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mild upper respiratory infection and an ear infection, so he wasn’t feeling his best. As he’s started feeling better with medication, we’ve gotten to watch more and more of his personality shine through. Every day he seems happier, more playful, and more comfortable showing us exactly who he is.
First things first…
Chase is absolutely obsessed with BALL.
Tennis balls, rubber balls, squeaky balls—if it’s round and can be thrown, Chase is all in. He’ll entertain himself with other toys, but nothing compares to his beloved ball.
Despite being a senior, Chase is still impressively athletic. He loves running, playing fetch, and spending time with his foster dog siblings.
One of our favorite things about Chase is that he’s the perfect balance of active and relaxed.
Outside? Adventure buddy.
Inside? Professional couch napper.
At only about 55 pounds, he’s a surprisingly compact little Mal who fits comfortably into most homes. His travel kennel is only 36", but at home he appreciates a roomy 42–48" kennel with an orthopedic bed where he can stretch out like the distinguished gentleman he is.
Chase is very dog-friendly, and we truly think he would thrive as an addition to an existing dog family rather than as an only dog. He seems happiest and most secure with canine companions around.
He also absolutely loves:
Car rides
Pup cup runs
Meeting new people
Tagging along for errands
If there’s an opportunity to hop in the car and go somewhere with his person, Chase is ready to be your co-pilot.
Chase already has some training under his belt that we’re currently refreshing. He’s eager to please, loves learning, and would make an excellent “beginner Malinois” for someone interested in the breed but not looking for the intensity of puppy behaviors or a very high-drive dog.
He’s active when it’s time to play—but perfectly content to settle down and relax at home.
Chase could thrive in a home with children ages 5+ who understand respectful interactions and boundaries. He previously lived with children and has shown very positive reactions to kids we’ve encountered in public.
And now… the cat update
Chase originally assumed the resident cats were going to become his new best friends.
The cats had other opinions.
After receiving a few well-earned swats from tiny clawed supervisors, Chase has decided cats may not actually be that exciting after all
He currently lives successfully with four indoor cats with very different personalities, but we still recommend supervision and caution—especially around shy, skittish, or fast-moving cats. Barn cats remain a bit too tempting, and he may still want to chase. He is not a dog we would leave unsupervised with cats.
The one management note for Chase is around food.
We recommend feeding separately and avoiding high-value chews around other animals and children. Chase likes his meals to himself and may communicate that preference. We wouldn’t describe him as a serious resource guarder—just an older gentleman who appreciates personal snack boundaries.
Chase is a sweet, quiet, affectionate, goofy boy who wants nothing more than:
A ball to chase
A car ride with his favorite human
A couch to nap on
Animal siblings to play with
A family to love
If you’re looking for a loyal companion with plenty of life left to live—but without the chaos of puppyhood—Chase may just be your perfect match. These seniors deserve the best after all!
Chase, located in CA - almost 8 yr old senior with still a LOT to give!
We cannot wait to hear all about your new adventures, sweet boy!
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 petstablished/adoption_form/24689/generic.
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