June 19 is a very special day. One year ago yesterday, Bella joined our family. She was only about three months old when we got her, so she’s now been a Butters the overwhelming majority of her life. Here are a few pictures from when we first adopted her:

You can read her adoption story here.

One year later she’s grown up to be the most lovable beast who we couldn’t imagine life without. Some things to know about Bella are:

• She LOVES people. Like almost has a heart attack when people come over because she is so excited.
• She gives lots of kisses. You might want to bring a towel with you if you are coming over.
• She doesn’t know her own strength or capabilities. She’ll get scared to make a small jump or almost knock you over coming down the stairs.
• She adores Dobby. If they are separated at all she’ll whimper, and she always tries to snuggle with him at night (much to Dobby’s dismay).
• Tennis balls are her favorite toys. She’ll carry them around in her mouth, nudge them off the couch or bed to see them bounce, and race Dobby for them during fetch.
• Green beens (and possibly zucchini) are her favorite food. She goes gaga for those veggies!
• She often lays with her back legs on the couch and her front ones on the ground, just for fun.

Our Bella-boo is the absolute sweetest, and we can’t wait to spend many more years getting to know her!

-Jory