Belgian Shepherd Malinois Dogs Available for Adoption in Columbia, Illinois

Neo is new at Helping Strays and we are currently getting to know him. He is a high energy, happy dog who is very friendly, playful, and strong. Neo interacts well with other dogs, cats, and children. He is both house trained and crate trained. Neo would make a wonderful companion for an active household and is ready to meet his future family.

Neo is one year old and weighs 59 pounds.

All pets are microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and will be altered prior to adoption. If you are interested in meeting a dog, please stop by the shelter during open hours. Dogs may be in a foster home, therefore scheduling an appointment is recommended. If you have an existing dog at home, we recommend bringing it along to meet your possible new family member.
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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.

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