Meet Dakota! This striking Belgian Malinois mix is an older puppy with brains, energy, and a whole lot of potential. Found as a stray, Dakota is now looking for a home that can keep up with his sharp mind and active body- and show him just how fulfilling life as a beloved companion can be.
Like many Malinois, Dakota is clever, driven, and always up for a challenge. He’s incredibly food-motivated and eager to learn, which makes him a fantastic candidate for positive reinforcement training. He’ll thrive in a home that can offer consistency, structure, and lots of enrichment, not just physical exercise, but mental stimulation too.
Breed-specific enrichment ideas like nose work, puzzle feeders, scent games, trick training, agility, or even learning basic working dog tasks will help keep Dakota happy and well-balanced. Without an outlet for his energy and intelligence, he may invent his own (less ideal!) ways to stay busy.
Dakota will need a family committed to helping him become the best version of himself- patient, proactive, and excited to build a strong bond through training and shared adventures. With your guidance, he’s sure to grow into a loyal, well-mannered, and pupstanding citizen!
Dakota
Age: 8 months old
Weight: 18 pounds
Sex: Male
Breed: Belgian Malinois/Mix
This sweet dog is available for viewing at the Calgary Humane Society! Interested adopters are welcome to self-schedule an adoption appointment using their online calendar here.
About this column:
Each week we feature animals available for adoption from local shelters in the Calgary area with the hopes that our readers will assist in finding good homes for them. If you, or someone you know, has the resources to take care of one of these animals, please do get in touch with the appropriate shelter via the links provided.
