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'She’s Just a Beautiful, Special Dog': Rescue Dog Begins New Life as Service Animal

BUTLER COUNTY, JUL 6 – Butler County community raised over $5,000 in four days to fund Bella’s cross-country flight to become a service dog for a special needs handler.

  • Bella, a partially paralyzed dog from Butler County who was saved by the local humane society, flew on a private jet Saturday to Colorado to begin training as a service animal.
  • Residents of Butler County quickly came together to collect over $5,000 within four days to support Bella’s trip to meet her new owner, Kiki McGough, a handler specializing in pets with special needs.
  • A team of three pilots is transporting Bella, including an overnight layover in Illinois, ensuring she receives care and remains comfortable during the trip.
  • Judy Barkley of the Butler County Humane Society said, "She's just a beautiful, special dog," and called Bella’s opportunity "a dream come true for us."
  • Bella arrived in Colorado on Monday and will soon assist individuals of all ages who have special needs as a service animal under the supervision of Kiki McGough.
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'She’s just a beautiful, special dog': Rescue dog begins new life as service animal

With the help of wheels, a red dress, confidence and love, Bella is now on her way to work with children and adults with special needs.

·Birmingham, United States
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WTAE broke the news in Pittsburgh, United States on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
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