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Mali

  • Young
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Mixed Breed

About Mali

Effingham, IL

Breed

Mixed Breed

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Brindle

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Athletic, Friendly, Curious, Loves, Loyal, Playful
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Mali’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$130

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Mali's Story

PERFECT GIRL. PERFECT SIZE. PERFECT TIMING. <br/>Meet Mali — 11 months old and 25 pounds of absolute yes.<br/>Not too big.<br/>Not too small.<br/>Not too anything except just right. <br/>Mali is living her best foster life right now and absolutely thriving. She’s fully housebroken, settling into routines beautifully, and showing everyone just how special she is. She’s already spayed and fully vetted, so she’s ready to pack her little suitcase and head home.<br/>And she’s going to stay this size. Twenty-five pounds of adventure buddy, couch companion, car ride co-pilot perfection.<br/><br/>Why Mali Is the Total Package <br/>*Dog-friendly and would love a playful canine sibling<br/>*Cat-tolerant — curious and may chase<br/>*Play is her love language<br/>*Smart, eager, and highly trainable<br/>*Fully housebroken and doing great with structure<br/><br/>Now let’s talk real life. Mali is still a puppy. A bright, joyful, sometimes “I forgot my manners for a second” puppy.<br/>She can be a little pushy around food, so she needs to be fed separately. And her enthusiasm is Olympic-level when she’s excited, which means no young children — not because she’s mean, but because she’s bouncy and doesn’t yet understand her own sparkle.<br/>What she needs is consistency. Guidance. Someone who enjoys shaping a young dog and watching them blossom into something amazing.<br/>Mali doesn’t need a perfect home.<br/>She needs a committed one.<br/>A home that laughs at zoomies.<br/>A home that keeps training treats in their pocket.<br/>A home that looks at 25 pounds of happy wiggles and says, “Yep. That’s ours.”<br/>If you’ve been waiting for the right size, the right age, the right personality… she’s right here.

PERFECT GIRL. PERFECT SIZE. PERFECT TIMING.
Meet Mali — 11 months old and 25 pounds of absolute yes.
Not too big.
Not too small.
Not too anything except just right.
Mali is living her best foster life right now and absolutely thriving. She’s fully housebroken, settling into routines beautifully, and showing everyone just how special she is. She’s already spayed and fully vetted, so she’s ready to pack her little suitcase and head home.
And she’s going to stay this size. Twenty-five pounds of adventure buddy, couch companion, car ride co-pilot perfection.

Why Mali Is the Total Package
*Dog-friendly and would love a playful canine sibling
*Cat-tolerant — curious and may chase
*Play is her love language
*Smart, eager, and highly trainable
*Fully housebroken and doing great with structure

Now let’s talk real life. Mali is still a puppy. A bright, joyful, sometimes “I forgot my manners for a second” puppy.
She can be a little pushy around food, so she needs to b

PERFECT GIRL. PERFECT SIZE. PERFECT TIMING.
Meet Mali — 11 months old and 25 pounds of absolute yes.
Not too big.
Not too small.
Not too anything except just right.
Mali is living her best foster life right now and absolutely thriving. She’s fully housebroken, settling into routines beautifully, and showing everyone just how special she is. She’s already spayed and fully vetted, so she’s ready to pack her little suitcase and head home.
And she’s going to stay this size. Twenty-five pounds of adventure buddy, couch companion, car ride co-pilot perfection.

Why Mali Is the Total Package
*Dog-friendly and would love a playful canine sibling
*Cat-tolerant — curious and may chase
*Play is her love language
*Smart, eager, and highly trainable
*Fully housebroken and doing great with structure

Now let’s talk real life. Mali is still a puppy. A bright, joyful, sometimes “I forgot my manners for a second” puppy.
She can be a little pushy around food, so she needs to be fed separately. And her enthusiasm is Olympic-level when she’s excited, which means no young children — not because she’s mean, but because she’s bouncy and doesn’t yet understand her own sparkle.
What she needs is consistency. Guidance. Someone who enjoys shaping a young dog and watching them blossom into something amazing.
Mali doesn’t need a perfect home.
She needs a committed one

Consider Mali for adoption?

How To Adopt

Mali was listed as ADOPTABLE by Effingham County Animal Control
How can I adopt Mali?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Effingham County Animal Control. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Mali is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Effingham County Animal Control for details on the pet.
When can I meet Mali?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Effingham County Animal Control will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Mali, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Effingham County Animal Control, and they'll be happy to help!
Effingham County Animal Control's Adoption Policy
If you are interested in adopting one of our animals, please call 217-347-5695, stop by our shelter at 701 E. Eiche Street, Effingham, IL., or email us at animalcontrol@co.effingham.il.us to request an adoption application. DOGS: $130 and that includes spay/neuter, microchip, and rabies shot CATS: $65 and that includes spay/neuter, microchip and rabies shot

Mali is from Effingham County Animal Control

[Effingham, IL]

Our Mission
We are the animal control facility located in Effingham IL. Our hope is to adopt as many pets as possible, but also to reunite as many lost animals with their owners.
Today's hours: 7:30 to 4
Visits by appointment only
Location
701 E. Eiche Ave. Effingham, IL, 62401

Consider Mali for adoption?