Meet Rito, an energetic and loyal Belgian Malinois seeking his forever home. At 5 years old and 65 pounds, this neutered male has transitioned well since being rescued from the South LA shelter. Rito's goofy personality shines through in his playful antics, including playfully carrying his food bowl around. He thrives on structure and is eager to please, making him a joy to train. As a working breed, Rito requires an experienced adopter familiar with high-energy dogs. He needs a home with older teens or adults, plenty of physical activity, and mental challenges to keep him engaged. Rito is dog-friendly if introduced properly and excels in a calm yet stimulating environment. While he isn’t a protection dog, he has the potential to shine in agility or scent work. Rito is currently located in Santa Monica, CA, and is available for adoption throughout California and the Pacific Northwest. If you think you can keep up with this energetic pup, let's get started on the adoption process!