At just over 14 pounds, Anya isn't much bigger than a bunny, and she definitely behaves like she'd be scared of one.
This is fitting, because as fans of the television show Buffy the Vampire Slayer know, Anya was the name of the beautiful, blonde "vengeance demon" who learns what it means to become human again, discovers kindness and love, and yet harbors a phobia of rabbits.
The staff at the Baltimore County Animal Shelter were too busy laughing at the comparison to confirm whether that's how the canine Anya got her name.
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But we're sticking with it.
Anya is a mix between a dachshund and a miniature pinscer, retaining the black-and-tan coloration of the latter. She is about 5 years old, spayed, and desperately enthusiasitc about making friends.
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She's very responsive to correction when she needs to calm down, excitedly affectionate as only a little dog can be, and most importantly, she claims 26860 as her impound number, which is what you'll say when you go to adopt her. Today.
The Baltimore County Animal Shelter is located at 13800 Manor Road. Visiting hours are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Call (410) 887-5961 for more information.
