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Meet Stella Female DOB: August 2, 2025 Weight: 25 pounds currently (medium) Breed: Pit Bull Spayed (Fixed): Yes Vaccinated Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Personality, Breed Info & Expectations Stella is a playful and affectionate young Pit Bull with a sweet and gentle nature. At 10 months old, she is still very much a puppy, full of curiosity, energy, and a love for interaction with people and other animals. Stella enjoys toys, walks, and playtime, making her a lively and fun companion. She is shy at first with strangers and new animals but warms up quickly with patience and gentle guidance. Once comfortable, she is incredibly loving and enjoys cuddles and attention. Pit Bulls are known for their loyalty, intelligence, and affectionate personalities. They thrive with consistent training, positive reinforcement, and socialization. Stella will flourish in a home that offers structure, guidance, and a safe, loving environment. She would thrive in a home that can provide: Daily exercise and interactive play Continued socialization and training Structure and routine Supervision around new people and animals A lifelong commitment to her emotional and physical well-being Training, Adjustment & What to Expect Stella, like many rescue dogs, has basic social skills but is still learning about life in a home. She requires continued training, guidance, and supervision to develop confidence, good manners, and proper socialization. Adopting Stella means being prepared for: Positive reinforcement training Guidance in socializing with new people and pets Managing puppy behavior such as playful jumping or mouthing Consistent structure and routine Daily mental and physical enrichment Routine veterinary care Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule: 3 days to decompress 3 weeks to learn her routine 3 months to fully feel at home With patience and love, Stella will grow into a confident, loyal, and affectionate companion. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care Owning Stella is a lifelong commitment that includes training, exercise, routine veterinary care, and emotional support. She will need: Ongoing training and positive reinforcement Routine veterinary care and wellness exams Preventative care including flea, tick, and heartworm prevention Proper nutrition and weight monitoring Daily companionship, play, and enrichment A safe, stable, indoor living environment Stella is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting Stella, please complete an adoption application by visiting: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles–based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle. You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve. We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved. Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest. We can’t wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend.