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Meet Kuma – 10-Month-Old Dutch Shepherd Mix • Chicago, IL Area
Kuma is the perfect mix of playful puppy energy and soft, snuggly sweetness. At just 10 months old, he’s well on his way to becoming an incredible lifelong companion.
He was found running through traffic on a snowy day on the South Side of Chicago — scared, cold, and with fresh bite wounds on his face. The moment he realized he was safe, he melted into gentle affection. That’s Kuma: a pup who just wants to be loved and included.
Since settling into foster care, he has shown what a wonderful dog he truly is.
Quick Highlights
Age: 10 months old
Dog Friendly: Yes — has lived with dogs from 10 lbs to 80 lbs
Kid Friendly: Yes — did great with a 3-year-old; best with kids 10+ due to puppy mouthiness
Medical: Will need neutered & booster shots.
Personality & Home Behavior
• Affectionate, social, and always ready for fun
• Nearly perfect house manners — just one accident in over three weeks
• Crate trained; sleeps through the night and uses his crate by choice during the day
• Playful and goofy, then curled-up-and-cuddly the next moment
• Typical puppy mouthiness during play, easily redirected
• Still searching for a bed he can’t destroy (he’s trying his best!)
Training & Activity
• Knows “sit” and “up,” learning “paw” and “leave it”
• Loves walks, yard time, fetch, tug, and exploring
• Moderate-to-low prey drive — interested in squirrels but not reactive
• Gaining healthy weight with consistent nutrition
Kuma is a happy, smart, affectionate pup who is ready to be someone’s best friend. With structure, continued training, and plenty of love, he’ll blossom into an exceptional companion.
If you’re looking for a young dog with both spirit and sweetness, Kuma is waiting to meet you.
#MadLoveKuma
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To apply to adopt, please fill out the application by clicking on the Adopt button or ask for this dog to be added to your existing application.
All MAD dogs come with a series 3 Fi Collar and a six-month subscription.
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 and adoption counselors 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 the application. Applications that are completed in our process and being considered as a match will speak to the adoption counselor and the dog's foster to gain more information about the 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.
Meet Kuma – 10-Month-Old Dutch Shepherd Mix • Chicago, IL Area
Kuma is the perfect mix of playful puppy energy and soft, snuggly sweetness. At just 10 months old, he’s well on his way to becoming an incredible lifelong companion.
He was found running through traffic on a snowy day on the South Side of Chicago — scared, cold, and with fresh bite wounds on his face. The moment he realized he was safe, he melted into gentle affection. That’s Kuma: a pup who just wants to be loved and included.
Since settling into foster care, he has shown what a wonderful dog he truly is.
Quick Highlights
Age: 10 months old
Dog Friendly: Yes — has lived with dogs from 10 lbs to 80 lbs
Kid Friendly: Yes — did great with a 3-year-old; best with kids 10+ due to puppy mouthiness
Medical: Will need neutered & booster shots.
Personality & Home Behavior
• Affectionate, social, and always ready for fun
• Nearly perfect house manners — just one accident in over three weeks
• Crate trained; sleeps through the night and uses his crate by choice during the day
• Playful and goofy, then curled-up-and-cuddly the next moment
• Typical puppy mouthiness during play, easily redirected
• Still searching for a bed he can’t destroy (he’s trying his best!)
Training & Activity
• Knows “sit” and “up,” learning “paw” and “leave it”
• Loves walks, yard time, fetch, tug, and exploring
• Moderate-to-low prey drive — interested in squirrels but not reactive
• Gaining healthy weight with consistent nutrition
Kuma is a happy, smart, affectionate pup who is ready to be someone’s best friend. With structure, continued training, and plenty of love, he’ll blossom into an exceptional companion.
If you’re looking for a young dog with both spirit and sweetness, Kuma is waiting to meet you.
#MadLoveKuma
***********************************************
To apply to adopt, please fill out the application by clicking on the Adopt button or ask for this dog to be added to your existing application.
All MAD dogs come with a series 3 Fi Collar and a six-month subscription.
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 and adoption counselors 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 the application. Applications that are completed in our process and being considered as a match will speak to the adoption counselor and the dog's foster to gain more information about the 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.
Submit Application
https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/24689/generic
Interview
We interview applicants and 3 references. References include 2 non-family members and 1 vet.
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.
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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.
