FROM THE SHELTER:

Italian Greyhounds are wonderful pets, but like all breeds they have their quirks. Difficulty in house training is a major reason these affectionate dogs end up in rescue. Please educate yourself about this breed before submitting an application, see the information at http://www.igohio.petfinder.com/

Bella has been in Rescue for about 8 months now.  She may be shy and reserved, but she continues to blossom every day in her foster home and is such a lover.  She has the sweetest disposition and would do best in a home with lots of patience, time, and love to help her continue to blossom and develop that wonderful personality of hers.   

Bella is a beautiful 5 year old blue and white female.  She has such big warm brown eyes, you can't help but fall in love with her!  She’s a large IG, weighing in at 18.5 lbs. Bella was a mill dog kept in a cage for the first four years of her life without human interaction.  It is taking time to get her adjusted to domesticated life, but she's come a long, long way and we're so proud of her for all the strides she's made!  She is shy but incredibly sweet and mild-mannered, and she loves gentle affection from her humans.  She's quite a cuddler and loves sitting next to her humans on the couch so she can be showered with love and attention.  She also loves hugs and belly rubs.  When meeting new people she can be skittish, but she warms up quickly and is quite curious about new people.  She likes to sniff them, study them from afar, and in no time is sitting pretty for pets and affection.  She interacts well with the other IGs in her foster home and loves to play with them non-stop, but we think she would do well as an only dog, too.  In the last couple of months Bella has discovered the joy of doggie treats and chewies, and she loves 'destuffing' her plush toys, too.  Bella crates beautifully and enjoys quiet time in her crate with the door open so she can come and go as she pleases when her humans are home.  She travels incredibly well and is continuing to improve on her leash walking.  Ideally she would do best in a home with a fenced-in yard or in a home with the willingness to dedicate the time to continue improving her leash skills. Bella’s foster parents are continuing to work with her on potty habits, but she has come a long way in this area.  She paces and circles to let you know she has to go out. With supervision, diligence, and consistency she does pretty well pottying outside.  Bella would do best in a low-energy, quiet home since she still frightens easily and gets stressed by overstimulation and really loud noises.  She does very well with older children (10 and up) who are very gentle with her.

 

Bella continues to work on trusting humans and will need an experienced owner who has the willingness and patience to earn her trust and work with her on continuing to adapt to luxury Iggy living at its finest.  After a rough start in life, this girl deserves a home where she can be adored and spoiled rotten. Bella is such a sweet and loving girl, and in the right home will continue to blossom.  For the right home, she will make a wonderful companion!

If you are interested in adopting an Italian Greyhound through IGCA complete an application at http://www.igrescueohio.com/

Please email  questions or your completed application to the rep in your area:

Nothern Ohio (igrescueohio@gmail.com) - Heather

Central Ohio (ohioiggys@gmail.com) - Jodi

Southern Ohio (ohioiggysrescue@gmail.com)- Sandy

Please be patient, our organization relies on volunteers and foster homes throughout the state (not just Southern Ohio). This helps give the adoptable dogs the best chance for a smooth transition into your home. Dogs will be adopted to homes in Ohio and bordering states only.