I want to thank everyone who responded to my post regarding a search for a new dog.
I recently adopted an older Malinois through the ABMC Malinois Rescue organization. We are still in the 'honeymoon' phase but so far I couldn't be more excited about the prospects. This is my first rescue and my first Malinois.....
I have not lost my fondness for the German Shepherd and I know that there will be another one of those in my future.
This dog turns out to be a perfect match for my and my family's needs at this time. He is stable, good with other dogs, decent on obedience, great with kids.
I have a close family member who was diagnosed in the last few month with a terminal illness and ultimately I realized that I could not predict whether I would be able to devote all of the time to a puppy that would be needed over the next few years. SAR/puppy training is going to be temporarily delayed but I will continue to work with local SAR organizations so that when I can devote the required time to a SAR dog I will be further prepared.
This Malinois is well suited to go the therapy dog route. So both of us get to learn new skills, and maybe provide a benefit to others.
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