Benny

Age: 8-10 months old
Sex: Male
Size: Medium
Leadership Experience: Strong
Good With Dogs: Yes
Good With Cats: No
Good With Children: Ages 13 and up

🐾💙 Meet Benny, an 8–10 month old Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart. This handsome young guy is full of life, curiosity, and that classic Malinois drive—he’s always ready to learn, play, and be part of the action.

From the moment you meet him, Benny makes his enthusiasm known. He greets people with excitement and quickly settles into affection, enjoying pets, head scratches, and even full-body hugs without hesitation. He’s confident, social, and thrives on interaction with his humans.

Benny already has a great foundation—he knows “sit” and “paw,” is highly food motivated, and loves toys (especially a good game of tug or fetch). He takes direction well and will excel with continued training and structure. Like many young working-breed dogs, he can be a little mouthy at times and will benefit from guidance as he matures.

He walks nicely on leash but is still learning his manners, so continued leash training will be important. Benny is also a high-energy pup who will need both physical exercise and mental stimulation to stay happy and balanced.

🐕 Dog-friendly: Yes, but prefers smaller dogs and will require a meet & greet
🐱 Cats: No cats for Benny
🦴 Food motivation: High (training dream!)
🎾 Favorite things: Toys, tug, fetch, and being with his people

Benny has shown no signs of food or object guarding and handled all handling tests with ease—even things like paw handling, tail touching, and vet-style exams. He’s a confident, resilient pup who just needs the right environment to thrive.

Because of his energy level and breed mix, Benny is looking for an experienced home familiar with Malinois or working breeds—someone ready to continue his training, provide structure, and help him reach his full potential.

If you’re ready for a loyal, intelligent, and fun-loving companion, Benny might just be your perfect match 🐾✨
📩 Apply to adopt Benny today!

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