IZZY - BELGIAN SHEPHERD MALINOIS (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Placerville, CA, 95667, USA
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IZZY - BELGIAN SHEPHERD MALINOIS (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Mutt Dogs For Adoption in Placerville, CA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
IZZY
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Adult
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Location
Placerville, CA, 95667 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Belgian Shepherd Malinois (medium coat). Meet Izzy â A Loyal Heart Looking for Her Person Izzy is a beautiful 4-year-old Belgian Malinois with a gentle soul and a heart full of love. Smart, kind, and affectionate, Izzy is the kind of dog who forms deep bonds with her people and simply wants to be part of the family. Izzy does wonderfully with children, enjoys the company of other dogs, and has lived peacefully around cats with proper introductions. If a cat runs, her instinct is to chase, but she has shown no desire to harm them. She has also done well around chickens to the best of our knowledge. Unlike the typical high-octane Malinois, Izzy is fairly easygoing. She enjoys spending time in the yard, walks nicely on leash, rides quietly in the car, and remains calm around other dogs without being reactive. She loves toys, treats, and most of all, being with her people. Izzyâs biggest challenge is separation anxiety. She thrives when she has companionship and does not do well being left alone for long periods. Because of this, she would be happiest with someone who works from home, is retired, or simply has the ability to spend much of the day with her. She cannot be left alone in an outdoor kennel and may destroy bedding when crated, although she has never damaged the crate itself. Being a true Belgian Malinois, Izzy is naturally protective and may bark at unfamiliar people. While she may alert you when strangers arrive, she is not aggressive. Once she realizes everything is okay, her sweet and loving personality shines through. Unfortunately, Izzy does not show her best side in the shelter kennel. The stress of kennel life, combined with her tendency to bark at strangers, can make her seem intimidating to people walking by. Those who know her, however, know that she is a wonderful dog with so much love to give. We encourage interested adopters to ask staff to meet Izzy outside of her kennel, where her affectionate, loyal, and easygoing personality truly shines. Izzy is looking for a family that understands that her desire to be close isnât a flawâitâs simply who she is. In return, she will reward you with unwavering loyalty, endless affection, and a devoted companion who wants nothing more than to share lifeâs adventures by your side. If youâre looking for a smart, loving best friend who will happily accompany you through your days, Izzy may be the perfect match.
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium -
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Organization name
El Dorado County Animal Services - Placerville
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Location:
Placerville, California, 95667 USAUSA
Breed overview
Overview:
A mongrel, mutt, or mixed-breed dog, is a dog that is not the result of breeding within an existing breed or to modify or create a breed and belongs to no breed. In the United States, the term "mixed-breed" is a favored synonym over "mongrel" among many who wish to avoid negative connotations associated with the latter term. The implication that such dogs must be a mix of defined breeds may stem from an inverted understanding of the origins of dog breeds. Pure breeds have been, for the most part, artificially created from random-bred populations by human selective breeding with the purpose of enhancing desired physical, behavioral, or temperamental characteristics. Dogs that are not purebred are not necessarily a mix of such defined breeds. Therefore, among experts and fans of such dogs, "Mongrel" is still the preferred term.
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