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Stella

Mixed Breed · Female

Meet Stella ❤️ Stella is a big girl with an even bigger heart. She’s an absolute dream of a dog who has come on in leaps and bounds since arriving in our care. Her manners have improved tremendously, and she now walks beautifully on the lead. Like any big, enthusiastic girl, she can get a little impatient if you stand still for too long and may jump up to remind you she’s ready to get going—but apart from that, she’s an absolute superstar. Stella is incredibly friendly and affectionate, loving everyone she meets. She gets on brilliantly with other dogs and has been a fantastic ambassador wherever she’s gone. Whether it’s exploring the hills, walking through the forest, attending meet-and-greet events, or visiting local dog parks, Stella has been nothing but exceptional. She would make a wonderful companion for an active family looking for a loving, loyal dog to share their adventures. Stella could potentially live with another dog following a careful introduction. She isn’t suitable for a home with cats and could happily live with children aged 12 and over who are confident and experienced around big, bouncy dogs. If you’re looking for a fun-loving, affectionate companion with so much love to give, Stella could be the perfect addition to your family.

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇮🇪Belfast
Shelter
Almost Home Animal Rescue NI
Living with Stella
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Cared for by Almost Home Animal Rescue NI · BelfastLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Stella home

What you'll need for Stella 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 Stella

What life with Stella looks like

Stella is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Almost Home Animal Rescue NI in Belfast.

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.

🇮🇪Adopting from Ireland

Irish shelters require a home check (often phone or video) and an adoption contract. Animals are vaccinated, chipped, and registered. Cross-border placements to mainland Europe require the rabies titer test (TRACES system).

Belfast, Ireland browse more dogs in Ireland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Stella, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Stella?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Almost Home Animal Rescue NI handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Stella on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Stella if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Almost Home Animal Rescue NI 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 Stella 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 Stella 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 Almost Home Animal Rescue NI early rather than rehoming privately; they know Stella 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 (EN). 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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