Bull Terrier puppies and dogs in Reading, Pennsylvania

Bella Grace's world changed when her owner had to move and couldn't take her along. Now, she’s searching for a new best friend, someone who understands her gentle heart and gives her the warmth and security she longs for. This sweet girl is naturally shy but full of love. Bella Grace bravely approaches people, inching closer with curiosity, and always hoping for kindness in return. She allows handling but remains timid, needing patience as she builds confidence. Her previous owner shared that Bella Grace’s perfect home would be one where she can cuddle with her humans, surrounded by soft blankets and stuffed animals—her favorite comforts. With a gentle touch, a little reassurance, and lots of love, she’ll blossom into the affectionate companion she’s meant to be. Eligible for rescue, foster, and adoption. Meet Bella Grace at ACCT Philly any day of the week from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., or email foster@acctphilly.org to express interest in fostering VIDEOS Bella Grace gives kisses: https://youtube.com/shorts/na6Ado0J1gc?si=5jsgEFnnWN5ovaNY Bella Grace is so gentle: https://youtube.com/shorts/l1xeDtJi76c?si=epJpOEG9OIOkIoPL Bella Grace knows sit: https://youtube.com/shorts/eQRudq1KEJQ?si=T_SHeRpK0mL81AhI Bella Grace's day trip!: https://youtube.com/shorts/2R93-7emeUU?feature=share Behavior notes: 02/18/2025 short term foster notes: Bella Grace is super sweet! Loves attention and affection! She slept through the night, not a peep out of her. She walked so nicely on the leash when we went for a walk. At one point we passed a yard with a reactive dog barking at her and she took notice, but just kept walking nicely. 02/17/2025 volunteer notes: Approaching the kennel she was barking at me, easy to leash up and remove and we walked outside, She was immediately sniffing everything. She met Supreme and had her ears back, tail initially high and wagging then it was middle-to-low, soft eyes, some lick lips, did a few semi play bows and darted back and forth a little. After the initial meeting she wanted to interact with me more, both showing affiliate behavior and also clearly asking to move along from the dog meet. Back inside she was very affectionate towards me, getting on my lap and giving tons of kisses with ears back, soft eyes and overall soft and loose body language. The other handler tried to get her attention when I walked away but she pulled back towards me. She was easy to return to her kennel. 02/15/2025 Day Trip notes: Bella Grace is the sweetest! Thank you for the opportunity to take her out on a day trip today. Bella is the perfect companion, she walks so well and sees the world through her nose. Bella loves treats and people, she walked past other dogs and people with ease and loves loves loves pets. She’s an amazing friendly girl who will make her future family so happy! 02/15/2025 staff notes: Bella Grace did well on her day trip, but was stressed coming back to the shelter. She thrashed (not very intensely) a few times in the lobby as her day trip fosters left. She was panting the whole way back to her kennel, and continued panting once she got back in. She gave me no issues while walking or returning but is clearly stressed and would benefit from getting out of the shelter environment as soon as possible!02/14/2025 staff notes: When I past by TTA, I saw another volunteer was attempting to get timid Kuma out of her kennel. I stopped in to help strategize and brought up the idea of using another dog to lure her out of the kennel. Bella Grace was Kuma's neighbor in TTA so she was the luckily friend! When I approached BG's kennel, she was near the front, quietly awaiting my arrival. BG did dodge the leash a bit but I was able to secure her pretty quickly. BG was a great candidate for the job we had for her. She was patient walking back and forth to help lure Kuma out. It did not take long for Kuma to step out and follow us outside. Once outside, we decided to do some laps around the parking lot with both girls. BG walks pretty well on leash and does not seem reactive to other dogs. Both girls mostly just walked around acknowledging each other every once in a while. BG did solicit attention from me a couple of times, jumping up to say hello. We did a fence met with Kuma and BG. BG initially seemed unsure. She had a high tail, stiff body and her ears were back. Kuma was play bowing and vocal. After a minute or so, BG started to play bow, wag her tail and bounce around. Due to Kuma's timidness, we decided to not conduct a full dog meet at that time. Once Kuma left, I took BG over to the play yard. BG knows sit and takes treats gently. She seems like a mellow girl who's still a bit timid at the shelter. Once BG had some time in the sunshine, she returned to her kennel with no issues! 02/12/2025 staff notes: KENNEL PRESENTATION: Bella Grace was up on the door when the handler approached with wide eyes and low wags. She got down when the door opened with a neutral body and raised hackles. She allowed ears to snout and was a bit hesitant. LEASH SKILLS: Pulls minimally HANDLING : In the room, Bella Grace roamed around sniffing curiously with a tucked tail and wide scared eyes. She was a bit nervous when approaching the handlers but was trying to be brave and going up to everyone.. She was tolerant of all handling but remained timid and continued to sniff around and avoid the handlers if she could. PLAY: No interest TOYS: No interest ACCT Philly is located at 111 West Hunting Park Ave in. We are open for adoptions 7 days a week. Please visit www.acctphilly.org/adopt for details. If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email our lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/ Confirmed placement is considered a confirmation of an actual rescue pull. Possible placement, interested parties, and other "TBD" statuses are not considered confirmed and do not indicate an animal is no longer urgent. All animals at ACCT Philly are from Philadelphia, as the only open-intake animal shelter in Philadelphia, we are not able to accept animals from outside of Philadelphia. ACCT Philly’s Pennsylvania kennel license number is 08313

PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet. 2/28/25 Ok everyone, Zara has waited too long! She’s a Paws in Prison Graduate and has her Canine Good Citizen Certificate!  Let’s find her people! REDUCED ADOPTION FEE! Zara turned 1 year old on 12/1/24. She’s quick, energetic and ready to meet everyone on the planet. &#239&#191&#188 Zara's life didn't start out very good. She was living life on a 4 foot tie out but thankfully she was rescued.  We believe she is a Bull Terrier mix. She is VERY smart and she has a lot of energy. Zara is not only looking for someone to love her, but someone who can keep up with her adventurous spirit. Whether it’s a long run, a hike, or a game of fetch that never seems to end, Zara is always ready for action. She’s the perfect companion for someone who enjoys a good challenge and is eager to give her the mental and physical stimulation she thrives on. Zara is good with other dogs.  She’s already mastered the art of bonding with her human, and with a little guidance and consistency, she’ll be the perfect partner in crime. A home with a fenced yard is a must and she would love to have a confident, playful dog sibling to share her energy with. Zara may be high-energy, but with the right adopter, she will not only fulfill her potential but become the best companion you’ve ever had. If you’re ready to meet the challenge of keeping up with a dog like Zara, she’s ready to meet her perfect match. Zara knows several basic commands, is fully house-trained, and crate-trained.   Spayed, UTD on vaccines, microchipped, and on flea/tick and heartworm prevention. Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations. Harrisburg, PA 2am Fridays Port Jervis, NY 5am Fridays or Southington, CT 8am Fridays East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays   To apply, https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059   Email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $150 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. Please visit our Facebook page too! https://www.facebook.com/adoptastrayrescueorg For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies!February 28, 2025, 8:13 am

"Hello! I'm Beau, and I'll be conducting this interview. It's a pleasure to meet you, and I'm eager to see if you're the right fit for the position of my new family! First and foremost, I'm looking for a home where someone can either be home with me most of the time, or where I can go along when they go to work. I am doing okay being left alone in my crate for short intervals (2-3 hours) but I get sad if it's longer than that. I will bark when it's been too long. The good news is that I LOVE going places and I'm a super social butterfly who loves everyone. Second, I am looking for someone who will play ball with me! I love my football and will chase it all afternoon. I'm honestly game for any play activity! I like to chase and fetch, and even a little rough play now and then! I walk very nicely on a leash and I do love a good walk! The third thing I am looking for in my forever family is someone who will teach me new things! I'm a smart guy. My foster dad has taught me Sit, Down, and Come. I will also give my paw for a shake. If you are looking for a constant companion, a playmate, and you enjoy learning together, then I'd love to bring you in for the second part of your interview - an in person meeting! Fill out my adoption application and my people will be in touch!" Beau is almost completely house broken, but sometimes when his foster family comes home, he gets so excited that he will have an accident. His foster family is working on making their homecoming a calm event for Beau, and this has greatly improved. His foster family will be happy to give advice and go over the steps they are taking for this. Beau is 5 years old, neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and is negative for heartworm. He is routinely treated with parasite preventatives. He is good with other dogs and has been very neutral to the small animals at his foster home. Beau is being fostered in Southern Lancaster County and interested adopters must come to his foster home twice. The first visit is a meet and greet with all the members of the household including existing dogs in the home. The second visit is to take him home. Go online to www.zoeshouserescue.com and complete an adoption application! We do not always receive applications submitted through adoptapet or petfinder. Kennel license 9117 PO box 2372 Reading pa 19608