Athena packs a lot of personality into her nine months—equal parts warmth and spark. This medium-sized Border Collie mix has a confident, playful streak that shines through the moment you meet her. Athena is never short on hugs or cuddles and has a knack for quickly winning people over with her easy affection. She’s dog-friendly but doesn’t mind being the center of attention if you’re a one-dog household. Cats aren’t an issue—Athena’s been properly tested and gets along just fine. She’s smart, attentive, and picks up on household routines with the kind of intuition you expect from a herding breed. Athena handles being blind in her left eye like it’s no big deal, managing her eye drops calmly. She’s crate trained and fully housebroken; no drama with accidents. If you have kids, just note the magic number is eight and up. Athena’s herding roots kick in around small children, so older kids are ideal for her pace. This is a dog for an active family that sees their dog as a partner on hikes and lazy days alike. Ready to see if Athena is the one? Your new best friend is just one click away.