Meet Xela.

Steeleville, IL · 1 year · Australian Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat)

Listed since Oct 5, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Oct 31, 2026

In the shelter’s words

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

RescueGroups record ID: 22828690

What this home needs

• Other dogs

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

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• Cats

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

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• Still to ask the shelter

  children · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 1, 2026, 6:25 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 1, 2026, 6:25 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

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This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.