Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Needs experienced adopter,
House-trained,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Willow
Female | Belgian Malinois Mix
Willow is a smart, sensitive, and incredibly loyal girl looking for a patient, loving home where she can truly shine.
The good stuff (and there’s a lot):
• Potty trained and very routine-oriented
• Excellent house manners — when she’s free in the home, she’s an absolute angel
• Loves to follow her person around, relax on the couch, chew a bone, or sunbathe
• Sleeps through the night (and would happily sleep in bed with you!)
• Never tried to jump the fence
• Walks beautifully on leash and excels at loose-leash/heel work
• Neutral and calm around other animals (dogs, cats, chickens, birds, even cows!)
• Extremely smart and highly trainable — picks up new skills fast
• Would make an awesome hiking or running partner for someone active
Training & personality:
Willow thrives with structure and mental stimulation. She loves training and caught onto commands quickly, including sit with an automatic stay, down, patience at doors, and even “sit pretty.” She’s eager to work and clearly enjoys learning, making her a dream for someone who enjoys training and bonding through it.
With other dogs:
She enjoys playing with other dogs and can relax around them. She does show some mild resource guarding (food, toys, affection), such as growling or showing teeth, but it never escalated and was very manageable with supervision and boundaries. With continued training and the right home, this is something that can improve.
Crating & alone time:
Willow does best outside of a crate when her person is home. She can panic if crated and left alone, sometimes attempting to escape. When free in the house, she’s calm and well-behaved. A home willing to work on separation confidence or provide appropriate management would be ideal.
Important to know:
Willow is fearful of men. During her foster stay, she snapped at two men’s ankles (no broken skin), likely out of fear and wanting space. She is not aggressive, but she needs slow introductions, continued confidence-building, and an adopter who understands fearful dogs. She may do best in a female-led home or one committed to positive reinforcement training and gradual exposure.
The ideal home:
Willow would thrive with:
• A patient, experienced adopter
• Someone active who enjoys training and bonding
• A calm, structured environment
• Continued positive reinforcement and confidence-building
Willow is a loyal, loving dog who just needs the right person to help her feel safe and secure. In the right hands, she has the potential to be an incredible companion.
If you think Willow might be your girl, she’s ready to meet you.
