San Andreas, CA…Meet Brother (A060705), a male Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd mix, about 2 years old and weighing 59 pounds.

Brother is a handsome, athletic dog with striking amber eyes and a calm, thoughtful demeanor. He arrived at Calaveras County Animal Services as part of a large group of Belgian Malinois and shepherd mixes that had spent much of their lives confined to kennels and crates with limited opportunities for normal socialization and enrichment. Despite that difficult start, Brother has proven to be a sweet-natured and affectionate dog who is eager to connect with people.

Among the dogs in his group, Brother stands out for his maturity. While he shares their intelligence, athleticism, and affectionate nature, he approaches life with a little more steadiness than some of the younger dogs. As he has settled into shelter life, he has shown himself to be confident, observant, and interested in the world around him without becoming overwhelmed by it.

Brother enjoys his walks and is generally pleasant on leash, though he would benefit from continued training to polish his leash manners. He loves treats, takes them gently, and already knows how to sit on command. His eagerness to please and strong food motivation suggest he will enjoy learning new skills with his future family. When he relaxes with people he trusts, he reveals a softer side, happily accepting affection and rolling over for belly rubs.

Brother has also shown positive interest in other dogs and appears to have good canine social skills. His combination of intelligence, affectionate personality, and balanced temperament makes him an appealing companion for an active household. For someone looking for a loyal dog with both beauty and substance, Brother may be exactly the partner they’ve been hoping to find.

To meet Brother, contact: Calaveras County Animal Services, (209) 754-6509 or animal@calaverascounty.gov
Please use Brother’s intake number (A060705) when making inquiries.

All dogs available for adoption at the Calaveras Animal Shelter are up to date on their routine vaccinations and will be microchipped. All unaltered dogs must be spayed or neutered before they can go home with you.

Animal Services has a Fee Flexibility Program!

The shelter is currently over 80% capacity, so adoption fees are reduced: just $40 for dogs and $30 for cats. Cats who arrive at the shelter already altered can be adopted for only $10. With the 55-5-5 Program, adopters age 55+ can adopt a pet over 5 years old for just $5.

June 13: Free Dog & Cat Rabies Vaccine and Microchip Clinic, from 9-11:30 AM at the Calaveras Government Center, 891 Mountain Ranch Road. Dogs must be leashed, cats must be in carriers.

Calaveras County Animal Services, 901 Jeff Tuttle Road, San Andreas, (209) 754-6509
Shelter and Office Business Hours are Tuesday – Saturday, 10 AM – 4 PM

This announcement is courtesy of the Friends of Calaveras Animal Services (FOCAS) and The Pine Tree.
Photo Credit Holly Croydon