Meet Athena, a gentle 2-year-old soul weighing around 53 pounds, eagerly awaiting her second chance at a loving home. Discovered near Lakeshore in Rockwall, Athena is now ready to blossom with a family who understands that building trust takes time. She can be a little shy in new situations, but with patience and kindness, her sweet and affectionate personality truly shines through. Once she feels safe, Athena loves to be close to her people and promises to fill your life with warmth and companionship.
As an American Pit Bull Terrier, Athena possesses intelligence and a strong desire to please, making her highly trainable despite not having much formal training previously. She walks nicely on a leash and is eager to learn and grow with consistent guidance. This breed typically has a short coat, requiring low grooming, moderate shedding, and a high energy level, meaning she'll thrive with plenty of activity. Athena is good with other dogs, but a meet and greet is encouraged to ensure a harmonious match.
Athena is looking for a forever family who will provide her with the love, stability, and patience she deserves. Her ideal home is one that can offer consistent training and daily exercise to keep her happy and healthy. She is spayed, microchipped, current on her rabies vaccination and boosters, and while she did test heartworm positive, her treatment is fully covered by Rockwall PAWS. If you're ready to open your heart to a loyal and loving companion, Athena can't wait to share her big heart with you.
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Requires heartworm treatment, which is covered by Rockwall PAWS.
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