🐾 Pets of LFNA: Meet Linus & Lena

This month, we’re heading to 13th and Shannon to meet two very different — and equally iconic — neighborhood personalities: Linus and Little Lena. Thanks to Michelle Mucenski for sharing them with us!

👑 The Sheriff: Linus (Age 14)

Linus is a 14-year-old tan Chihuahua mix who proves that “distinguished gentleman” and “menace” can absolutely coexist in one very tiny body.

In the house: He’s a submissive sweetheart who prefers to remain physically connected to at least one human body part at all times. Add a soft blanket, and he’s living his best life.

In the streets: A total freak. From behind the safety of his fence, Linus transforms into the self-appointed Sheriff of 13th and Shannon — monitoring activity, enforcing standards and making sure everyone knows who’s in charge.

Tiny? Yes. Intimidating? Also yes.

Linus 📷

🎾 The Pro-Athlete: Little Lena (Age 8)

Little Lena is an 8-year-old black Poodle mix who clearly never received the memo about “slowing down.”

Despite her years, she has the spirit — and stamina — of a caffeinated puppy.

The vibe: Sweet, soulful and dangerously obsessed.

The mission: Fetch. Always fetch. It’s not a hobby. It’s a calling.

If there’s a ball involved, Lena is locked in and ready for action.

Little Lena 📷

We love getting to know the pets (and personalities!) that make Little Flower such a fun place to live.

🐶🐱 Want Your Pet Featured?

We’re always accepting submissions for Pets of LFNA!

To participate, send:

• A high-quality photo

• Your pet’s name + age

• Their “title” (Chief Nap Officer? Head of Squirrel Surveillance?)

• 3–5 sentences about their personality

• A favorite quote you often say about them

Email: littleflowerneighborhood@gmail.com

We can’t wait to meet more of the incredible animals of Little Flower. 🐾💛