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My name is Maverick - located in SD!

Posted 1 month ago | Updated 4 days ago

Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Home Check

4

Approve Application

5

Pay Fee

Adoption fee: $550

This helps Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue, Inc. with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Belgian Malinois
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
1 year 1 month old, Young
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
32 lb (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_2580670-1251848

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Say hello to #MADloveMaverick — or “Mav,” as his friends call him!



Maverick enjoys long walks in the woods and using his teeth to explore the world. He is part kangaroo, part alligator… so in other words, a very typical Malinois.



He is medium–high drive and enjoys biting (appropriately!) and prefers toys as a reward over food. His food drive is also good and can easily be increased with training.



Maverick is learning some basic manners, such as keeping his teeth off hands and arms and sitting politely at doorways. Both are still very much a work in progress. He is very puppy and needs supervision when out of the crate, but he settles well once he’s had enough exercise or has something appropriate to chew on and play with.



With training and time, Maverick will be a wonderful dog. Without training… imagine a tornado with teeth.



He crates well for the most part but has a harder time settling when his human is home. This has improved significantly with consistency and routine. A camera setup shows that when no one is around, he is calm and relaxed in his crate. He does still have occasional accidents both in and out of the crate, but this continues to improve as he settles into a routine.



Maverick has done well around older children (approximately 8–12 years old). Since those puppy teeth like to taste everything, supervised interactions are recommended until he develops better manners and matures.



He gets along with cats but wants to play and chase, so dog-savvy cats would be best until he learns more appropriate behavior. He loves everyone he meets and has shown no signs of being defensive or possessive.



Maverick would do best with a breed-savvy handler or someone with training experience who has done their research and is excited to work with this breed. He would likely excel at just about any sport—you name it. He enjoys pulling, using his nose, and is currently learning basic engagement, house manners, and obedience.



 



All MAD dogs come with a Fi Collar and six-months subscription. 



If you are interested in adopting this pet please complete an application at this link  https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/24689/generic



We are an official 501c3 organization that does not have a physical location. Our home address is in Michigan, however, the majority of our dogs are not located in Michigan. The physical location of each our our dogs is posted with the name of the pet or in the title area. If you are within 4 hours of the pet, please be prepared to pick the pet up. We do provide transport assistance up to 350 miles. The applicant must drive the remainder of the distance of the transport. 



The basic information that we have available is in our posting, but sometimes fosters will post updates on the MAD Rescue Facebook page as well,  https://www.facebook.com/groups/malinoisanddutchshepherdrescueinc.



If you would like to further inquire on this animal, please fill out this application. Applications that are completed in our process and being considered as a match will speak to the foster home to gain more information about our adoptable dog.



If you have questions about this pet please contact us at info@MADrescueinc.org. 



You may also call our toll free number at 844-MAD-RESQ or 844-623-7377



Additional information about all of our dogs for adoption can be located at our website MAD Rescue Inc.


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Contact info

Pet ID
ps_2580670-1251848
Contact
Valerie Lussier
Address
Imlay City, MI 48444
Donation

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/24689/generic

2.

Interview

We interview applicants and 3 references. References include 2 non-family members and 1 vet.

3.

Home Check

After a successful Home Visit the applicant is eligible to review available dogs and talk to state coordinators about making a good match.

4.

Approve Application

5.

Pay Fee

All MAD dogs are UTD and spayed or neutered. An adoption fee will apply to any dog that is adopted after completing the above process.

Additional adoption info

We do have Facebook groups and follow up on animals once placed.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/malinoisanddutchshepherdrescueinc

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Meet and Greets are at our foster homes and upon request and mutual arrangement.

More about this rescue

Mission Statemet
Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue, Inc. (MAD) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization which is dedicated to rescuing Belgian Malinois and Dutch Shepherds who have found themselves without a home (surrendered, discarded, abused, neglected or impounded). MAD does not have a physical location and is operated by compassionate, like-minded professionals who volunteer their time and resources to help save and care for the Malinois and Dutch Shepherds. All animals that are accepted by MAD are spayed or neutered, given medical attention and rehabilitation, as needed, and placed with foster homes until their health and evaluations are completed and they are ready to be placed in their loving permanent homes.

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