Anja
50% Australian Shepherd, 50% Pit Bull | 4 years old | Spayed FeMALe | 55 lbs
QUICK FACTS: ✔️ Good with kids! ✔️ House trained! ✔️ Good in the car! ✔️ Crate trained! 🥰Snuggle Pup 🧸Loves to play ✔️ Can free roam when alone
Anja is a playful, affectionate Australian Shepherd/Pit Bull mix who brings together the best of both breeds: she’s smart, loyal, loving, and full of personality. Whether it’s heading out on a long walk, running around with her doggy daycare pals, or playing in the yard, Anja thrives in an active environment and would be a fantastic match for someone who enjoys an energetic, fun-loving companion.
Anja adores kids and is especially gentle with younger ones. She’s currently living with a 6-year-old and an 11-year-old. Around the house, she’s well-mannered and easy to have around: she’s fully house-trained, crate-trained, doesn’t chew on furniture or belongings, and patiently waits for an invitation before hopping on the furniture. At night she's happy to snuggle up on the couch and snooze. We typically take her for a walk immediately before or after dinner and she sleeps until around 7am the next day. She’s a smart girl who picked up her basic commands quickly and would love continued training or enrichment activities to keep her sharp mind busy.
As a loyal and protective dog, Anja takes her role as family guardian seriously. She does some alert barking when unfamiliar people or animals are nearby, which makes her an excellent watchdog. Because of this, she’ll do best in a home that appreciates her natural instincts.
We’re heartbroken to be rehoming Anja, but due to some changes in our family’s schedule, we’re no longer able to provide her with the level of daily activity she deserves. We also live in a wooded area with lots of wildlife, which tends to trigger her herding instincts and leads to extra barking. This has been tough on our son, who is sensitive to loud noises.
Anja is a loving, devoted dog who will make an incredible companion for someone with an active lifestyle and a big heart. If you’re looking for a smart, affectionate best friend who will always be by your side, Anja might just be the perfect fit.
