Learning about different dog breeds can be a great way to educate yourself before bringing home a new BFF, but it’s also important to realize that breed standards can only predict so much.
You could meet a purebred Siberian Husky, for example, who is as calm and quiet as can be! Your dog won’t perform every behavior their breed is known for, and they may even look a little different than other dogs of the same breed. This is all normal, and it’s just another reason why dogs are each so special!
Belgian Malinois and German Shepherds may be known for their work ethic, high energy, and love of activity, but one lucky Florida radio host got to meet a sweet shelter pup who marches to the beat of her own drum.
Lucy is a beautiful young Shepherd mix waiting for a home at the Humane Society of Broward County, and Jade Alexander of Hits 97.3 hopes that their May 23 video helps the right person come her way.
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@humanebroward Four-year-old Lucy is the sweetest girl ever and she loved spending time with Jade Alexander from Hits 97.3 radio on her recent visit. She is very calm in her kennel and walks great on a leash. When she goes outside, she sometimes gets the zoomies and will want to run and play fetch. Lucy might even entertain herself by throwing a toy in the air. This Belgian Malinois mix is smart and knows sit, down and paw. Sadly, she was found abandoned, so we don't know about her past. Lucy was able to meet one of the other shelter dogs and they appeared to get along well. Can this gentle soul be part of your family? Oh, and Lucy might want to snuggle on the couch, so be sure you have room for her. To meet Lucy (ID A682833), or any other pet, visit http://www.humanebroward.com and complete the pre-adoption application. The adoption kennels open daily at 11 a.m. and the shelter is located at 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL. If you have any questions call 954-989-3977 ext. 6. 😊 Will you be the lucky family that takes this happy gal home? 💓 #rescuedog #shelterdog #adoptme #adoptdontshop #goodboy #fortlauderdale #florida #dogreels #reels #xlbully #americanbulldog #americanbully #instapet #dogs #dogoftheday #dogsofinstagram #dogshelter #animalshelter #instadog #instadaily #belgianmalinois #shepherdmix #sheltershepherd #calmdogs #mamapup ♬ original sound – Humane Society Broward County
What a precious girl! It seemed like it would be impossible to resist Lucy’s calming cuddles, and the smitten radio host confirmed my suspicions! Jade even said she’s the most “chill German Shepherd Belgian Malinois mix I have ever met in my life,” and that’s saying something.
This rescue advocate meets a lot of dogs! She makes weekly appearances on @humanebroward’s social media channels to meet shelter dogs just like Lucy, but she rarely lies down for cuddles like this!
Since four-year-old Lucy was found abandoned, not much is known about her life before she came to the shelter. But what shelter staff does know about her they absolutely love! She’s a very well-rounded dog who has no trouble staying calm in her kennel and running to her heart’s content outside. She’s known to entertain her friends with a few rounds of the zoomies or even by throwing her own toy to play!