Bella, a sweet puppy, spent her early days in a municipal shelter.
Dog shelters in Romania differ greatly from those in the United States. Many dogs are housed outdoors in challenging conditions. Due to widespread poverty in Romania, shelters often rely on limited donations, which leaves them struggling to provide enough food, causing the dogs to eat less than they need.
Bella was scared and malnourished, having never experienced affection or care before. Her time at the shelter was taking a toll on her well-being. In the video below, Howl Of A Dog, a Romanian rescue organization, steps in to take Bella from the shelter in hopes of finding her a forever home.
Bella and her rescuers hurried to the veterinarian. She sat beside her new human companion in the car, her face calm and unreadable. Bella seemed to understand that love would change her world.
Exhaustion weighed heavily on Bella. Shelter staff mentioned that she had struggled to sleep, finding it hard to feel secure in her kennel. As she sat there, being gently petted, her eyes began to close. It was heartwarming to see her finally find peace and relax.
Bella does something truly touching—she rests her head on her rescuer’s lap. As they drive to the veterinarian’s office, Bella feels safe enough to drift off to sleep. The atmosphere in the car is calm and serene, and the woman beside her exudes kindness and warmth. It’s exactly what Bella needs, a moment of peace and security. After all, a dog’s sense of safety is essential.
Bella has finally found her forever home and is now living a joyful life since the filming of her video. Help us share Bella’s story and short video with others. It’s heartwarming to witness a shelter dog’s first moments of peace, and we believe everyone should experience it. It’s so important to find loving homes for dogs in shelters who are still waiting for the love and care they deserve.
