Young puppies aren't the only ones trying to become someone's best friend. His two senior dogs at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (MCACC) are looking for forever homes to spend their twilight years together. An experienced duo, Nino and Bella, both in her 12th year, touched people's hearts with their inseparable bond and gentle demeanor. Nino, a pit bull mix, and Bella, a Chihuahua, have become a hot topic of conversation after their snapshot of them cuddling on MCACC's Instagram account has garnered thousands of likes.

“Their owners told us that they lost their homes and could no longer care for them,” said an MCACC representative. 12 News. Their bond is evident, reflected in the habitual position of Bella on top of her friend Nino when falling asleep and waking up from sleep. Despite their adorable presence on social media, only a handful of people have approached the pair in hopes of adopting them.

For those who want to open their hearts and homes, adopting Nino and Bella means double the joy. Although interest in companion dogs is low, expectations for caring adopters remain high. To learn more about the adoption process and the possibility of giving these two a loving home, please visit: MCACC recruitment page. As government agencies remind us, “Together, we can save lives.”