Anabelle Shepherd Bakersfield, CA

Meet Annabelle: Your Gentle and Affectionate Companion

Annabelle's story began in the most heartbreaking of circumstances. We first discovered this sweet shepherd mix in a filthy kennel in the back building of the shelter, surrounded by her puppies, whom she had given birth to right there. Overwhelmed and without space for a whole family, we had to leave her behind, though she never left our thoughts.

Weeks later, on a return trip to the shelter, we saw Annabelle again. This time, her puppies were gone, adopted by loving families. Annabelle, however, was still there, clinging to life against all odds. Shocked that she had survived the harsh conditions, we knew we had to save her from an uncertain fate.

Now safe in foster care, Annabelle has shown herself to be the sweetest girl, even after everything she’s endured. She is crate trained, potty trained, and currently learning to sit. Though she is a bit shy at first, Annabelle's gentle soul shines through as she warms up to new people. She is incredibly affectionate and loves being around other dogs.

Annabelle is looking for a forever home where she can finally feel safe and loved. Her ideal family would appreciate her gentle nature and be patient as she continues to come out of her shell. If you’re ready to open your heart to this beautiful soul, Annabelle is ready to fill your life with love and companionship.

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Copy and paste this link into your browser to learn more about our unique adoption process and our organization: https://www.fostertales.org/join-the-foster-tales-family.

***Why Adopt from Foster Tales?***

Foster Tales is based in Bakersfield, California, home to two of the state's highest-kill shelters. Kern County faces high poverty rates, exacerbating the animal overpopulation crisis and making it difficult to find local homes for the daunting amount of homeless animals in the area. By adopting from us, you enable us to continue rescuing dogs from dire situations. To-date, we’ve placed nearly 200 dogs into loving homes.

Our adoption process includes a counseling session with a certified trainer ensuring a smooth transition for you and your new best friend. ***We keep our pet listings current and respond to inquiries within 48 hours.***

We serve all of California with flexible transport options, including meeting halfway or arranging direct transport for an additional contribution to cover costs. We do consider out-of-state adopters as well.

Thank you for choosing adoption and making a difference!