Meet Athena | Rehome With Love Pet Adoption

Meet Athena, a spirited three-and-a-half-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier/Boxer mix from Chula Vista, CA, whose essence is a joyful whirlwind of affection wrapped in a sleek gray and white coat. With her strong, athletic frame and soulful eyes, Athena is ready to sprint straight into your heart—and probably your lap, too!

Athena’s favorite things in life are simple but full of love: running freely, playing with canine and feline friends alike, and soaking up every ounce of attention she can get. She's the queen of belly rub requests and thrives on cuddles—think of her as your personal weighted blanket with a tail. She's especially fond of kids, as long as they're confident and kind. Her gentle, loyal nature shines brightest when she feels safe and part of a calm, loving routine.

This clever girl knows basic commands like sit, lay down, and come, and she’s both house and kennel trained—a winning combo for any pet parent! She’s also quite the social butterfly with other animals, even romping around happily with cats. Athena is used to a flexible household rhythm, lounging during the day and settling in for nighttime snuggles with ease.

Athena does have a few quirks—she experiences generalized anxiety and takes daily Apoquel for allergies, along with a prescription for anxiety management. But with steady walks, enrichment activities, and a patient, understanding caregiver, she blossoms. She needs someone who sees her for the sweet, sensitive companion she is and can offer her a consistent routine with a bit of structure and a lot of love.

Athena is fully vaccinated, spayed, microchipped, and in great shape. She’s been well cared for and just needs a home where she feels emotionally safe and mentally stimulated. A fenced yard and some regular outdoor adventures would be the cherry on top!

Are you the next kind-hearted human who can offer Athena the space to feel grounded, valued, and adored? If so, she’s ready to trade you snuggles for snacks and loyalty for life!

If you're ready to meet your four-legged shadow and cuddle expert, reach out today and ask about Athena!

Pet's Name: Athena

Dog: Primary Breed: American Pitbull Terrier

Birthdate (an estimate is okay): 11/26/2021

Age Category: Adult

Where did you get your pet?: It's The Pits Dog Rescue

Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.): Jan 2022

Gender: Female

Size (at full-grown): Large

Weight (in pounds, at full-grown size): 85

Primary Color: Gray or Blue (Mostly)

What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?: running,playing with other dogs/cats, cuddling, getting attention

Has your dog received any formal obedience training?: No

What commands does your dog know?: general. sit, lay down comes when called

How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?: no problem

Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?: she has generalized anxiety

Is there a daily routine that works well for your dog (feeding, walking, sleep)?: she goes with the flow of the house. fed AM and pm. sleeps a lot during the day and night

Medical History and Care:

Vaccinations up to date

Spayed or Neutered

House/Litter-Trained

Microchipped

Special Diet

Special Needs

Never Vetted

Unknown

Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?: allergies, she takes Apoquel, Generalized anxiety/high energy at times

Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.: no

How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? : maintenance

Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?: generalized care

Personality:

Playful

Constant Companion

High Energy

Medium Energy

Low Energy

Stubborn

Timid

Needs Training

Friendly to Strangers

Good with Other Dogs

Good with Young Children

Good with Cats

Bonded Pair

Requires A Fenced Yard

Crate Trained

Purebred

How is your dog with other dogs?: Friendly: Generally gets along well with other dogs.

How is your dog with cats?: Very friendly: Loves being around cats and plays nicely with them.

What's the most endearing thing about your dog?: she is very very sweet and loving to her people, sometimes too needy

What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?: someone willling to work with her, i think regular walks and training will do her good mentally. someone willing to accept her for who she is

Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?: Other, Not in List

Details about rehoming reason (if needed): Unfortunately at this time we are not the right family for athena and she is not the right dog for our growing family. Athena has increased anxiety since we started a home renovation ad I became pregnant. She acts very wierd around me at times and I can tell she is unhappy. She used to gobble her food up and now sometimes she doesn't even eat. I even started her on Prozac. I know she will thrive i a home where she gets regular walks and feels like she has a job.

If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :

Not Applicable

Yes

How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?: One month

Who is your veterinarian?: Otay Pet Vet

What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?: Kirkland brand Lamb and rice formula

Do you currently have pet insurance?: No

Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:

Yes

Maybe

City, State: Chula Vista, CA

Zip Code: 91910

How did you hear about us?: Google Search

Service Level: Courtesy Listing: Self-Managed (Free)