Meet Rito, our 5-year-old, 65-pound Belgian Malinois who is looking for his forever home! Rito is a smart, goofy, and loyal boy who was rescued from the South LA shelter. He's been thriving in foster care and training, and now he's ready for his next chapter. This lovable goofball carries his food bowl around like it's his emotional support item. He's intelligent, eager to please, and has a big personality that shines with the right guidance. Rito is house-trained, dog-friendly with proper introductions, and highly responsive to structure. As a true working breed, Rito needs someone experienced with high-drive dogs, preferably someone who understands the mental and physical demands of Belgian Malinois. He would thrive in a home that can keep up with his energy, challenge his mind, and maintain consistent boundaries. He's not a protection dog, but he has the potential to excel in activities like agility, advanced obedience, or scent work.
Ideal Home
Rito would do best in an adult-only home or a home with older, respectful teens. He needs an active lifestyle with daily physical exercise and mental enrichment. Experience with working breeds, especially Malinois or Shepherds, is preferred. He can be good with large dogs with proper introductions and would thrive in a calm and structured environment.
Ongoing Health
Rito is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and has no known health conditions.
Training & Support
Rito is house-trained and responds well to structure. He is dog-friendly with proper introductions. As a high-drive working breed, he benefits from consistent boundaries and mental stimulation.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- Visit wags.com to learn more and begin your application.
Transportation
Rito is currently located in La Center, Washington. He is available for adoption throughout California and the Pacific Northwest, with transportation options available.
