Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mel is currently being fostered in TEXAS.
Mel, the Belgian Malinois mix. Mel is apx 6- 8 months old and 35 pounds, but still a tad on the thin side, we are fattening her up. Mel will be a big gal, probably weighing 65-70 plus pounds. Her legs are huge.
Mel is smart, quirky, sometimes a fraidy cat which is funny because she is so big, but you still have to remember just because she is a giant, she is still just a baby.
Mel is working on her leash manners, potty manners and every other manners.
She spent two months in the city shelter alone in a 4x4 cell full of pee and poop. As you can imagine this dog breed does not do well with that setting. Being in a shelter forced to sleep, urinate and eat in the same space for months as a baby really set her behind a bit. She needs some work, patience and devotion.
Mel is a FAST learner though. In less than two weeks she learned not to jump, she takes treats very nicely. We are still working on sit as she sits and then slides down to a lay belly roll 😂.
She is submissive to other dogs and people and never ever aggressive. Mel does not have a mean bone in her body. That being said, make sure that you research this dog breed thoroughly before committing to taking her into your home for the rest of your life as she will get very attached to you and your family and will probably be very protective of you.
She is eager to learn, to please her people, to love, to play and as she gains trust and confidence, I have no doubt you are going to have one spectacular dog on your hands that you can not imagine life without.
We have had her with big dogs, small dogs, old dogs, cats, puppies and kids and she is amazing with them all. Give Mel a chance! You won’t regret it.
Approved adopters please send your hold requests to the email you were given.
To get approved please visit our website www.texaschihuahuarescuecanada.org to fill in an application to adopt.
