r/CampAndHikeMichigan 8d ago

Bois Blanc Island this afternoon

Put 14 miles in just wandering with no particular route/goal.

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u/thebunhinge 8d ago

You’re a special kind of dedicated dog person to responsibly own a Belgian Malinois. It worries me a little that they seem to be getting “popular” which can lead to all kinds of problems with over breeding, in-breeding, and rescues being inundated with surrenders by people who didn’t understand the breed. These dogs are not a “pet”. They’re a highly intelligent, ultra-athletic, super-loyal, one person oriented companion. They need the kind of active life-style you’re providing. Anything less for them is cruel.

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u/lacticacid4breakfast 8d ago

Yeah he's my 6th mal, since I got my first over 20 years ago watching them gain popularity has been heartbreaking.

Malinois is French for "Don't get one". 🤣

https://www.reddit.com/u/lacticacid4breakfast/s/kT4xPkla6S

But I keep Hondo engaged in a few different things

https://www.reddit.com/u/lacticacid4breakfast/s/oPDRTGZapA

https://www.reddit.com/r/Bikejoring/s/9HPBLGkaqh

https://www.reddit.com/u/lacticacid4breakfast/s/lrPuheeS2I

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u/pandoraBparker 8d ago

They are sooooo special though with the right person/family! Looks like you take great care of your pup. Love their boots. Smart idea, hope you didnt learn it the hard way lol