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BELLA

Yorkshire Terrier · Female · Senior · 10 years

Bella was entrusted to the association with Violette because their owner could no longer care for them. Both dogs were mistreated by the man in their previous family, so they are afraid of him. They are learning to trust people. Bella is a small, very affectionate (and clingy) dog with people. She is very sociable, she says hello to everyone, loves meeting new people. She is not afraid. She is very playful and loves playing with her ball. She enjoys walks, but not when they are too long (meaning she has small paws and a certain age). She is clean but there may still be some accidents (small dog, small bladder). She gets along with cats (she ignores them) and dogs. She doesn't know how to do any tricks but understands "no" very well. Bella is not afraid of water, she has been bathed several times since she was taken in. She is manageable but doesn't like

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Bella a été confiée à l’association avec Violette car leur maitresse ne pouvait plus s’en occuper. Les deux chiennes ont subit de la maltraitance par le monsieur dans son ancienne famille, elles en ont donc peur. Elles apprennent donc à faire confiance en les hommes. Bella est une petite chienne très affectueux (et collante) avec les gens. Elle est très sociable, elle dit bonjour à tout le monde, adore rencontrer du monde. Elle n’est pas peureuse. Elle est très joueuse et adore notamment jouer avec sa balle. Elle aime les promenades, mais pas quand elles sont trop longues (c’est à dire qu’elle a des petites patounes et un certain âge). Elle est propre mais il peut y avoir encore quelques accidents (petit chien, petite vessie). Elle s’entend avec les chats (elle les ignore) et les chiens. Elle ne sait rien faire niveau dressage mais comprend très bien le « non ». Bella n’a pas peur de l’eau, elle a été lavée plusieurs fois depuis sa prise en charge. Elle est manipulable mais n’aime pas

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇫🇷Viry-Châtillon
Shelter
Refuge Rêves de chiens
Cared for by Refuge Rêves de chiens · Viry-ChâtillonLearn about Yorkshire Terrier →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing BELLA home

What you'll need for BELLA in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 small senior yorkshire terrier dog waiting at Refuge Rêves de chiens in Viry-Châtillon.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇫🇷Adopting from France

French refuges follow the SPA framework: adopters sign a cession contract, and shelters often cover sterilization, vaccinations, microchip identification, and a passport. Confirm with the shelter what is included. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

Viry-Châtillon, France — browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting BELLA, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about BELLA?
Use the "View on shelter website" button on this page, which takes you to the shelter's own page. Refuge Rêves de chiens 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?
Often, but it depends on the shelter and the countries involved. Some rescues place animals abroad and some only adopt out locally, so ask Refuge Rêves de chiens whether they will for BELLA, what they require (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is BELLA already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
TailHarbor has no vaccination, microchip or sterilization details for BELLA. The adoption fee, and what it covers, is set by Refuge Rêves de chiens, so confirm with them what is included (vaccinations, microchip, sterilization, paperwork) and ask about specific vaccines, recent bloodwork or chronic conditions.
What happens if BELLA isn't the right fit?
Many rescues take an animal back if an adoption doesn't work, but policies differ, so ask Refuge Rêves de chiens about its return policy before you adopt. If things aren't working, talk it through with them 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 (FR). 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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