Athena has come a long was since coming to us about 3 months ago. When she first came to our foster home, she sat in a corner and just shook. She did not like anyone coming toward her or even petting her. Her tail never wagged. The only thing that calmed her were my 2 dogs. The life she led was full of neglect and abuse.

Today, Athena is much better - but still has a little ways to go. She does not shake anymore in fear and her tail does wag sometimes. She loves to play with the dogs in the morning and LOVES squeaking toys. If you have a squeaking toy, she must see what it is even if it takes her 10 tries to get the courage to do so. She is still timid and shy -noises tend to scare her and she runs. The difference is now she always comes back instead of hiding. She has decided also that being petting is not such a bad thing - you just have to move slowly toward her. Athena will lay for hours getting her head and belly scratched.

 The best type of home for Athena will be one with at least 1 dog (she still seeks mine out when she is scared) and someone that will have the patience to let her come out of her shell at her own speed. She is a very special dog and working very hard at overcoming her shyness. I know she will get there in no time. She has made great progress up to this point and every day she tries something new, which amazes and thrills me.

11/23/11

Included is a new picture of Athena relaxing in her foster home.  She is starting to relax a lot more.  Athena is much more comfortable inside, although she does still get scared of noises outside.  She is a great girl and deserves a loving forever family!

11/3/11

Athena is starting to get comfortable in her foster home.  She is now playing with the other two dogs and Athena has also started to play with dog toys.  She still startles quickly with noises, but is calming down much faster.  Athena takes treats very gently.  She is coming out of her shell more and more with each day!  Apply today for this beautiful girl!

10/12/11 -

Athena came to AABR from a local puppy mill that is closing.  This girl is a beauty! She is very shy around people, but is already starting to warm up to her temporary foster mom. Today, she got her first bubble bath and spent time with a young AABR volunteer who worked on getting her used to being handled. Because Athena came from a puppy mill, she will require time to adjust to home living and being house-broken. Athena would greatly benefit from being in a foster home or even better- her forever home! Please apply today and check back for more updates!!

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