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Woody

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large
  • Belgian Shepherd / Malinois

About Woody

Houston , TX

Breed

Belgian Shepherd / Malinois

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Large
(61-100 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes

Woody’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.

Adoption Fee

$500

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Woody's Story

Located in Houston!! <br/> Are you looking for a sporty dog!!!??? Woody is your guy! Woody would love a home that is VERY active. Running buddy, sports, hiking, camping etc. He adores his humans and will love to have a home that will teach him new and fun things to do. <br/><br/>🐾 Meet Woody — the high-energy, big-hearted Malinois who’s always ready for action and affection! 🌟🐶<br/>This handsome boy is the perfect blend of athletic, goofy, cuddly, and clever. Woody lives life at full speed — whether he’s sprinting for a frisbee, exploring the yard, or melting into you for snuggles, he puts his whole heart into everything he does. If you want a loyal companion who brings excitement, joy, and endless laughter, Woody is your guy.<br/><br/>⚡ Personality & Energy<br/><br/>Full of enthusiasm, curiosity, and adventure<br/><br/>Loves having company — happiest when people or pups are nearby<br/><br/>Needs healthy outlets for his energy (jobs, activities, structured play)<br/><br/>Very interactive and happy when meeting new people and animals<br/><br/>🐾 Interactions & Household Fit<br/><br/>Best suited for a home without cats<br/><br/>Prefers older kids/teens and adults<br/><br/>Fostered with both small and big dogs — does great and enjoys their company<br/><br/>Stays close to his humans — a loyal shadow companion<br/><br/>Heads up: If a fence is eye-level, he can clear it!<br/><br/>🎾 Favorite Activities<br/><br/>Woody is the ultimate adventure buddy!<br/>He loves:<br/><br/>Frisbee & ball games<br/><br/>Toys of all kinds<br/><br/>Walks & hikes<br/><br/>Running & climbing<br/><br/>Digging (with permission!)<br/><br/>Car rides<br/><br/>And of course... cuddling after all the play<br/><br/>🍖 Motivations & Training<br/><br/>Full-time foodie — treat motivated and eager to learn<br/><br/>Heavy chewer — needs durable chews and enrichment<br/><br/>Working on potty training<br/><br/>Knows: sit, stay, come, wait<br/><br/>Walks beautifully on leash with a natural heel<br/><br/>Crate trained — may whine if he can see people, but settles nicely once alone<br/><br/>Very alert with prey, but listens well and can be called off reliably<br/><br/>🚙 Manners & Behaviors<br/><br/>Great in the car<br/><br/>Easy during vet visits<br/><br/>Counter surfer — proud snack scout<br/><br/>Experiences mild separation anxiety at first, but settles quickly in his crate and relaxes<br/><br/>🏡 Perfect Home<br/><br/>Woody will thrive in a:<br/><br/>High-activity home that loves adventure<br/><br/>Family or individual who includes him in daily exercise<br/><br/>Household with another playful dog, though not required<br/><br/>Environment with secure, tall fencing<br/><br/>Home that appreciates a smart working breed and enjoys training<br/><br/>💛 Endearing Traits<br/><br/>Loves to lean into you — and sometimes fully collapse on you — during pets<br/><br/>Sweet, goofy, and deeply affectionate<br/><br/>A loyal companion who bonds strongly and melts for attention<br/><br/>Woody is brilliant, loving, fun, and full of life. He’s ready to be someone’s best friend, adventure buddy, and snuggle partner all in one. If you’re looking for a Malinois with spirit and heart, Woody can’t wait to meet you! 🐾💛✨<br/><br/>Available for transport within TX, OK, NM, CO, LA, and KS (adopter must meet transport at least halfway). We do prefer adopters pick up their new companion in person when possible.<br/><br/>📩 Interested in adopting or fostering?<br/>[info@txmalinoisalliance.com](mailto:info@txmalinoisalliance.com)<br/><br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14dRY7zLMg/?mibextid=wwXIfr<br/><br/>Adoption/Foster Application:<br/>https://www.txmalinoisalliance.com/adoption-application<br/><br/>Applications require references and a home inspection.

Located in Houston!!
Are you looking for a sporty dog!!!??? Woody is your guy! Woody would love a home that is VERY active. Running buddy, sports, hiking, camping etc. He adores his humans and will love to have a home that will teach him new and fun things to do.

🐾 Meet Woody — the high-energy, big-hearted Malinois who’s always ready for action and affection! 🌟🐶
This handsome boy is the perfect blend of athletic, goofy, cuddly, and clever. Woody lives life at full speed — whether he’s sprinting for a frisbee, exploring the yard, or melting into you for snuggles, he puts his whole heart into everything he does. If you want a loyal companion who brings excitement, joy, and endless laughter, Woody is your guy.

⚡ Personality & Energy

Full of enthusiasm, curiosity, and adventure

Loves having company — happiest when people or pups are nearby

Needs healthy outlets for his energy (jobs, activities, structured play)

Very interactive and happy when meeting new people

Located in Houston!!
Are you looking for a sporty dog!!!??? Woody is your guy! Woody would love a home that is VERY active. Running buddy, sports, hiking, camping etc. He adores his humans and will love to have a home that will teach him new and fun things to do.

🐾 Meet Woody — the high-energy, big-hearted Malinois who’s always ready for action and affection! 🌟🐶
This handsome boy is the perfect blend of athletic, goofy, cuddly, and clever. Woody lives life at full speed — whether he’s sprinting for a frisbee, exploring the yard, or melting into you for snuggles, he puts his whole heart into everything he does. If you want a loyal companion who brings excitement, joy, and endless laughter, Woody is your guy.

⚡ Personality & Energy

Full of enthusiasm, curiosity, and adventure

Loves having company — happiest when people or pups are nearby

Needs healthy outlets for his energy (jobs, activities, structured play)

Very interactive and happy when meeting new people and animals

🐾 Interactions & Household Fit

Best suited for a home without cats

Prefers older kids/teens and adults

Fostered with both small and big dogs — does great and enjoys their company

Stays close to his humans — a loyal shadow companion

Heads up: If a fence is eye-level, he can clear it!

🎾 Favorite Activities

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How To Adopt

Woody was listed as Adoptable by Texas Malinois Alliance Rescue
How can I adopt Woody?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Texas Malinois Alliance Rescue . 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 Woody 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 Texas Malinois Alliance Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Woody?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Texas Malinois Alliance Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Woody, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Texas Malinois Alliance Rescue , and they'll be happy to help!
Texas Malinois Alliance Rescue 's Adoption Policy
We are so very pleased that you have considered adopting one of our Belgian Malinois in need. Please take your time and answer each question the best you can so that we can get to know you, your family and your home. We take the welfare of our dogs very seriously; to be considered as an adopter the following items need to be agreed too: All dogs in the home must be on heartworm prevention. All dogs/cats in the home need to be up to date on vaccinations. All dogs & cats must be spayed/neutered, unless there are reasons for not doing so. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older. Applicants must have the consent of your landlord (if applicable). The adoption fee is $500 for dogs under 7 years of age or $350 for 7 years and older. Adoption fee is due before the dog is delivered. TXMal is a non-profit organization, most of our funding comes from our adoption fees which helps defray our costs.

Woody is from Texas Malinois Alliance Rescue

[Houston , TX]

Our Mission
TX Belgian Malinois Alliance Rescue Inc (“TXMAL”) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (“NPO”) dedicated to saving the Belgian Shepherd breed including the Belgian Malinois, Dutch Shepherd, Tervuren, Groenendael, and Laekenois dogs. Our objective is to find permanent, compassionate, and experienced homes for abandoned Bel...
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Visits by appointment only
Location
5334 Val Verde St Houston , TX, 77056

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