Meet Nilla.

San José, CA · 3 years 3 months · Terrier / Mixed (short coat)

Listed since Aug 5, 2025. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Oct 6, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Nilla – Your Future Adventure Buddy with the Best Smile in Town! The first thing everyone notices about Nilla is her radiant smile — it truly lights up the room! ✨ This sweet girl has already faced more than her fair share of challenges, but she’s showed her strength and resilience every day as she has blossomed into a beloved companion. All About Nilla: Velcro pup energy: Nilla is happiest when she’s near her people. She’ll loyally follow you from room to room or chill contentedly while you’re out. Adventure-ready: Whether it’s a beach day or a neighborhood stroll, Nilla’s ready to tag along! The beach has quickly become one of her favorite happy places. Loyal heart, happy introductions: Nilla has quickly learned that meeting new people is SO FUN because it usually involves a yummy treat and scritches! After a few moments of introduction, she will happy sit on her new friends' feet, letting them know just how special they are. And, once you're in her circle, expect endless kisses and sweet loyalty. Smart & eager to please: Nilla is a quick learner and loves to show off her growing list of training tricks — especially for beefy treats! Daily walks = pure joy: She adores her sniffy strolls, even if she occasionally thinks she can catch a bird or squirrel. (She’s easily redirected!) Sensitive soul: Like many dogs, Nilla has a few food sensitivities. She thrives on a high-quality Fish and rice diet (no chicken, please!). She also enjoys her daily “spa time” — gentle paw wipes and skincare help her feel comfy and cared for. ​ Nilla’s Dream Home: Nilla is searching for a loving, patient family that will continue to help her grow in confidence. Nilla is not usually dog-reactive out and about, but she prefers to be the only dog in her home. She wants her space—and her humans—all to herself. She thrives on affection, consistency, and being part of the action. If you're looking for a loyal, snuggly, beach-loving bestie — Nilla might be your perfect match! Follow her journey on Instagram: @nillabean_the_wigglemachine

RescueGroups record ID: 21754219

What this home needs

• Other dogs

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: No”

  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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• Cats

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: No”

  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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• Children

  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

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

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:05 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:05 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

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.