Ariya von Aresing is a beautiful 2 year old smaller sized Shepherd mix. Ariya arrived at Westside with her brother Mo (see his page HERE); they're a ready-made pair if you are looking for a duo! This sweet girl might take a minute to feel comfortable, and then she loves to be near you soaking up attention and pets. She comes out of her kennel nicely and meets other dogs well, including small ones - even face-to-face when she’s out and about on leash. While she might pull a bit out of excitement, she listens well to directions. A bright girl, she is busy learning new commands to impress her future humans and she makes sure to take treats gently from your hand. She looks to her person for reassurance and guidance, especially when meeting visitors, who can sometimes feel a bit scary. In a nutshell, here are the “job” descriptions: Yours will be to provide lots of head- and ear-scratches, guidance, food and treats, and a loving and safe home. If you have a kiddie pool that she can splash around in -- even better! In return, Ariya’s is to show you the silly side of her personality, keep your home safe and be the best buddy you’ve ever had. Still searching for more virtues? Ariya is a wonderful greeter and socialite with other dogs. She handles life with a pleasant, medium-energy level, is crate-trained and… feels that kitties can be wonderful friends!