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Xela

Australian Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · Young (11 months) · Female · Medium · Steeleville, IL

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Notes from Randolph County Humane Society

D2026-211

❤️ Meet Xela ❤️

Sometimes the dogs who need us the most are the ones who just need someone to show them that the world can be a pretty wonderful place. Xela is one of those girls.

Xela is around 1 year old and 28 pounds, and she is said to be an Aussie mix. She came to us from animal control after being signed over because there were simply too many dogs and the living conditions were not what any dog should have to experience.

Because of her past, Xela can be a little nervous when she first meets you. But once she starts to feel safe, you get to see the fun, playful girl underneath that initial shyness. ❤️

Xela gets along with other dogs, cats, and children, and she is currently learning all the things a young pup needs to know — leash skills, potty training, and basic commands. She may not have had the easiest start, but she's ready to learn, grow, and finally have the life she deserves.

And when Xela decides it's time to have fun… WATCH OUT! She loves to run and play and gets the most adorable zoomies. One minute she's being a little shy, and the next she's flying around like she just discovered she has four legs and absolutely no speed limit!

What Xela needs most is a patient family who will give her time to settle in, build her confidence, and show her what it feels like to be loved and safe.

She didn't get the start she deserved, but her story doesn't have to end there.

Xela is ready for the next chapter — one filled with a soft bed, a loving family, plenty of playtime, and someone who will promise her that she is finally home. ❤️

She may need a little time to trust you, but once she does, you'll have a goofy, playful girl who will be worth every second.

Will be available after her spay on October 26th, 2026

About Xela

Gets along with

Dogs
Yes
Cats
Yes

Home and care

House-trained
No (work in progress)
Energy
Moderate
Exercise needs
Moderate
Grooming needs
Moderate
Shedding
Moderate
How vocal
Some
With new people
Friendly
Training
Needs Training
Owner experience
Breed experience
Coat
Medium

Health

Special needs
No

Eager to pleaseGoofyIntelligentOlder kids onlyPlayfulPlays with toys

As listed by Randolph County Humane Society. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

What happens next

  1. Contact Randolph County Humane Society using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Randolph County Humane Society, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the dogs care guide so you arrive prepared.
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