Meet Nipsey
Every neighborhood has one.
The retiree who peeks out the window every time someone walks by.
The guy who somehow knows exactly what's happening on every street.
The unofficial mayor.
Nipsey has that same energy.
At around 7 years old (or maybe a little wiser), this handsome Malinois mix believes it's his civic duty to know what everyone is doing at all times. Going to fill the water bowl? He's coming. Walking to the other side of the yard? He'll escort you. Talking to someone across the room? He'd like to attend that meeting too.
He's not being nosy...
Okay, he's absolutely being nosy.
But there's another reason he follows people wherever they go.
Not long ago, Nipsey had a family. They loved him, but life changed, and they could no longer care for him. Now he's being moved from kennel to kennel, room to room, surrounded by strangers. Somewhere along the way, he lost track of who "his people" are.
So now he quietly follows anyone who's kind enough to give him a glance, hoping maybe... just maybe... they're his next person.
Despite everything that's changed, Nipsey hasn't lost his sweet spirit. Shelter staff describe him as an incredibly gentle, curious old soul who simply wants to be included. He hasn't shown reactivity toward people or other dogs—just genuine curiosity about the world around him.
He's also highly food motivated, which is excellent news if you've ever dreamed of having someone who thinks you're the greatest chef on Earth for handing out a piece of kibble.
Toys? He'd rather pass.
At this stage in life, he'd much rather collect snacks, investigate whatever you're doing, and enjoy the simple things that come with finally feeling safe again.
Dogs like Nipsey break your heart in the quietest way.
He's not asking for adventures every weekend.
He's not asking to be the center of attention.
He's just looking for someone to follow home.
Nipsey deserves more than the echo of a shelter kennel. He deserves another couch, another family, another chance to spend his golden years knowing exactly who his people are.
Can you be the person Nipsey has been looking for?
Please consider fostering or adopting this sweet old gentleman through MAD Rescue. Helping him leave the shelter could truly save his life.
All MAD dogs come with a Fi Collar and 6 month subscription.
If you are interested in adopting this pet please complete an application at this link https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/24689/generic.
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We are an official 501c3 organization that does not have a physical location. Our home address is in Michigan, however, the majority of our dogs are not located in Michigan. The physical location of each dog is posted with the name of the pet or in the title area. If you are within 4 hours of the pet, please be prepared to pick the pet up. We do provide transport assistance up to 350 miles. The applicant must drive the remainder of the distance of the transport.
The basic information that we have available is in our posting, but sometimes fosters will post updates on the MAD Rescue Facebook page as well, https://www.facebook.com/groups/malinoisanddutchshepherdrescueinc.
If you would like to further inquire on this animal, please fill out this application. Applications that are completed in our process and being considered as a match will speak to the foster home to gain more information about our adoptable dog.
If you have questions about this pet please contact us at info@MADrescueinc.org.
You may also call our toll free number at 844-MAD-RESQ or 844-623-7377.
Additional information about all of our dogs for adoption can be located at our website MAD Rescue Inc.
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Belgian Shepherd Malinois
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Imlay City, Michigan
female, medium, adult
Belgian Shepherd Malinois
Imlay City, Michigan
