Dolly

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler

Dolly

Current Location

Richmond, VA

Breed

Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler

Physical Traits

Age: Adult, (3-8 years)
Gender: Female
Size: Medium, (26-60 lbs)
Coat length: Short
Coat color: Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Friendly, Smart, Loyal, Curious, Playful, Athletic
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Dolly's Compatibility

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

  • This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$375

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Dolly's Story

Written: 8/28/26<br/>Age: 3 years, born August 2023<br/>Weight: 42lbs<br/>Breed: Australian Cattle Dog<br/><br/>Meet Dolly!<br/><br/>Dolly is the momma to the heeler mix litter that came to B&B from Louisiana!<br/>Dolly should be called Dali, like the Dali Llama, because she's peaceful, demonstrates love, and only wants love, attention and food. She's relaxed, not destructive, quiet and friendly. She may play with toys, chews and bigger dogs, but we haven't observed this. Dolly has the softest fur we've ever felt on a short haired dog but doesn't seem to shed much - win! Dolly does best around dogs larger than her, she doesn't seem to like the little dogs in her foster home. She would do best with a breed-experienced owner or someone willing to learn and work with her on her training! <br/><br/>She is curious about cats and they stay on the floor when she's around, she will try to counter-surf and is very, very food oriented but resource guarding has not been tested. She loves her crate but not being closed up inside. Dolly does not seem to ever bark at outside noise or people coming to the door. She dribbles when she drinks :-) She's nervous sometimes to go down stairs. She is working on her leash training and how all of that works. <br/><br/>She is being fostered in Richmond, VA and is up to date on core vaccinations, has been dewormed, spayed, microchipped, and is on monthly preventatives. Dolly does have some health concerns, including a mammary mass and is also heartworm positive. B&B will be covering the cost of treatment. Her adoption fee is $375 and covers the cost of her care while in foster. We require that all adopters, regardless of the dog’s age, are committed to ongoing training and socialization as part of responsible ownership. To apply to adopt Dolly, visit www.beaglesandbentleys.org/adopt.<br/><br/>Note: Sending a Petfinder inquiry is not submitting an application. We require a completed adoption application to move forward with adoption.<br/><br/>Beagles and Bentleys has an across-the-board evaluative process that we apply to every application we review that prioritizes our animals in need. We conduct a vet reference check (all resident dogs must be altered/up to date on dhpp/rabies and monthly preventatives, and cats must be altered and up to date on rabies) and a virtual home visit call where we discuss the adoption process and see your home.

Written: 8/28/26
Age: 3 years, born August 2023
Weight: 42lbs
Breed: Australian Cattle Dog

Meet Dolly!

Dolly is the momma to the heeler mix litter that came to B&B from Louisiana!
Dolly should be called Dali, like the Dali Llama, because she's peaceful, demonstrates love, and only wants love, attention and food. She's relaxed, not destructive, quiet and friendly. She may play with toys, chews and bigger dogs, but we haven't observed this. Dolly has the softest fur we've ever felt on a short haired dog but doesn't seem to shed much - win! Dolly does best around dogs larger than her, she doesn't seem to like the little dogs in her foster home. She would do best with a breed-experienced owner or someone willing to learn and work with her on her training!

She is curious about cats and they stay on the floor when she's around, she will try to counter-surf and is very, very food oriented but resource guarding has not been tested. She loves her crate but not being closed up inside. Dolly

Written: 8/28/26
Age: 3 years, born August 2023
Weight: 42lbs
Breed: Australian Cattle Dog

Meet Dolly!

Dolly is the momma to the heeler mix litter that came to B&B from Louisiana!
Dolly should be called Dali, like the Dali Llama, because she's peaceful, demonstrates love, and only wants love, attention and food. She's relaxed, not destructive, quiet and friendly. She may play with toys, chews and bigger dogs, but we haven't observed this. Dolly has the softest fur we've ever felt on a short haired dog but doesn't seem to shed much - win! Dolly does best around dogs larger than her, she doesn't seem to like the little dogs in her foster home. She would do best with a breed-experienced owner or someone willing to learn and work with her on her training!

She is curious about cats and they stay on the floor when she's around, she will try to counter-surf and is very, very food oriented but resource guarding has not been tested. She loves her crate but not being closed up inside. Dolly does not seem to ever bark at outside noise or people coming to the door. She dribbles when she drinks :-) She's nervous sometimes to go down stairs. She is working on her leash training and how all of that works.

She is being fostered in Richmond, VA and is up to date on core vaccinations, has been dewormed, spayed, microchipped, and is on monthly preventatives. Dolly does have some he

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How To Adopt

Dolly was listed as Adoptable by Beagles and Bentleys
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When can I meet Dolly?
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What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Beagles and Bentleys, and they'll be happy to help!
Beagles and Bentleys's Adoption Policy
Adopters must complete an adoption application. We then run references - vet and personal - and conduct a home visit for final adoption approval.

Dolly is from Beagles and Bentleys

[Richmond, VA]

Our Mission
Beagles and Bentleys is dedicated to helping dogs in need find loving homes. We primarily rescue dogs in Virginia and surrounding states, and are 100% volunteer based.

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