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Dahlia

Senior
Female
Medium

Domestic Short Hair

About Dahlia

Cincinnati , OH

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Senior

(8+ years)

Female

Medium

(7-11 lbs)

Coat: Short

Tortoiseshell

Behavior

Personality

Affectionate, Curious, Friendly, Gentle, Independent, Loyal, Loves, Quiet

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Dahlia’s Compatibility

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Dahlia's Story

***Bridgetown location*** Meet Dahlia (aka Dolly) 🌸 Some of the most beautiful souls just need a little time to blossom — and Dolly is the perfect example. This special older lady (around 7–8 years old) came to us as a terrified stray. When she first arrived, she stayed curled up in a tight little ball, too scared to trust anyone. Thanks to a loving foster from our Bridgetown location, she slowly began to come out of her shell — and what a beautiful transformation it’s been. Now, Dolly greets her trusted people with the cutest flop-and-roll and makes the sweetest air biscuits. She loves gentle pets and scritches (though she’s not a fan of being picked up). Wand toys, crinkly paper, boxes, and lickable treat sticks are some of her favorite things. She’s still shy, quiet, and easily startled, and would thrive in a calm, loving home where she can feel safe and cherished — ideally with no kids and no other pets. Dolly is currently back at our Bridgetown location, patiently waiting for her forever home. With patience and love, Dolly blossoms into the sweetest, most devoted companion. 💕🐾

***Bridgetown location***

Meet Dahlia (aka Dolly) 🌸

Some of the most beautiful souls just need a little time to blossom — and Dolly is the perfect example. This special older lady (around 7–8 years old) came to us as a terrified stray. When she first arrived, she stayed curled up in a tight little ball, too scared to trust anyone. Thanks to a loving foster from our Bridgetown location, she slowly began to come out of her shell — and what a beautiful transformation it’s been.

Now, Dolly greets her trusted people with the cutest flop-and-roll and makes the sweetest air biscuits. She loves gentle pets and scritches (though she’s not a fan of being picked up). Wand toys, crinkly paper, boxes, and lickable treat sticks are some of her favorite things.

She’s still shy, quiet, and easily startled, and would thrive in a calm, loving home where she can feel safe and cherished — ideally with no kids and no other pets. Dolly is currently back at our Bridgetown location, patiently waiting for her for

How To Adopt

Dahlia was listed as ADOPTABLE by HEARTT Animal Refuge

How can I adopt Dahlia?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with HEARTT Animal Refuge. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

How can I find out if Dahlia is a good fit for me?

Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to HEARTT Animal Refuge for details on the pet.

When can I meet Dahlia?

If you've submitted an inquiry, HEARTT Animal Refuge will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Dahlia, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to HEARTT Animal Refuge, and they'll be happy to help!

HEARTT Animal Refuge's Adoption Policy

All adoptions are by appointment only. We have two locations, Sharonville and Bridgetown, so please clarify who you would like to meet so we can set up the appointment at the correct location. Our adoption fee for both dogs and cats is $100 per animal. We have a policy to only adopt to individuals age 21 or older. Additionally, we only adopt within a 50 mile radius so that if problems arise, the pet can easily be returned to the shelter. All animals are spayed/neutered and vaccinated prior to adoption. We also give flea and dewormer treatments. Dogs are tested for Heartworm and cats are quarantined for 8 weeks prior to FIV/FeLV testing. Please see our list of adoptable dogs and cats or check our Facebook page at Facebook.com/HearttCincy. Not all of our animals are shown on Petfinder. Consider a "Senior" pet.....they really need love and a home to call their own in their senior years. We have a few beautiful kittens and many adult cats that are looking for you. Give us a call to enrich the life of a deserving dog or cat, as well as your own! All adoptions are made by appointment only. Email HaveAHeartt@yahoo.com to begin the process.

Our Mission

HEARTT Animal Refuge was founded in 2007 by Sylvia Johanning, who had a passion for rescue since she was a child. She had worked in several shelters and decided she wanted to make a difference in Sharonville. She secured funds for the Sharonville location and began renovations to make the building animal friendly. Sylvia wa...