Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
Believe me when I say, Athena Honey is one of the most affectionate Shepherds I have ever met! She loves everything about physical touch. From getting her belly rubbed, to scratching behind her ears, to rubbing that booty, she melts with all affection. She loves it all! Athena Honey is so incredibly tolerant with quite literally everything, even with her feet being touched. In her eyes, all affection is good affection. She quite literally will lean her whole body into you for affection and then will flop to the floor and ask for belly rubs. Athena ___ is this way with kids too! It's incredible how loving she is. She is every Shepherd lover's DREAM!
Watch her video and fall in love with this sweet girl:
Athena Honey is believed to be a GSD/husky mix approximately 2 years old and currently weighs 64 lbs. With all that fluff, she looks a lot bigger than she actually is but trust us when we say she is more fluff than she is poundage LOL. She is a rescue dog and with any rescue, it's always a mystery and we cannot guarantee age or breed. Just based off looks alone, it's pretty fair to say that she has some GSD in that DNA. We'd be so happy to find adopters who have a little GSD experience under their belt. Someone who gets their fun, independent spirit and is ready for a loving, adventurous companion.
While Athena waits for her forever family, she is being spoiled by her foster family and they absolutely adore her and rave about her. She is currently fostered in a home with kids ranging in ages as young as 3 to 12 years old and Athena has been nothing but sweet perfection around the kids in her foster home. They have the best time playing together, snuggling, and she loves being apart of a family dynamic. Athena is very tolerant with all of the kids in the home and just loves them to pieces. She has no issues when the kids are playing with her toys, doesn't jump on them, and is frequently found giving them the gentlest kisses. It's the sweetest thing! If you have kids and are looking for a bestie for your kiddos, Athena is definitely your girl!
Athena is very dog friendly and has done great with all of the dogs we have introduced her too. She is incredibly respectful and patient with all different types of play styles, tolerant with even the pushiest of dogs, and is a calming comforting presence for even the shyest of dogs. Athena is the type of dog that knows how to perfectly match the energy around her. She is so good about matching energies with other dogs. She will be relaxed if they are more relaxed and she will play when play is invited, and she likes dogs that are capable of doing both because she doesn't always want to play all day every day but she does like to play at the same time. She doesn't get jealous when other dogs get attention, she shares love, treats, and toys fabulously. If you don't have other dogs, that's totally fine! Athena does not need the company of another dog to help her feel comfortable and open up. She is a happy and sweet little lady all on her own and we're sure she wouldn't mind being the center of your world.
Athena also met our house cat Biggie and met him appropriately and very respectful around him. She really liked the way that he smelled, probably because she has never really smelled or seen a cat before. It was all knew to her. Even with that, she did not chase Biggie and he felt comfortable around her too. She did follow him around and after a few minutes they were both happily coexisting with each other. We do not know if she has ever lived in a home before with a cat and this was our first time seeing her with a cat. If you have a cat in the home, we can arrange for her to have a sleepover with a cat upon request. Just let us know!
She's a total head turner with brains to match. Athena is a very smart girl and loves treats! If you know Shepherds and have experience with them, then you know they are smart independent thinkers and that's no exception for Athena. She might pause to consider your request (and maybe throw in a theatrical sigh) but it's all a part of her charming, independent, spirit. When it comes to training, Athena thrives with patience, consistency, a good sense of humor (because she's going to make you laugh), and of course the holy grail - treats! She’s not picky about her treats either LOL this girl loves them all. Athena already knows how to sit,is crate trained, and potty trained too. When out on a walk, she is 90% of the time very easy to walk on a leash and walks right next to you for the most part. The other 10% is when she pulls out of excitement to go smell something or sees a friendly face. It's fairly easy to redirect her attention and to keep walking but does require a more experienced leash handler and a few leash corrections every now and then. But overall, she is a great walking companion.
She would thrive in semi-active home environment that enjoys frequent outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, going to the beach or even casual play time in the yard. A family or individual who appreciates nature and is ready to explore parks, trails, or snowy landscapes would be perfect. While she loves the great outdoors and loves to explore, she is also a cuddly girly at home. If you enjoy the outdoors but also cherish time spent relaxing indoors, Athena is the perfect fit. She is the best of both worlds. She would also do best in a home with a backyard as well. A place where she can stretch her legs, check out all of her favorite sniff spots, roll around in the grass and sunbathe during those beautiful summer days.
We are willing to test Athena Honey with anything you need to ensure it's a perfect match. We can make anything happen! Just let us know.
Ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life? Apply today!
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We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travel safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations, in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for for Canadian adopters). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page!
Before the adoption is finalized, you will meet your pet through a video call, creating a fun and personalized experience!
The adoption fee is $1000 and includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport*, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship!
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At our 2 acre Texas based property, we assess every animal with trainers on staff, we modify behavior as needed, and create individualized behavior plans to help prepare dogs for their future families including crate training, potty training, leash walking, etc. Our fosters are able to attend group training and socialization play groups helping them stay confident, well rounded, and adoption-ready. Our on-site trainers are dedicated to each dog’s growth and we enjoy seeing their progress!
We go above and beyond to ensure every animal receives exceptional care. Veterinarians consistently praise our medical standards. From routine care to advanced treatments, each dog receives personalized attention. Hard costs for a healthy dog range from $804-$920; heartworm-positive dogs or those needing specialized care can exceed $2,000+. Adoption fees help cover a portion of these expenses, but without government funding, we rely on fundraising to bridge the gap—ranging from $100–$1,000+ per dog.
Our adoption fees reflect the extensive care and resources that go into each animal we save. The adoption fee is a donation to the mission and goes far beyond getting a fully vetted pet.
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