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Adopt Bella

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Bella came to us because there suddenly developed an allergy in the family and there was an impending new addition. Adjusting to the animal shelter was very difficult for her. She is very sensitive and reacts anxiously to everything. Even though she has become a bit more confident, she still has a great fear. If she has given her heart to someone, she is a big cuddle ball. However, if she is pressured too much, she does not retreat but advances. She needs consistent and loving training. She is becoming more secure day by day, but new situations still scare her. This animal can be anxious in unfamiliar situations.

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Bella kam zu uns, weil es plötzlich eine Allergie in der Familie gab und sich Nachwuchs ankündigte.Die Umgewöhnung ans Tierheim fiel ihr sehr schwer. Sie ist sehr sensibel und reagierte auf alles ängstlich.Auch wenn sie sich bereits etwas mehr traut, hat sie immer noch große Angst.Wenn sie jemandem ihr Herz geschenkt hat, ist sie eine große Knutschkugel.Allerdings geht sie dann nicht nach hinten, sondern nach vorne, wenn man sie zu sehr bedrängt.Sie braucht ein konsequentes und liebevolles Training.Sie wird von Tag zu Tag sicherer.Nur neue Situationen ängstigen sie immer noch. 38 Kilo / über Kniehöhe Helfen Sie uns, Leben zu retten! Wir benötigen Ihre Zustimmung zum Laden der Übersetzungen Mit diesen Einstellungen aktivieren oder deaktivieren Sie die Datenerfassung von Funktionalitäten die auf dieser Website eingesetzt werden. Alle Dienste auswählen

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇦🇹Graz
Shelter
Tierheim Arche Noah
Living with Bella
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Cared for by Tierheim Arche Noah · GrazLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Bella home

What you'll need for Bella in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Bella

What life with Bella looks like

Bella is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Arche Noah in Graz.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

Note from the shelter: Requires patient, consistent training due to severe anxiety and fear issues

🇦🇹Adopting from Austria

Austrian shelters follow the federal Tierschutzgesetz framework: adopters sign a Schutzvertrag (protection contract) committing to the animal's welfare. Spay/neuter, microchip, and vaccinations are included; fees typically range €150–€350.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Bella, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Bella?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Arche Noah handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Bella on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Bella if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Arche Noah will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Bella already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Bella isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierheim Arche Noah early rather than rehoming privately; they know Bella and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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