Belgian Shepherd Malinois (short coat) : : Female (spayed) : : Adult : : Medium
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Echo is located in Michigan.
Echo loves people. She loves men. She loves women. She loves strangers. She loved the staff at the vet's office!
Echo is a 1 - 1.5 year old spayed female located in Michigan. She loves snuggling in your lap, bringing you toys, and being petted. She even loves people more than a meaty bone. This girl will do anything for your affection. She is very social, and is confident without aggression.
Echo wants to be around people. She'll go in a crate if you ask, but she'd rather be at your feet or on the couch. She'll keep a watchful eye on you, just in case you need anything, like a check-in or to play a game of tug. While you're busy she entertains herself by piling all her toys on around her spot.
Echo has been on crate rest but will be released soon and is eager to let her Malinois flag fly. She came into rescue after she was struck by a car and had to have a plate put in her leg. She limps a little but is still healing. The vet said that the hardware might have to be removed at some point in the future but for now everything is progressing well. She does have a foot that turns out slightly, but it seems like she was born that way.
What does that mean for Echo? Well, she is bored! After two days without walks she did eat her crate pad, but there haven't been any other destructive incidents. Echo likes doing nose work and is starting on birch scent. Her foster thinks that she would make a good barn hunter, or jogging partner. Sports with a lot of torque like flyball, or agility probably wouldn't be good choices for her leg. Right now Echo is busy demonstrating her top-notch snuggling skills and squeaking all the toys in her foster home.
Although you'll be smitten by Echo's dark face and glamorous fringed coat, you'll fall in love with her keen eye and intelligence. Treats are welcome, but Echo works best when you pay her in pets and praise. She knows how to sit, here, no, this way, uh-uh, potty, and raise her paw. She redirects easily with a soft voice, and when she's unsure or gets hand-shy, you can sweet talk her back into a happy wiggle.
Echo does need to learn some manners. She greets people and dogs by jumping on them. Because she can be over exuberant, she is not recommended for children under the age of ten. Other dogs generally don't appreciate her forward greeting style, so she would be best as an only dog.
Because of the crate rest instructions from the vet, it's hard to say what talents Echo will have when she is fully released. Her foster says that she expects to see medium to high drive, so daily exercise is a must. She also thinks that homes with small dogs, cats, etc. are probably not a good fit.
Echo also pulls on the leash and weaves a bit. It's hard to stay on course when there are so many smells to follow! And so many bugs to chase! Or it could just be that she's looking for toys since she likes to carry a stick when she walks. She will need some more training, but is so responsive that she will catch on quick. She might even be a candidate for competitive obedience - her foster is impressed with her intelligence and willingness to please.
Car rides are fun for this pup. She has a crate for travel, and when she first gets in she'll bark briefly to tell you "Let's GO!" As soon as you start moving, she settles down. She is definitely interested in cars on the road but her foster thinks that if you teach her to sit when the car passes that Echo will learn what's expected from her.
Her foster says that this "really, really, good girl" might be a good choice for a first time Malinois home. Her dream family might even have a teenager who would like to play ball with her and let her sleep on the bed. No matter where she goes, Echo is going to have a full heart to share with you.
For more information about Echo, please contact Valerie, malinoisrescuemichigan@yahoo.com
More about Echo
Sponsors: Coordinator - Valerie Lussier
Special Needs: hit by car, has had surgery, plate in leg
ABMR thanks you for taking the time to look at our malinois available for adoption.
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