Our Story

Hi, I'm Joan, the founder and maker behind Bella Loma K9. My love affair with the Australian Shepherd started over 20 years ago when I took in a pup who was a mess. This poor guy was afraid of his own shadow. We bonded quickly but it took about a year before he grew confident enough to enjoy his surroundings. We went everywhere together and learned how to be each other’s anchor, friend and partner.  When he was 10, a second Aussie joined our family. All of us hiked, rode horses, rafted, traveled countless miles and started doing dog agility. At the trials, I saw some fun and colorful leashes.  Since money was tight, I thought I would try my hand at making one.


The first few were not very good but over time, I got better and created a pattern that I use to this day. People my agility community started asking where I got the leash and when I told them that I made it, they asked me to make them one, too.  That effort snowballed and BellaLomaK9 began. What started with a single leash grew to more leashes in various colors and styles.  My local dog community enjoyed the items and asked for more.  Next, toys were added and then more toys, collars, tug toys, long lines and leashes. The inventory is always evolving. If you have an idea for a toy, please share it!  We are always open to new ideas or suggestions for changes to existing items. Thank you for supporting my small business.