Bella **Foster/ Foster-to-Adopt** - Chihuahua Dog for Adoption in New York, New York

Meet Bella
Chihuahua · 8 years · ~5 lbs · Alabama → Lower Manhattan (Arriving July 18)

For eight years, Bella had what most dogs only dream of: an elderly owner who adored her completely, held her constantly, and made her the undisputed center of their world. She was never just a pet — she was a pocket-sized companion, a daily comfort, the kind of small dog that fits perfectly into the crook of an arm and stays there, content, for hours.

When her beloved owner passed after an illness, the family made a loving and heartbreaking decision: they couldn't offer Bella the devotion she had always known, and they cared too much about her to pretend otherwise. So here she is — all five pounds of her, dressed to the nines in polka dots, ready for a second chapter that honors everything her first one was.

Bella is not looking for a busy household or a life spent waiting by the door. She's looking for a person. Someone who works from home and wouldn't mind a five-pound shadow in their lap through every Zoom call. Someone who's been looking for a reason to buy a dog sling and tote their tiny companion everywhere they go. Someone who understands that for a dog like Bella, proximity isn't neediness — it's just how she loves.

She'll need some time to adjust to a new schedule and new surroundings — that's only natural for a girl whose whole world recently changed. And yes, house training is still a work in progress. But who says you can't teach an old girl new tricks? Bella has spent nine years being loved well. She knows how this is supposed to go. She just needs someone to show her the new ropes.

Bella arrived in this world as someone's greatest joy. She is ready — polka dot skirt and all — to be yours.

**Eligible for foster-to-adopt placement only. Learn more about the Foster-to-Adopt program. If placed outside of the boroughs, must be will to transport to NYC for veterinary care and adoption events.**

Vaccinated for rabies, DHPP, and bordetella, spayed/neutered and microchipped. Negative for heartworm disease and current on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.

To apply for Bella, visit our website (www.waggytailrescue.org) for an application. It is important to fill out an application as soon as possible for consideration, and we require a complete application for you to meet an animal. We are currently unable to respond to general email inquiries as an all-volunteer run rescue. If the dog is on our website, they are still available.

Waggytail Rescue CANNOT guarantee the exact age of any adoptable dog, or final size of any of our adoptable puppies. We rely on the information provided to us by veterinarians, shelters, owner surrenders and other circumstances bringing the dog into our rescue.

Adoptions: adopt@waggytailrescue.org

The Chihuahua is a small breed famous for its confidence, loyalty, and big personality, despite its tiny size. Originating from Mexico, these dogs are known for their large, expressive eyes and alert, curious nature. Chihuahuas make excellent companions, forming strong bonds with their owners and displaying a protective nature. They come in a variety of coat colors and patterns, with both long and short coats, making them a diverse and adorable addition to any family.

Founded in 2004, Waggytail Rescue is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has rescued over 6000 abandoned dogs (300 each...