She was brought to the shelter with 3 of her mates named Axel, Asterix and Angi, because the owner couldn't keep them anymore. (Angi has already been adopted.)
They have taken a long time to get used to the new environment and have been opening up really slowly. At the beginning all 4 of them were totally unapproachable. By now they have not just accepted stroking, they are actually craving it.
They've never known the collar and lead and at the sight of these ATHINA still freezes. Earlier on she actually got into a state of shock and ran for her kennel to hide there. A few days ago she stopped seeing the collar and lead as an enemy, but she's still unwilling to walk. A lot of patience and practice is needed before she will master the collar and lead.
She's looking for a loving owner who'd teach her with patience. In exchange she would be his faithful companion for life.
She's on probation at her owner-to-be. 28 September 2019.