience classes |
| Exercise Needs | I would love to be a walking buddy! |
| Grooming Needs | Moderate |
| Shedding Amount | Moderate |
| Reaction to New People | I am enthusiastic about meeting people! |
| Owner Experience Needed | |
| Good with Kids | Unknown |
| Good with Cats | I find them interesting. They find my enthusism alarming! |
| Good with Other Dogs | I love other dogs! |
| Adoption Fee | $500 |
Fill out the online application and let the NSR people know you are interested in me!
Please note that Nebraska Sheltie Rescue requires that a placement home has a completely fenced yard in order to be considered. There are too many horrible stories about dogs getting out and having bad things happen. (For more on NSR's fence policy, see here.)
If you are interested in adopting one of our Shelties—either an available one or one that may come in the future—please fill out our online application form. If you are interested in a particular dog, there is a place to enter the doggie's name. If you are interested in being considered for any of our dogs—either ones we don't have yet or because one you are interested in is no longer available—fill out an application anyway. We will try to let you know when new dogs that match your interest become available.
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Even if you are not ready to adopt a dog yet, you can view this contract to find out and decide if this is something you are willing to do. (To be honest, if you really care about doggies, none of this will come as a surprise.)