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A831564
Located At: Pima Animal Care Center - Tucson
Description: My name is Bella.
I am a spayed female, tan and white Pit Bull Terrier mix.
I am a spayed female, tan and white Pit Bull Terrier mix.
Weight: I weigh approximately 62.60 lbs.
Age: The shelter staff think I am about 3 years old.
More Info: I have been at the shelter since Jul 26, 2025 and am ready to go home today!
I am in Kennel D031.
If you are interested in adopting this pet, visit us during regular business hours. Please email pacc.adopt@pima.gov for any questions regarding the adoption process.
If you believe this is your lost pet, come down during regular business hours to reclaim or email pacclostandfound@pima.gov with any questions.
I am in Kennel D031.
If you are interested in adopting this pet, visit us during regular business hours. Please email pacc.adopt@pima.gov for any questions regarding the adoption process.
If you believe this is your lost pet, come down during regular business hours to reclaim or email pacclostandfound@pima.gov with any questions.
Bio:
EMERGENCY PLACEMENT DEADLINE
3PM SATURDAY 08/09/25
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION ONLY THROUGH PACC
Name: Bella
Animal ID: A831564
Age: 3 years
Weight: 62.60
Web Link: 24petconnect.com/PimaAdoptablePets/Details/PIMA/A831564
About: Meet Bella, a stunning 3-year-old brown and white Pitbull with the most captivating green eyes. Bella is a true diamond in the rough—a sweet and loving girl who has had a tough time finding her footing but is full of potential. After a recent return to the shelter, we've learned a lot about what this special dog needs to thrive in a forever home.
Bella is naturally shy and can be nervous around new people and loud noises. She's looking for a calm, low-traffic home where she can be given the space and time she needs to feel secure. Loud, chaotic environments can be overwhelming for her, and she may panic or try to flee, so a quiet setting is essential. Bella has a lot of energy and loves to play, but she also needs a quiet place to call her own when she gets overwhelmed. We are looking for an experienced owner who is committed to continuing her training using positive reinforcement, which will help her build confidence and create positive experiences.
Bella has shown some resource guarding tendencies, especially around food, so her new family will need to be aware of and manage these behaviors. She also needs to be slowly and carefully introduced to any other dogs in the household. She's also working on her social skills, particularly with other dogs and in managing her separation anxiety. Bella is looking for someone with patience, understanding, and a commitment to helping her overcome her fears, she will be an incredibly loyal and loving companion.
Bella’s past has been challenging, and because of her timid nature, she needs a compassionate and experienced person who understands her need for boundaries. She has a minor bite on her record that occurred with a nervous visitor, which shows just how important slow, careful introductions and a safe space are for her.
Bella's past has been challenging, but her spirit is unbroken. She just needs the right person to see past her timidness and give her the confidence she needs to blossom. With a patient, loving, and experienced family, Bella will finally find the safe haven she deserves and show her true, sweet personality. If you're ready to open your heart and home to a deserving dog, Bella might be the perfect match for you.
Available for adoption ONLY through PACC.
Interested parties:
Must visit PACC before the 3:00PM Saturday August 9th, 2025 deadline to meet with a counselor who will review notes and introduce you to the dog to ensure that it’s a good fit. Some dogs may also require an introduction to any dogs they may potentially live with.
Home Management Plan
Undocumented Bite History
• Minor bite, Bella became focused on owners mother and bit her arm
Dog Introduction Required:
• Bella has previously gotten into altercations with last resident dog
Dog Selective:
• Must meet all dogs in the home prior to adoption.
• Selective dogs like to choose their friends; they may like some dogs and dislike others.
• Muzzle training can be a useful tool for initial introductions to new dogs.
• NO DOG PARKS.
Resource Guarding Food From Dogs
• Feed your new dog at set times. Do NOT free feed your new dog with other dogs.
• Set up separate SAFE spaces where dogs cannot assess each other. HIGHLY recommend feeding in kennels or separate rooms.
• Do not offer treats to multiple dogs at the same time. Treat time should be separate.
• Teach your new dog, drop it and leave it..
Resource Guarding Toys from Dogs
• Pick up all toys before bringing your new dog home.
• Make toy time separate, give each dog their own space to enjoy their toys.
• Teach your new dog to drop it and leave it.
Shy/Nervous Behavior:
• Bella needs patience and time to decompress at home.
• Go slow and don’t force handling, use positive reinforcement to earn trust.
• May not be immediately affectionate after adoption and will take time to warm up.
Stranger Danger:
• Your new dog is uncomfortable around new people. They may bark, snap, or flee.
• They need a slow introduction to new people. Muzzle training is recommended for safe introductions.
• Needs a safe place to be away from new people coming into the home.
• Your new dog will do best going for walks in low-traffic areas where it is quiet.
Separation Anxiety
• Crate training can help prevent destructive behaviors.
• Some dogs get bored easily, offering activities such as frozen kongs, enrichments, music and TV sounds can keep them busy and help alleviate stress.
• Work with a trainer to help extend the length of comfort for your dog when alone.
Under socialized:
• Bella needs to go home with a strong handler. Due to fear behaviors, they may panic over small things or noises and could potentially attempt to flee by bolting.
• Needs time to decompress at home, this could take 3 weeks to 3 months or longer.
• If dog-friendly, a confident dog could help bring them out of their shell.
• Go slow with your new dog and do not force handling, as this could make the dog fear bite.
• Your new dog will not be affectionate immediately after adoption; they will need patience.
• MUST go home with a martingale collar and flat clip leash.
Handling Issues
• Go slow and at your new dog's pace, does NOT like forced handling.
• Your new pet may fear bite if you force handling, give your new pet time to decompress in the home.
• Focus on positive training and interactions with your new pets.
• Reach out to TOP Dogs [topdogshelp@gmail.com] or an outside professional trainer for assistance.
Children Caution
• Kids should not be left alone with any dog, always monitor interactions between your child and dog.
• Rough housing or grabbing at the dog could cause stress to the dog leading to unwanted behaviors.
• Give a dog a safe space to escape the kids. HIGHLY recommend crate training.
• Keep draglines on for at least two weeks or until the dog is comfortable with the children.
EMERGENCY PLACEMENT DEADLINE
3PM SATURDAY 08/09/25
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION ONLY THROUGH PACC
Name: Bella
Animal ID: A831564
Age: 3 years
Weight: 62.60
Web Link: 24petconnect.com/PimaAdoptablePets/Details/PIMA/A831564
About: Meet Bella, a stunning 3-year-old brown and white Pitbull with the most captivating green eyes. Bella is a true diamond in the rough—a sweet and loving girl who has had a tough time finding her footing but is full of potential. After a recent return to the shelter, we've learned a lot about what this special dog needs to thrive in a forever home.
Bella is naturally shy and can be nervous around new people and loud noises. She's looking for a calm, low-traffic home where she can be given the space and time she needs to feel secure. Loud, chaotic environments can be overwhelming for her, and she may panic or try to flee, so a quiet setting is essential. Bella has a lot of energy and loves to play, but she also needs a quiet place to call her own when she gets overwhelmed. We are looking for an experienced owner who is committed to continuing her training using positive reinforcement, which will help her build confidence and create positive experiences.
Bella has shown some resource guarding tendencies, especially around food, so her new family will need to be aware of and manage these behaviors. She also needs to be slowly and carefully introduced to any other dogs in the household. She's also working on her social skills, particularly with other dogs and in managing her separation anxiety. Bella is looking for someone with patience, understanding, and a commitment to helping her overcome her fears, she will be an incredibly loyal and loving companion.
Bella’s past has been challenging, and because of her timid nature, she needs a compassionate and experienced person who understands her need for boundaries. She has a minor bite on her record that occurred with a nervous visitor, which shows just how important slow, careful introductions and a safe space are for her.
Bella's past has been challenging, but her spirit is unbroken. She just needs the right person to see past her timidness and give her the confidence she needs to blossom. With a patient, loving, and experienced family, Bella will finally find the safe haven she deserves and show her true, sweet personality. If you're ready to open your heart and home to a deserving dog, Bella might be the perfect match for you.
Available for adoption ONLY through PACC.
Interested parties:
Must visit PACC before the 3:00PM Saturday August 9th, 2025 deadline to meet with a counselor who will review notes and introduce you to the dog to ensure that it’s a good fit. Some dogs may also require an introduction to any dogs they may potentially live with.
Home Management Plan
Undocumented Bite History
• Minor bite, Bella became focused on owners mother and bit her arm
Dog Introduction Required:
• Bella has previously gotten into altercations with last resident dog
Dog Selective:
• Must meet all dogs in the home prior to adoption.
• Selective dogs like to choose their friends; they may like some dogs and dislike others.
• Muzzle training can be a useful tool for initial introductions to new dogs.
• NO DOG PARKS.
Resource Guarding Food From Dogs
• Feed your new dog at set times. Do NOT free feed your new dog with other dogs.
• Set up separate SAFE spaces where dogs cannot assess each other. HIGHLY recommend feeding in kennels or separate rooms.
• Do not offer treats to multiple dogs at the same time. Treat time should be separate.
• Teach your new dog, drop it and leave it..
Resource Guarding Toys from Dogs
• Pick up all toys before bringing your new dog home.
• Make toy time separate, give each dog their own space to enjoy their toys.
• Teach your new dog to drop it and leave it.
Shy/Nervous Behavior:
• Bella needs patience and time to decompress at home.
• Go slow and don’t force handling, use positive reinforcement to earn trust.
• May not be immediately affectionate after adoption and will take time to warm up.
Stranger Danger:
• Your new dog is uncomfortable around new people. They may bark, snap, or flee.
• They need a slow introduction to new people. Muzzle training is recommended for safe introductions.
• Needs a safe place to be away from new people coming into the home.
• Your new dog will do best going for walks in low-traffic areas where it is quiet.
Separation Anxiety
• Crate training can help prevent destructive behaviors.
• Some dogs get bored easily, offering activities such as frozen kongs, enrichments, music and TV sounds can keep them busy and help alleviate stress.
• Work with a trainer to help extend the length of comfort for your dog when alone.
Under socialized:
• Bella needs to go home with a strong handler. Due to fear behaviors, they may panic over small things or noises and could potentially attempt to flee by bolting.
• Needs time to decompress at home, this could take 3 weeks to 3 months or longer.
• If dog-friendly, a confident dog could help bring them out of their shell.
• Go slow with your new dog and do not force handling, as this could make the dog fear bite.
• Your new dog will not be affectionate immediately after adoption; they will need patience.
• MUST go home with a martingale collar and flat clip leash.
Handling Issues
• Go slow and at your new dog's pace, does NOT like forced handling.
• Your new pet may fear bite if you force handling, give your new pet time to decompress in the home.
• Focus on positive training and interactions with your new pets.
• Reach out to TOP Dogs [topdogshelp@gmail.com] or an outside professional trainer for assistance.
Children Caution
• Kids should not be left alone with any dog, always monitor interactions between your child and dog.
• Rough housing or grabbing at the dog could cause stress to the dog leading to unwanted behaviors.
• Give a dog a safe space to escape the kids. HIGHLY recommend crate training.
• Keep draglines on for at least two weeks or until the dog is comfortable with the children.
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Shelter information
Location: Pima Animal Care Center - Tucson
Address: 4000 North Silverbell Road
Tucson, AZ 85745
Tucson, AZ 85745
