Belgian Shepherd Malinois Dogs Available for Adoption

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Charlotte Needs a Foster or Adopter by 3/21/26 to Secure Her Ride to Wisconsin

Charlotte is currently at a kill shelter in Georgia and needs a foster or adopter to secure her spot
on the 3/21/26 transport to Cedarburg, WI with Mutt Life Dog Rescue. A committed and qualified
home is required for her to make the trip.

Meet Charlotte.
She is a stunning 1–2 year old Belgian Malinois who somehow ended up as a
stray. No microchip, no one looking for her — which is hard to believe once you meet her. From
the very beginning, she has been electric: smart, intense, and deeply focused. She’s the kind of
dog who locks eyes with you as if she’s waiting for direction, ready to take on whatever task you
give her. Athletic and incredibly intelligent, she embodies exactly what this working breed was
designed to be.

Shortly after arriving at the shelter, Charlotte tested positive for parvo. Treatment began
immediately, and there were days when her survival was uncertain. She was weak and listless,
fighting a tough battle. One day, while she lay resting, we handed her a tennis ball. If you know
Malinois, you understand what that means. Her eyes lit up, her tail moved, and the spark
returned. From that moment forward, she fought — and she won. Charlotte beat parvo and
medically cleared, ready for her next chapter.

However, Charlotte is not a beginner’s dog. She is not suited for a casual pet home. She is a
high-drive working dog who requires structure, leadership, and daily mental and physical
engagement. After being confined during her treatment and recovery, kennel life is beginning to
frustrate her. That frustration is not a flaw in her temperament — it is a reflection of her drive and
need for purpose. She needs consistent training, outlets for her energy, and a clear job to do.

We will require any potential adopter to have prior Belgian Malinois or working dog experience
and provide references. Charlotte must go to someone who understands the breed’s intensity,
work ethic, and training needs. She would excel in agility, scent work, detection, advanced
obedience, or with an experienced handler seeking a dedicated working partner. She needs
someone confident, structured, and committed to continuing her development.

Charlotte survived parvo and fought hard to live. Now she needs an experienced, capable
handler to give her the mission she deserves.

Age: 1–2 years
Gender: Female
Weight: 50 lbs
Breed: Belgian Malinois
Spayed/Neutered: Scheduled
Heartworm: Negative
Potty Trained: Not sure
Crate Trained: Not sure
Leash Manners: Working on it

Good with Dogs: Not tested yet, likely yes
Good with Cats: Not tested
Good with Kids: Not tested

If you have Malinois experience and are ready for a driven, brilliant working dog, Charlotte is
waiting.
Please apply today:
www.muttlife.org
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Adoption fees include the cost of spay/neuter procedure, up-to-date dewormer, vaccinations, heartworm prevention (age appropriate), and certified veterinarian inspection within 30 days of adoption.
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Review adoption requirements and ensure you meet the necessary criteria to apply!

https://www.muttlife.org/adoption-policies
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ADOPTION PROCESS:
1.) Apply: Fill out an adoption application completely and submit all necessary documents.

2.) Application Decision: approved applicants will be notified via phone call and email.

3.) Foster-to-Adopt Trial Period: After approval, you have the opportunity to do a meet and greet and bring your dog home! You get a 5-day foster-to-adopt (FTA) period to make sure it's the right fit.

4.) Final Decision: By the end of the FTA period, please let us know your final decision to adopt or return the dog to our rescue.

5.) Home Visit: After the adoption process, we conduct a home visit either in person or via Zoom meeting to ensure that everything is going well with the transition and to answer any final questions you may have.

6.) Neuter/spay for puppies: for dogs who are not fixed at the time of adoption, we will reimburse for the procedure once we receive proof of spay/neuter. The procedure MUST be done at HAWS Snip Clinic in Waukesha, WI, or Wisconsin Community Veterinarian Center in Madison, WI. If you would like to go through your veterinarian or another location, we will reimburse $150 once we receive proof of the procedure. We recommend spay/neuter around 6 months old.

**Note: Adoptions are not considered final until the dog is neutered/spayed if applicable**

The Belgian Shepherd Malinois is a versatile and intelligent working dog breed known for its agility, loyalty, and protective nature. Originating from Belgium, these medium-sized dogs have a distinctive short coat in shades of fawn with a black mask. Malinois excel in various roles such as military, police, search and rescue, and as loyal family companions. With proper training and socialization, the Belgian Shepherd Malinois thrives on mental stimulation and physical activity to channel its high energy levels effectively.