Zena, Belgian Malinois Mix – From Stray to Star, Ready for Her Forever Adventure 🌟🐾

Zena is a 2.5-year-old unspayed Belgian Malinois mix (76–100 lbs) who was picked up as a stray on August 21, 2025. With her adorable floppy ears and classic Malinois coloring, she’s as stunning as she is affectionate. Though life in the shelter has been overwhelming, Zena shines with her friendly, energetic personality. She loves attention, thrives on affection, and is eager to leave her stray days behind to find a family of her own.

Why She’s the Ultimate Adventure Buddy
🐕 Gorgeous with classic Malinois looks and floppy ears
🏃‍♀️ Energetic and loves to explore the world
🍖 Smart and food motivated — a great candidate for training
🤗 Affectionate cuddle bug who loves attention
🎉 Exuberant, playful, and full of life

What She’s Looking For
✔️ An active adopter or family ready for adventures
✔️ A harness, long walks, and plenty of exercise
✔️ A home that will provide structure, love, and patience
✔️ Someone who will guide her training and help her feel secure

Zena is the kind of dog who makes every day brighter with her joy, energy, and love for life. She may have spent her past as an outdoor stray, but she’s ready to learn what it means to be part of a family. Come meet Zena at Animal Friends of the Valleys in Wildomar, CA (ID #791263) — one look into her bright eyes and wagging tail, and you’ll see why she’s impossible not to love!

Rocky Kanaka