Aria

My story

Aria is a delightful 6-year-old Terrier Mix being fostered in Waterloo.  She was released into our care from a breeding facility where she was used to produce puppies for profit. She has a gorgeous copper and brown coat that is easy to maintain. She weighs 16.5 lbs. Soon after arriving in our care Aria was found to have IMHA (immune mediated hemolytic anemia) an autoimmune disease. Her symptoms were lethargy, loss of appetite and reddish urine. Aria received a battery of tests and was immediately put on a course of steroids. She has since received one normal blood test showing her system has improved. She is being weaned off the steroids and will have another test before being cleared to go to her new home. Going forward, she will need regular blood tests as part of her veterinary care. Aria received her spay operation and has had a dental cleaning. She is vaccinated and microchipped. Aria has been loving and friendly since day one, not showing the shyness of many of our mill moms. She enjoys a cuddle from time to time but prefers to stay on the floor usually. She is very gentle and quiet around the house but is attentive to sights and sounds.   She has been introduced to walking on the leash and enjoys being outside. She can be left for several hours on her own in the house and is not destructive. Aria is working on housetraining, and we put her outside a few times a day to relieve herself in the fenced backyard. She is eating kibble softened in water and enjoys treats very much. Aria sleeps on her dog bed peacefully through the night.  She has not yet learned to jump onto furniture but she has now mastered going up and down the stairs.  She would be fine being the only dog or sharing a home with another dog of similar size and age. Her preferred home would be with someone who is home part of the day, have a securely fenced yard,  and would work with her on her housetraining and other skills. Aria will be a wonderful companion and a beloved member of her forever family.June 6, 2026, 5:19 pm

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Aria, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.