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Xena

  • Young
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Black Labrador Retriever
  • German Shepherd Dog

About Xena

Whittier, CA

Breed

Black Labrador Retriever&German Shepherd DogMix

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Brave, Friendly, Funny, Gentle, Loves, Loyal, Playful, Smart
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No

Xena’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Xena's Story

Meet Xena <br/><br/>(Fostered in Los Angeles, CA)<br/><br/>Some dogs are loud about who they are.<br/>Xena is quiet… and that’s exactly what makes her so special.<br/><br/>Formerly known as Kiera at Downey Animal Care Center, Xena came in as a stray and struggled in the loud, overwhelming shelter environment. She would shut down in her kennel — overlooked not because she wasn’t wonderful, but because she was scared.<br/><br/>Outside of the shelter, her true personality is starting to shine. ✨<br/><br/>Her Personality<br/><br/>Shy and gentle at first<br/>Low-energy and calm<br/>Sweet, soft, and sensitive<br/>Thrives in peaceful environments<br/>Coexists beautifully with calm, dog-friendly companions<br/><br/>Xena isn’t the kind of dog who barrels into a room demanding attention. She’s the kind who quietly comes up beside you, rests her head near your hand, and chooses you.<br/><br/>She has so much love to give — she just needs someone who sees her. Once she trusts you, her loyalty and softness are unmatched. Watching a shy dog gain confidence is one of the most rewarding journeys there is.<br/><br/>Xena is currently fostered in Los Angeles and ready to meet her forever person.<br/><br/>Send in an adoption application today at homeboundhounds.org/adopt

Meet Xena

(Fostered in Los Angeles, CA)

Some dogs are loud about who they are.
Xena is quiet… and that’s exactly what makes her so special.

Formerly known as Kiera at Downey Animal Care Center, Xena came in as a stray and struggled in the loud, overwhelming shelter environment. She would shut down in her kennel — overlooked not because she wasn’t wonderful, but because she was scared.

Outside of the shelter, her true personality is starting to shine. ✨

Her Personality

Shy and gentle at first
Low-energy and calm
Sweet, soft, and sensitive
Thrives in peaceful environments
Coexists beautifully with calm, dog-friendly companions

Xena isn’t the kind of dog who barrels into a room demanding attention. She’s the kind who quietly comes up beside you, rests her head near your hand, and chooses you.

She has so much love to give — she just needs someone who sees her. Once she trusts you, her loyalty and softness are unmatched. Watching a shy do

Meet Xena

(Fostered in Los Angeles, CA)

Some dogs are loud about who they are.
Xena is quiet… and that’s exactly what makes her so special.

Formerly known as Kiera at Downey Animal Care Center, Xena came in as a stray and struggled in the loud, overwhelming shelter environment. She would shut down in her kennel — overlooked not because she wasn’t wonderful, but because she was scared.

Outside of the shelter, her true personality is starting to shine. ✨

Her Personality

Shy and gentle at first
Low-energy and calm
Sweet, soft, and sensitive
Thrives in peaceful environments
Coexists beautifully with calm, dog-friendly companions

Xena isn’t the kind of dog who barrels into a room demanding attention. She’s the kind who quietly comes up beside you, rests her head near your hand, and chooses you.

She has so much love to give — she just needs someone who sees her. Once she trusts you, her loyalty and softness are unmatched. Watching a shy dog gain confidence is one of the most rewarding journeys there is.

Xena is currently fostered in Los Angeles and ready to meet her forever person.

Send in an adoption application today at homeboundhounds.org/adopt

How To Adopt

Xena was listed as ADOPTABLE by Homebound Hounds
How can I adopt Xena?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Homebound Hounds. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Xena is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Homebound Hounds for details on the pet.
When can I meet Xena?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Homebound Hounds will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Xena, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Homebound Hounds, and they'll be happy to help!
Homebound Hounds's Adoption Policy
The adopter must complete the adoption form, which the adoption committee at HH will evaluate. Once approved, a FaceTime appointment or in-person home check will be conducted before the meet and greet with the dog(s). At this point, the adopter will have the option to bring the dog home for a one-week trial period. The adoption can be finalized during the trial period with the contract signature and adoption fee collection.

Xena is from Homebound Hounds

[San Diego, CA]

Our Mission
In 2024, 390,000 dogs were euthanized in California, the highest number in the past five years. (Shelter Animal Counts Database, 2025) Overall, euthanasia is on the rise, which is why we established Homebound Hounds. We are a California-based dog rescue on a mission to save, foster, and find forever homes for at-risk dog...
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