Xena IV is one of a one-of-a-kind German Shepherd and Husky mix, hence her beautiful eyes. She will be 3 years old on February 1st, 2025, and weighs around 60 pounds. She is a high-energy dog that loves going on walks and playing with her toys. She loves receiving her bark box and always finds a new favorite toy each month. Although she has a million toys her absolute favorite will be her tail, she never stops chasing it. Xena is microchipped and fully up to date with shots and vaccines.
This ball of energy loves nothing more than being around you. She is very loyal and loving of her owner. She tends to show signs of “separation anxiety” and will have a fit if you go anywhere without her. She does require lots of exercise and attention. She would love a big yard for her to run around and chase butterflies, which is one of her favorite things to do.
She has always lived in a home with just her, but she has met some furry friends along the way. They have all been male dogs. She has shown signs of a bully mentality towards a smaller female dog, so I am not sure if she would do well with female dogs. She does not do well with cats. Xena loves people, especially ones who will play with her. She is very welcoming to strangers. She has never been around toddlers or kids, so I am not sure how she would react, but she has never shown signs of being aggressive towards anyone. Xena is a very happy and playful dog, but she does have moments of anxiety. She has recently started reacting to thunderstorms, shaking and hiding under the bed. Being left in her crate or having a door shut to separate her and you cause her to bark and scratch. Sometimes if she gets too worked up it causes her to be sick (throwing up, lethargic, or won’t eat). Any time she needs to be boarded at the vet she gets put on anxiety medicine to help calm her down. Although she has her moments, her personality, loyalty, and all the love she gives are worth it.
Xena is housebroken and crate-trained. As said before when she is first put into the cage or outside she does have a moment of barking and scratching, but after a few minutes she will calm down. Xena is good on the leash, at first she is a little excited to be on a walk so she will pull a bit, but eventually walks right beside you. Xena knows the basic commands such as sit, shake, lay down. She also knows how to leave treats/toys until she hears the command “free”. When going outside, if told she will sit at the door (open or closed) and wait for the command “free” before going out. I had Xena taken to a training school where she learned most of her commands. Due to me being too busy to stick with the training afterwards she has lost some of the progress, such as her place bed and staying on it, but she is a very smart dog and I’m sure she would pick it back up after some time.
I’m looking for the perfect home for Xena because she deserves it. Someone who is home often and who is able to give her the attention and love she needs. Someone with a big yard or willing to take her on walks often. Someone who doesn’t live with cats. If it were up to me I would not be sitting here writing this post to rehome Xena because she is my fur best friend and I never imagined having to do this, but unfortunately, I had to move and could not bring her with me.
This free spirit pup is deserving of the perfect furever home. Could it be with you? Apply to adopt Xena IV today!
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If you have a specific question about Xena IV, then please email newdigs@dallaspetsalive.org. If you are interested in applying to adopt this pet, fill out the application at the link above.
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