Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
House-trained,
Story
Location: Seattle, WA (adoptable within 2-3 hours of Seattle)
DOB: 5/8/2020
Meet Athena: Your 200-Pound Shadow, Snuggle Expert, and Home Security System
If you’ve ever wanted a best friend who thinks personal space is a myth, gives world-class cuddles, and comes with a built-in burglar alarm, allow us to introduce Athena.
Athena is a gorgeous 6-year-old spayed Great Dane with a heart every bit as big as her paws. She absolutely adores people—including children—and truly believes every human she meets is a potential best friend. While she enjoys the company of other dogs, people are her favorite, and she’s happiest when she’s right by your side. Like many Great Danes, Athena is a classic Velcro dog. If you’re in the kitchen, she’s in the kitchen. Watching TV? She’s supervising from the couch. Heading to bed? She assumes her invitation is already waiting.
She’s wonderfully social with other dogs and doesn’t have a mean bone in her body. In fact, Athena is so confident in herself that she simply ignores rude behavior from other dogs. Growling? Posturing? Not interested. She seems to know she’s the biggest girl in the room and would rather carry on with life than waste energy on drama. (We’re fairly certain she believes she could just sit on any trouble if it ever came to that.)
Cats? Athena is absolutely fascinated by them! She loves watching them and wants to be their friend, all while remaining gentle and respectful.
Athena is house-trained, has excellent manners around food with no signs of food aggression, and greets visitors with happy excitement—but no jumping. She enjoys daily walks and can comfortably stroll about a mile before she’s ready to head home for a well-earned nap.
When playtime rolls around, Athena is always up for chasing a ball, enjoying a favorite chew toy, or soaking up endless belly rubs. And if you’re willing to share your couch—or your bed—you’ll quickly discover that this giant dog is convinced she’s actually lap-sized.
Athena also takes her job as family guardian seriously. She has strong protective instincts and isn’t afraid to let you know if she thinks roughhousing has gotten a little too enthusiastic. And her bark? Let’s just say it’s impressively deep, wonderfully intimidating, and highly effective at convincing unexpected visitors that today might not be the day. Once you’ve welcomed someone into her home, though, Athena is happy to welcome them too.
Athena is looking for a family who wants a loyal companion, an adventure buddy, a professional snuggler, and a gentle giant who will love them with her whole heart. She has plenty of adventures left to enjoy and is ready to find the person—or family—who will cherish her as much as she’ll cherish them.
If you’re searching for a dog with beauty, personality, unwavering loyalty, and just the right amount of goofy charm, Athena is ready to claim her spot in your heart… and probably your favorite seat on the couch.
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