Dorthy

Dorthy is an adoptable female Staffordshire Bull Terrier looking for a home at BARC Animal Shelter in Houston, Texas. She is fully grown and medium in size. She is listed on the shelter's euthanasia list, listed due to lack of space, and that date has now passed. Shelters often move these dates, so Dorthy may still be waiting. The shelter can confirm.

Located At: BARC Animal Shelter & Adoptions Description: My name is Dorthy. I am a female, tan and white Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Age: The shelter staff think I am about 6 years old. More Info: I have been at the shelter since Sep 05, 2026. I am in kennel SOUTHD35. ID #A2094630 Staffordshire | Tan/White Female | 6 Years Old DOB: 9/5/2020 Weight: 37.6 lbs Intake: 9/5/26 ⸻ 🩺 MEDICAL NOTES: Dorthy is heartworm positive and is currently being treated for an upper respiratory infection (CIRD). She developed hacking and was spitting up phlegm on 9/14 and was started on Doxycycline. Heartworm test: HIGH POSITIVE URI/CIRD ' currently on Doxycycline Vaccinated and dewormed Received Advantage Multi ⸻ 🐾BEHAVIOR NOTES: Dorthy is a sweet, calm girl who is a little shy at first. She walks beautifully on a loose leash, does well in the runs, and patiently waits for staff. She is easy to leash and calmly settles in her kennel, taking treats when offered.