Xena: The Loving & Playful AmStaff-Boxer Mix Ready to Steal Your Heart
Location: Lending Paws A Hand, Sanford, NC
Animal ID: Not provided (Contact rescue for details)
Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier & Boxer Mix
Age: Adult (exact age not specified)
Gender: Female
Size: Large (~60-70 lbs, estimated)
How to Adopt Xena
Ready to welcome Xena, the ultimate blend of playful energy and couch potato charm, into your home? Visit Lending Paws A Hand at https://lpah.org/adoption to fill out an adoption application and schedule a meet-and-greet with all family members (and any dogs in your home to ensure compatibility). Can’t adopt? Share Xena’s story on social media with @FeatureADog and link to featureadog.org to help her find her forever family, or consider donating to support her care. Contact the rescue at lpah.petfinder@gmail.com for more details or to arrange a visit. Xena’s ready to bring her love and fabulousness to your life—don’t miss out! 🐾❤️
About Xena
Meet Xena, an adult American Staffordshire Terrier and Boxer Mix who’s the perfect mix of playful energy and cozy cuddles! This large, brindle-coated female is a loving, active, and affectionate companion who’s ready to steal your heart with her irresistible smile. Xena loves romping with kids and other dogs, making her a great fit for a lively household, but she’s not a fan of cats. When the fun winds down, she transforms into the quintessential couch potato, ready to snuggle up and shower you with love. Fostered in Sanford, NC, Xena is eager to find her forever home with a family who can match her fabulousness.
Characteristics
Affectionate & Loving: Xena adores people and kids, offering endless cuddles and a winning smile.
Playful & Active: She loves running around with kids and dogs, keeping everyone entertained.
Couch Potato: After playtime, Xena’s happy to relax and laze on the couch with you.
Friendly & Curious: Her outgoing personality makes her a joy to have around, always ready to engage.
Health and Care
Xena is spayed, up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, and microchipped, per Lending Paws A Hand’s adoption policy. She’s had a health check in January 2025 and is in excellent health with no reported issues. Xena is house-trained, making her an easy addition to any home.
Xena’s Story
Xena, an adult American Staffordshire Terrier and Boxer Mix, is a brindle beauty who’s ready to bring her unique blend of energy and affection to a forever home. Fostered in Sanford, NC, with Lending Paws A Hand since early 2025, Xena has proven herself to be a star. She spends her days playing with kids and other dogs, showing off her playful and curious side, and then winding down as a cozy couch spud who loves to snuggle. Her friendly nature and ability to “handle her business properly” make her a low-maintenance yet high-reward companion.
Xena gets along wonderfully with children and other dogs, making her ideal for a bustling, dog-friendly household, but she prefers a cat-free environment. Her adopters will love her versatility—whether she’s burning energy with playtime or relaxing with you on the couch, Xena’s all about spreading love and joy. If you’re looking for a loyal, fun-loving furry friend who can keep up with the kids and still be your Netflix buddy, Xena’s your gal!
Ideal Home
Xena would thrive in an active, family-oriented home with a securely fenced yard for playtime with kids and other dogs. She’s great with children of all ages and gets along with other dogs, but her dislike for cats means she needs a cat-free environment. Her medium-to-high energy level requires owners who can provide regular play sessions, walks, and mental stimulation, balanced with cozy downtime. A suburban or urban home in a pet-friendly neighborhood with space for her to run and relax will suit Xena perfectly. Owners who appreciate her affectionate and playful nature will find her an irresistible, loving companion.
Rescue Information
Lending Paws A Hand in Sanford, NC, is dedicated to finding loving homes for dogs like Xena. Your support helps save more lives! Consider donating or volunteering to make a difference. Contact the rescue at lpah.petfinder@gmail.com or visit https://lpah.org/ to learn more. Follow @FeatureADog on social media and check out featureadog.org for more ways to support adoptable dogs like Xena.
