2501-0650 Stella

Great Dane | Newport News, VA

AdultFemaleX-LargeBlack with White

About

Meet 2501-0650 Stella

STELLA - 10 months old, 95 pounds, house trained, crate trained, good with kids & cats, guards food (and possibly other items) from other dogs. Stella is literally and figuratively a big puppy. She is still learning and trying to figure out what is going on with this shelter stuff. She was in a home and then she was not.   She was surrendered after guarding food led to several scuffles with the other smaller dog in the home. Other than this, we are told Stella is an awesome girl who loves attention, toys and playing. *Something to be aware of is that many times female dogs can get more aggressive after going into heat. This is something we were told was happening regarding the guarding of the food. Stella soes not seem as confident with other dogs and needs time getting used to them. She will snap, growl and correct another dog until she gets that respect.  *We tried her out with a carefully chosen playmate and once she warmed up to this dog, we saw a playful and happy girl enjoying her time with another dog. If you think you are ready to meet Stella, come in and ask to see her!

Adoption Process
1.Persons interested in adopting an animal are encouraged to visit the Care & Adoption Center. Some animals can go home right away, where others must be held for a few days before they can be released. Available adoptable animals are publicly viewable during our normal business hours. 2.All citizens regardless of City of residence are welcome to adopt spayed or neutered dogs and cats from the Animal Care & Adoption Center. All dogs and cats available for adoption through the shelter will be spayed or neutered prior to adopter possession. 3.All dogs and cats adopted from our Care & Adoption Center are given their vaccinations including rabies vaccination. Dogs are heartworm tested and cats are tested for FIV/Feline Leukemia. It is recommended that all adopters have their new pet examined by a licensed veterinarian within 10 days of adoption. Routine health care for the life of your pet is very important. It is vitally important for adopters to locate a veterinarian/veterinary establishment for continued care. Adopters can visit​​ the Department of Health Professions website to assist in locating a licensed veterinarian. Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center takes the adoption of a pet very seriously and wants to help adopters and the new pet make a smooth transition into the home. If you are considering pet adoption, we encourage you to ask questions of our staff in order to make the best decision for your family. Pet ownership is a life-long responsibility. 4.Persons who reside in Virginia Beach are required to purchase a Virginia Beach City License at the time of adoption. 5.In order to adopt, interested adopters will complete a species specific adoption questionnaire/application and all dogs and cats already owned by the potential adopter are required to be current on rabies vaccines and City license (if applicable in the City of residence) at the time of adoption from the VBACAC. 6.Persons who reside in a rental property are required to show proof that the animal being adopted is permitted at residence. 7.Persons with a prior conviction of animal cruelty, failure to provide adequate care, or domestic violence related offenses will not be permitted to adopt from the VBACAC.

Contact
Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center
(757) 385-4444
[email protected]
http://www.vbgov.com