[Jim]

5 months ago I adopted Libby, a 2 1/2 yo Mal from ABMR, American Belgian Malinois Rescue, an excellent organization ($350). I am retired, widowed and live on a small farm in W. TN so she has plenty of room to roam. I had met several Mals beforehand and did a lot of research on line but this did not prepare me for the full force of a Mal. She is very friendly, not aggressive but is like a 60 lb puppy, a bull in a china shop. Very intelligent, very resourceful. Gets along with my two Jack Russel Terriers. High ball drive, high toy drive. Loves to play tug and ball fetch. No food or treat aggression.

Her recent accomplish – drinks from toilet, learned how open doors (lever handles), excellent recall, when outside stays within eye sight, has destroyed – two kleenex boxes, 1 pr shoes, oven mitt, one throw pillow, etc. Don’t know if she would protect me if a stranger attacked. She has some MH issues – spinning, ADAHADOG but we are working on these issues. Right now all three doggos are takin their afternoon naps. I have learned the hard way Libby needs to go out 1 – 3 times per day for about 15 min each session or she gets rambunctious inside. Then she comes in and flops. Would I do it again – absolutely! Just remember each dog has a different personality. Not every Mal has a strong toy drive. Some don’t tolerate small dogs. They are demanding to own and train but well worth the effort. Recommend a breeder with a strong reputation or a quality rescue organization specializing in Mals like ABMR.