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Xena

  • Young
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Belgian Shepherd / Malinois
  • Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler

Xena

Current Location

Monticello, MN

Breed

Belgian Shepherd / Malinois&Australian Cattle Dog / Blue HeelerMix

Physical Traits

Age: Young, (1-3 years)
Gender: Female
Size: Medium, (26-60 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: No

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 bad compatibility with cats.

  • This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Xena's Story

Meet Xena (formerly Yelena)! This graceful looking 10-month-old Belgian Malinois mix is a bright, high-energy sweetheart who is ready to find her forever pack. She’ll be celebrating her 1st birthday on January 20th, and she’s already made incredible strides in her foster home!Xena is a smart, athletic girl who thrives on structure and activity. She is fully housebroken and kennel trained. She currently lives with cats and does well with them—though if they take off running, she might give a playful chase. She has also done fantastic work with her foster mom on resource guarding and gets along great with the other dogs in her foster home. Due to being Xena a Belgian Malinois mix, she possesses the classic drive, focus, and energy of the breed. She isn't a couch potato, but once she gets her physical and mental workout in, she settles down wonderfully inside the house.To ensure Xena sets off on the right paw, her ideal adopter must meet the following criteria:<br/><br/>Prior Dog Experience: Experience with high-drive, working, or Herding breeds is highly preferred.<br/><br/>Homeowners Only: Must own your home with a secure, fenced yard.<br/><br/>Daily Engagement: A commitment to getting her out every single day for structured activity—whether that’s training sessions, long hikes/walks, or fun car rides to burn off energy.<br/><br/>Ongoing Training: A commitment to continuing her training journey to keep her smart mind sharp and engaged.<br/><br/>If you’re an active dog lover looking for a loyal, intelligent, and fun-loving partner to join your daily adventures, Xena might just be your perfect match- Apply to meet her today at https://www.homewardboundrescue.com/application/dog

Meet Xena (formerly Yelena)! This graceful looking 10-month-old Belgian Malinois mix is a bright, high-energy sweetheart who is ready to find her forever pack. She’ll be celebrating her 1st birthday on January 20th, and she’s already made incredible strides in her foster home!Xena is a smart, athletic girl who thrives on structure and activity. She is fully housebroken and kennel trained. She currently lives with cats and does well with them—though if they take off running, she might give a playful chase. She has also done fantastic work with her foster mom on resource guarding and gets along great with the other dogs in her foster home. Due to being Xena a Belgian Malinois mix, she possesses the classic drive, focus, and energy of the breed. She isn't a couch potato, but once she gets her physical and mental workout in, she settles down wonderfully inside the house.To ensure Xena sets off on the right paw, her ideal adopter must meet the following criteria:

Prior Dog Experience: Experience with high-drive, working,

Meet Xena (formerly Yelena)! This graceful looking 10-month-old Belgian Malinois mix is a bright, high-energy sweetheart who is ready to find her forever pack. She’ll be celebrating her 1st birthday on January 20th, and she’s already made incredible strides in her foster home!Xena is a smart, athletic girl who thrives on structure and activity. She is fully housebroken and kennel trained. She currently lives with cats and does well with them—though if they take off running, she might give a playful chase. She has also done fantastic work with her foster mom on resource guarding and gets along great with the other dogs in her foster home. Due to being Xena a Belgian Malinois mix, she possesses the classic drive, focus, and energy of the breed. She isn't a couch potato, but once she gets her physical and mental workout in, she settles down wonderfully inside the house.To ensure Xena sets off on the right paw, her ideal adopter must meet the following criteria:

Prior Dog Experience: Experience with high-drive, working, or Herding breeds is highly preferred.

Homeowners Only: Must own your home with a secure, fenced yard.

Daily Engagement: A commitment to getting her out every single day for structured activity—whether that’s training sessions, long hikes/walks, or fun car rides to burn off energy.

Ongoing Training: A commitment to continuing her training journey to keep her smart mind

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How To Adopt

Xena was listed as Adoptable by Homeward Bound Rescue
How can I adopt Xena?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Homeward Bound Rescue. 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 Homeward Bound Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Xena?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Homeward Bound Rescue 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 Homeward Bound Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Homeward Bound Rescue's Adoption Policy
Adoption Policies and Requirements At Homeward Bound, our animals come first. Each animal is housed in home by one of our amazing foster families. We do not have a facility. Because the animals live in our homes, we can make a better assessment as to what homes fit each animal. We do not have blanket policies but instead make requirements for pets based on that individual pet’s needs. Please be sure to read each bio on the animal you are interested in thoroughly to see if you/your lifestyle/home/family are a good fit. All animals adopted from Homeward Bound are required to be indoor pets. We do not adopt our pets to outdoor homes. We reserve the right to deny an application at any time, for any reason. Spay/Neuter All animals in our care are/will be spayed or neutered as part of the adoption process. Most of our animals are fixed prior to adoption, but in some cases, due to vet availability, a pet may be adopted with the requirement that the adopter MUST get the pet to one of our participating vet clinics by a certain date (which will be listed on the adoption contract). This appointment will be coordinated between our director and the adopter. Other animals within an applicant’s home are expected to be altered as well. As a rescue, our job is to do our part to help control the pet overpopulation problem, and that begins with responsible spay/neuter practices. In the rare instance where a pet is deemed medically unable to be altered, we may make an exception. Vet Care All animals within our care will be current on their age-appropriate vaccines as well as monthly flea/tick/heartworm preventative. Adult dogs will be tested (& if necessary, treated) for heartworm/tick borne illnesses as part of the adoption process. All animals in our care will receive a microchip which will be linked to us as secondary contact (the adopter can register their pet as the primary contact following adoption). An applicant’s current pets must be current and up-to-date on their vaccinations, and a vet reference must be provided on the adoption application. Renters If you rent your home, you must provide the contact information for your landlord during the application process. Home Visit In certain cases, we may require a home visit. References Two NON-FAMILY references are required for our adoption applications, as well as a vet reference. A non-family reference would be someone who knows you well enough to know how you care for your pets and is not related to you. Please note: while we wish we had the manpower to call all adopters and references directly, we are a small, volunteer run rescue (we all have full time jobs, families, and pets), so email contacts are required for all references. Return Policy As part of the adoption process, our adoption contract states that if you adopt a dog from Homeward Bound and are at any time unable to care for that pet, you must first contact us. Please be aware that because we are a foster based rescue, it may take us time to locate an open foster home for a return. In certain cases, where an animal is deemed a danger to people or other animals, we may not be able to accept the animal back. In the rare instance that this occurs, we will work directly with the adopter to find a solution.

Xena is from Homeward Bound Rescue

[Monticello, MN]

Our Mission
At Homeward Bound, we are a no-kill shelter dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs in need. We believe that every dog deserves a loving forever home and we work tirelessly to find the perfect match for each of our rescue dogs. Our team is made up of passionate and experienced animal lovers who strive to provide the best po...
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