Bianca15(switch female)
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5 years ago •
Jul 9, 2019
5 years ago •
Jul 9, 2019
This is kind of fun, and something I've kind of thought about. I have loved and had working line GSD's for a number of years. However, I got my first malinois in January. I had trained with others that had them for a few years, and just became more aware of the fact that they are a breed I could really enjoy.
Since getting my girl, I've realized how much this breed is for me. And it's because we are so similar in a lot of ways. I always say I don't like dogs that dawdle, and my Mal DEFINITELY does not dawdle! But the reason I don't like that is because it isn't in my nature. When I decide I want to do something, I get it done, and I do it with passion and drive. I also have a hard time handling boredom, and depending on my mood, relaxing can be difficult. Many people state that mals are "stubborn", but I've never found that at all. The only way I can think they could be termed stubborn, is if you are trying to work with them in a way that is contrary to their instinct, or trying to fight their natural personality. And I'm much the same way, if something is my idea, it's getting done, but if you try to force it on me, then we're going to have a problem. We're both quite affectionate and/or caring with the people we really love, but mostly standoffish with strangers (although my dog is quite social, because that was a quality I specifically searched for). We both NEED a job, something to focus our energy and drive on. Also, and I probably shouldn't say this, we both have a tendency to bite first, and ask questions later. 🤣
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