Dana is dreaming of a home for her birthday.

The American pit bull terrier mix has resided with the San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) for two years after arriving at the particular California rescue group’s Oceanside campus as a stray in 2020.

While Dana has yet to find a forever family since moving into the shelter, she offers “won the hearts associated with everyone who’s caring with regard to her, ” SDHS told PEOPLE.

SDHS’s staff will be so smitten with Dana that they are determined to find a home regarding the dog a home and recently threw the particular newly 7-year-old canine a birthday party to raise awareness about Dana’s search for family members.

“What are the must-haves intended for throwing the particular best birthday party ever? Our checklist includes: decorations, delicious treats, plenty of presents, space for snuggles and zoomies, and TONS of squeaky toys! Oh, and did we forget to mention? This birthday celebration happens to be for one extremely deserving doggie! ” SDHS shared on Facebook alongside a video of Dana enjoying the festivities .

“Dana has been in our care for over TWO YEARS, plus while all of us wish this was a going home party, we welcome any opportunity to celebrate this precious pooch! (After all, you only turn 7 once! ) We gathered the official Dana fan club to create a birthday blowout worthy of this amazing mutt — and her reaction made it all worth it! ” the post added.

Footage from the party shows Dana eagerly greeting the girl guests, chewing on playthings and treats, and taking pleasure in her time as the particular center of attention.

SDHS hopes the pup’s celebration inspires an animal lover to adopt the dog and shower her with affection daily.

“There were no candles on her pupcakes, but weDana’sthat Dana’s deepest wish is usually to finally find the home where she can feel this same joy every day. Perhaps with just a teensy bit less fanfare, ” SDHS wrote on Facebook.

According to the organization, “Dana is a pure joy. She’s active and loves adventures. inch

The rescue canine would do best in a home with children over 12 and no pets. Dana would also love a house with the big yard, a comfy bed, and patient parents willing to continue her training.

To learn more about Dana plus submit your adoption application, visit the dog’s SDHS adoption profile .