A couple of years ago, Lieschen O’Neill stopped by the Lawrence Humane Society in Kansas, planning only to look around. But as Lieschen herself later said, “nobody goes to the Humane Society just to look.”

And sure enough, she left not just with memories of a visit, but with a brand-new family member who changed her life. That dog, whom she lovingly named Belle, has been by her side ever since.

Belle is far from an ordinary rescue pup. She’s unlike any dog most people have ever met, but that uniqueness is exactly what makes her so special and adored.

Meet Belle

When Belle was about a year old and nearly full grown, her family began to notice something unusual about her.

She had always looked a bit distinctive, but as she matured, the difference became more visible.

Something about h

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