Mama Bear - Belgian Shepherd Malinois and Black Mouth Cur Dog for Adoption in New Orleans, Louisiana

When Mama Bear arrived at Take Paws Rescue with her newborn puppies, she was barely hanging on. She was severely underweight, covered in fleas and ticks, suffering from hemorrhagic diarrhea, and doing everything she could to care for her babies despite having almost nothing left to give. Still just a puppy herself, Bear never stopped putting her little family first.

As Mama Bear slowly began to heal, her puppies started to thrive. Then everything changed.

The family was hit with a devastating parasite burden that left several puppies fighting for their lives. Despite every effort to save him, we heartbreakingly lost little Smokey. Soon after, Yogi became critically ill and was rushed to the emergency veterinarian, where he required hospitalization, extensive diagnostics, IV fluids, medications, and around-the-clock care. There were moments when we weren't sure he would make it.

Thankfully, Yogi beat the odds. He returned home to Mama Bear and his siblings, Baloo, Paddington and Winnie the Pooh. Today he is growing stronger every day. With proper nutrition, excellent veterinary care, and an abundance of love, all of Mama Bear's remaining puppies are now thriving.
Soon, her babies will leave the nest to begin lives with families of their own.

And for the first time in her young life, Mama Bear will have the chance to be someone's baby.

Mama Bear deserves nothing less than the wonderful life she's never known. She is affectionate, incredibly intelligent, eager to please, and learns new commands with impressive speed. She is wonderful with people of all ages and gets along beautifully with other dogs. While she hasn't been tested with cats, we think she would likely do well with a proper introduction.
Bear can be a little timid when meeting new people, a reminder of the life she left behind. She may cower at first, but once she realizes she is safe and loved, she will become your most loyal shadow and steadfast companion. She is housebroken, comfortable in a crate but doesn't require one, and happiest simply being by your side.

Too often, the adorable puppies are adopted quickly while the devoted mama is left waiting. We hope that won't be Bear's story.
She has spent her entire life putting everyone else first. Now it's her turn to be chosen.

Mama Bear will be up to date on her vaccinations, microchipped, and spayed before adoption. All she needs now is a family willing to see beyond her past and recognize the extraordinary dog she has always been.
Could that family be yours?

PLEASE READ BELOW:

If you are interested in meeting and/or adopting, the first step is to complete an application and read all of our FAQs:

https://www.takepawsrescue.org/adopt

Please note: Information to determine if you might be a match for one of our animals can only be found on our application.
*An inquiry, questions or introduction through Petfinder is NOT an application*
All known details about our animals are posted on their profile and updated daily. Other info will be discussed in detail with the foster during the application review process. Due to the high volume of introductions/questions received we ask you to submit an application (that application can be used for any dog with Take Paws Rescue).

The adoption fee for adult dogs covers age appropriate vaccinations, microchip, spay/neuter if not yet performed, heartworm test & appropriate heartworm treatment by the rescue's vet. All dogs in our care are also kept up-to-date on HW/Flea Prevention.
For more on this, or for additional information, including the adoption process and our adoption fee scale for all our adoptable pets (including an explanation about Benefactor Dogs), please see our FAQs page:

https://www.takepawsrescue.org/faq

Any breed labels used by Take Paws Rescue, its employees/volunteers, or on vet records provided cannot be guaranteed. Breed labels are given based on information obtained during intake and/or best guesses based on appearance and/or temperament of the dogs and Take Paws Rescue gives no assurance to the accuracy of these labels. Labels are necessary for postings to many animal networking sites, such as our website, Chewy, Pet Finder, and others. These are in no way a guarantee. Additionally, exact age and potential size cannot be guaranteed.

***Take Paws Rescue, based in New Orleans, saves dogs from high-kill shelters across the South, owner surrenders, and discarded dogs with uncertain futures. All of our animals live in foster homes where they are socialized and well cared for. An application will be required to make sure it's the perfect match!

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.

The Black Mouth Cur is a versatile and intelligent hunting dog known for its strong work ethic and loyalty. Originating in the southern United States, these medium to large sized dogs are muscular and athletic. Their distinctive feature is the black mask on their muzzle, giving them their name. Black Mouth Curs excel in various tasks such as hunting, herding, and guarding, making them ideal companions for active families looking for a versatile and devoted canine.

The mission of Take Paws Rescue is to meet the moral obligation to protect and save the lives of pets...