Meet Bodie, the remarkable 2-year-old Belgian Malinois with a heart bursting with curiosity and a spirit full of adventure! 🐕💖 This handsome fella needs a loving home where he can stretch those muscular legs, embrace some mental challenges with regular obedience training, and indulge in spirited games of tug-of-war! Plus, he absolutely adores chasing after toys and will fill your world with boundless energy and tail wags that could brighten any day! 🎉✨ Why is Bodie such a fantastic find? Let’s take a closer look at his incredible qualities: - **Tug-of-war champion:** Trust me, he knows how to drop that rope on cue to earn his well-deserved rewards! 🎾 - **Squeaky toy enthusiast:** He’s obsessed with those squeaky gems but is more than willing to trade them for some delicious treats! 😋 - **Training superstar:** Bodie knows all the important commands — sit, down, come, and heel (with an auto sit!). He’s also mastered release cues like “Free” and “Yes!” - **Gentle treat-taker:** This sweet boy is incredibly respectful when it comes to snacks; he takes them with such enthusiasm, but he always uses his lips, not his teeth! 🥰 - **Affectionate and friendly:** He’s instantly loving to new people, showering them with his charming personality! 🤗 - **Calm around other dogs:** If you have dog friends, no problem! Bodie has shown he’s calm around other dogs through fences in the shelter and will likely thrive with appropriate introductions! 🎈 - **Ideal foster home:** He’d do best with someone who has some experience with his breed and ideally no small kids or dog-savvy older kids. While he might be great with younger kiddos, it’s hard to test in a shelter setting. - **Nose work enthusiast:** With his drive and excellent sniffer, he’s a fantastic candidate for nose work or even search and rescue! 🕵️‍♂️ Bodie is a dream come true for any Malinois lover. He’s eager to learn, loves to please, and while he enjoys your company, he’s also independent and knows how to chill. 🤩 This incredible boy is currently under the care of MAD Rescue, which does not have a physical location in Michigan. Therefore, if you’ve fallen head over heels for Bodie and you’re located within 4 hours, be ready for a fun adventure to pick him up! 🚗💕 They also provide transport assistance up to 350 miles, ensuring Bodie finds his forever home! If you’re ready to add joy, laughter, and adventure to your life with this loving soulmate, *please apply to adopt Bodie through the Buddy App*! There's nothing holding you back from this beautiful experience!