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Billie

APA-A-95870
Looks Like
Pointer, German Wirehaired / Retriever, Labrador
Sex
Female
Current Weight
40 lbs
Estimated Age
6 Years
7 Months
Location
Foster
Adoption Fee
$25
Looks Like
Pointer, German Wirehaired / Retriever, Labrador
Sex
Female
Current Weight
40 lbs
Estimated Age
6 Years
7 Months
Location
Foster
Adoption Fee
$25

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Looking for a calm, low-maintenance companion who’ll keep you motivated to get your daily steps in—without the chaos of a high-energy puppy? Meet Billie. She’s the ultimate walking partner: no pulling, no barking, no lunging—just perfect leash manners and a peaceful stroll by your side. She’s happy to join you for a walk through the park or around the neighborhood, then quietly entertain herself while you hop on a Zoom call. She’s also house-trained, crate-trained, and won’t jump on your guests nor chew your furniture. Basically, Billie’s already got the hard stuff figured out.

And if you already have a furry friend at home who’d love a sister? Even better—Billie would thrive with a fellow pet companion.

Billie is a gentle, quiet soul who’s looking for a calm, low-traffic home to match her peaceful energy. She’s shy and takes time to warm up to new people, so she needs a patient adopter who can earn her trust at her pace. Her early life lacked proper socialization, but with time and space, she’s shown she can truly blossom. Her previous adopter gave her that gift, and with the help of her two beloved dog siblings, Billie began to relax and enjoy life. Sadly, after her adopter’s unexpected passing, Billie and her two siblings—Dewey and Scrappy—are once again looking for a loving home.

Ideally, Billie would be adopted along with one of her siblings or into a home that already has another calm dog—or possibly even a cat. While we can’t say for sure how she’d do living with a cat, she’s shown nothing but calm respect when passing them on walks, so we think she has potential to coexist peacefully with a feline friend.

Though Billie can be timid and a bit aloof at first (think “dog with cat-like vibes”), she absolutely lights up when it’s time for a walk. That’s the key to her heart. She walks in perfect sync with you—no tugging, no dawdling, just quietly enjoying the moment, matching your pace. She doesn’t react to cats, squirrels, or even barking dogs on the street. In fact, you might find yourself glancing down to make sure she’s still there—she’s that in step with you.

Billie isn’t yet a senior so she has the stamina for longer adventures, but she’s also happy with frequent short walks. If you’re looking to build a steady walking routine, she’ll be your biggest (and quietest) cheerleader. All she asks is for regular strolls and a peaceful home where she can feel safe and loved.

If you’re looking for a loyal, low-key best friend to walk through life with—literally—Billie might just be your perfect match.
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Requirements

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Please plan on allowing adequate time to be matched with a dog, have relevant consultations, and complete all necessary paperwork. This can take 1-2 hours in total.

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Fill out our adoption application and meet with an adoption counselor.

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You must be at least 18 years of age.

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You must show a picture ID with a current address. If this isn't available, we will accept a picture ID with a current utility bill.

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An APA!-conducted meet-and-greet with current household dogs is recommended for most and required for some adult dogs.

Our adoption fee varies per dog depending on age, breed, and/or medical condition(s). This fee includes:

Spay or neuter surgery (Please note that an additional $100 refundable deposit is required for all dogs who are not yet spayed or neutered.)

Heartworm test on dogs 6 months and older

Current vaccinations

Deworming treatment

Microchip

Lifetime behavior support

Accepted forms of payment include cash, debit or credit card, or money order payable to Austin Pets Alive!.

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