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Nova

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Belgian Shepherd / Malinois

About Nova

Northlake, IL

Breed

Belgian Shepherd / Malinois

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)
Coat: Short
Bicolor

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Nova’s Compatibility

    This pet has good compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Nova's Story

🖤🛡️ WHO NOVA IS 🛡️🖤<br/><br/>Nova is a 5–6-year-old Belgian Malinois mama — strong, athletic, stunning, and overflowing with love.<br/>She is potty trained, walks nicely on leash, and is very active. She may need a short warm-up period, but once she trusts you, she becomes insanely affectionate and deeply bonded.<br/><br/>She doesn’t just want a home — she wants a family.<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>🚨❤️ HER STORY ❤️🚨<br/><br/>Nova was saved from Alabama, where she was left in foster care for an extended period. We were asked to step in and take over — and we did.<br/>She is safe now, loved deeply, and ready for her next chapter.<br/><br/>Letting her go is hard — but finding her the right home matters more.<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>🏡⚡ IDEAL HOME FOR NOVA ⚡🏡<br/><br/>✅ Active individual or family<br/>✅ Dog-savvy home<br/>✅ Another older, calm dog preferred<br/>❌ No cats (she will chase & bark)<br/>❌ No small dogs (she mostly ignores them, but we prefer to avoid risk)<br/><br/>Nova needs structure, movement, affection, and purpose.<br/>She will thrive with someone who includes her in life — not leaves her behind.<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>💖🐕 WHY NOVA IS SPECIAL 🐕💖<br/><br/>✨ Extremely loving & affectionate<br/>✨ Loyal once bonded<br/>✨ Social, engaged, and people-focused<br/>✨ A true companion dog<br/><br/>She is not disposable.<br/>She is not a project.<br/>She is a once-in-a-lifetime soul.<br/><br/>⸻<br/><br/>📌🔥 FOSTER OR ADOPT NOVA 🔥📌<br/><br/>📝 Foster Application:<br/>https://form.jotform.com/232924707557161<br/><br/>📝 Adoption Application:<br/>https://form.jotform.com/232924417544155<br/><br/>📞 Call or Text ONLY: 847-727-9608<br/><br/>🙏 Please share.<br/>Nova’s people are out there — let’s help them find her. 🐾💙

🖤🛡️ WHO NOVA IS 🛡️🖤

Nova is a 5–6-year-old Belgian Malinois mama — strong, athletic, stunning, and overflowing with love.
She is potty trained, walks nicely on leash, and is very active. She may need a short warm-up period, but once she trusts you, she becomes insanely affectionate and deeply bonded.

She doesn’t just want a home — she wants a family.



🚨❤️ HER STORY ❤️🚨

Nova was saved from Alabama, where she was left in foster care for an extended period. We were asked to step in and take over — and we did.
She is safe now, loved deeply, and ready for her next chapter.

Letting her go is hard — but finding her the right home matters more.



🏡⚡ IDEAL HOME FOR NOVA ⚡🏡

✅ Active individual or family
✅ Dog-savvy home
✅ Another older, calm dog preferred
❌ No cats (she will chase & bark)
❌ No small dogs (she mostly ignores them, but we prefer to avoid risk)

Nova needs structure, movement, affection, and purpose.<

🖤🛡️ WHO NOVA IS 🛡️🖤

Nova is a 5–6-year-old Belgian Malinois mama — strong, athletic, stunning, and overflowing with love.
She is potty trained, walks nicely on leash, and is very active. She may need a short warm-up period, but once she trusts you, she becomes insanely affectionate and deeply bonded.

She doesn’t just want a home — she wants a family.



🚨❤️ HER STORY ❤️🚨

Nova was saved from Alabama, where she was left in foster care for an extended period. We were asked to step in and take over — and we did.
She is safe now, loved deeply, and ready for her next chapter.

Letting her go is hard — but finding her the right home matters more.



🏡⚡ IDEAL HOME FOR NOVA ⚡🏡

✅ Active individual or family
✅ Dog-savvy home
✅ Another older, calm dog preferred
❌ No cats (she will chase & bark)
❌ No small dogs (she mostly ignores them, but we prefer to avoid risk)

Nova needs structure, movement, affection, and purpose.
She will thrive with someone who includes her in life — not leaves her behind.



💖🐕 WHY NOVA IS SPECIAL 🐕💖

✨ Extremely loving & affectionate
✨ Loyal once bonded
✨ Social, engaged, and people-focused
✨ A true companion dog

She is not disposable.
She is not a project.
She is a once-in-a-lifetime soul.



📌🔥 FOSTER OR

How To Adopt

Nova was listed as ADOPTABLE by Dog is My Shepherd
How can I adopt Nova?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Dog is My Shepherd. 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 Nova 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 Dog is My Shepherd for details on the pet.
When can I meet Nova?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Dog is My Shepherd will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Nova, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Dog is My Shepherd, and they'll be happy to help!

Nova is from Dog is My Shepherd

[Northlake, IL]

Our Mission
Dog is my shepherd is an Illinois 501c(3) tax exempt charitable organization all breed rescue that is Licensed and Foster based !! ?Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals in crisis through creating a volunteer community to provide direct care, rehabilitation, education, fostering and adoption for animals...
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