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last posted on 12/03/25 by
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Male Dog, Belgian Shepherd Malinois
Belgian Shepherd Malinois (Medium Coat)
Description:
This dog is on our `Call to Action` list because his handlers are limited to our most skilled staff and volunteers. This level of handling is necessary for the safety of the dog, volunteers, and staff - but it also means his opportunities for enrichment and social interaction are unfortunately restricted. The need for skilled handling stems from a bite incident that occurred while he was being returned to his kennel. Based on the context and behavior observed, the bite is believed to have been a redirected response - a stress-driven reaction commonly seen in high-arousal shelter environments, rather than an intentional attempt to harm.We have taken steps to reduce the likelihood of this happening again, including modifying handling protocols and minimizing exposure to known stressors. However, the shelter environment continues to create significant strain for him, and remaining here increases the risk of repeated incidents.For the safety of the dog, volunteers, and staff - and to give him the best chance to decompress and succeed - we urgently need a foster or rescue placement. A calm, stable home setting will allow him to de-escalate, lower his arousal, and show his true behavior more reliably than what we are seeing in the shelter. While we work hard to find him a successful placement, we also welcome additional trained volunteers who are comfortable stepping in to help handle him.
