Fostering for MAD Rescue

Give a Malinois or Dutch Shepherd a Second Chance -
And Help Save a Life

Welcome to the Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue Inc. Foster Information Site

Malinois and Dutch Shepherd Rescue's Foster Program is the lifeblood of the organization. As MAD does not run a physical kennel facility, we rely on generous volunteers who open their homes and hearts, agreeing to foster dogs in need of rescue. This is a rewarding and pleasant experience for the foster, and provides a safe spot for incoming dogs to land until they can be permanently adopted. This site is designed to present an overview of MAD Rescue's Foster Program, as well as provide information for our current fosters. Below, you will find testimonials from two of our fosters, as well as some program statistics.

Fostering Since 2019

Cheryl Knieriemen

I started with MAD in the beginning by fostering dog #2. What makes MAD different from other organizations is the way they treat their volunteers. We all feel supported and appreciated. The Code of Conduct we sign as volunteers is not just a piece of paper; it’s a clear outline of how each of us volunteers will support and treat each other within the organization. The foster volunteers are at the top of the list. Each dog has an adoption counselor who serves as the advocate for the dog the minute they are pulled from the shelter. They partner with the foster volunteer to help with transport, training, behavioral advice, and medical issues. The adoption counselor reaches out to applicants to find the best match for both the dog and the adopter. This is what makes MAD different and the reason I continue supporting this incredible rescue. Our goal is to not only find the perfect home for each dog, but the perfect dog for each home.

Fostering Since
2022

Maarat Pulli

After our beloved Belgian Malinois Truman suddenly passed away in the spring of 2022, we decided to open up our home and hearts for foster dogs - and we have not regretted our decision! It has been an absolute pleasure and honor to foster dogs through MAD. We are so impressed by the professionalism, care and dedication of all of the MAD volunteers and leadership and we have enjoyed caring for and spending time with all of our furry house guests. We feel well equipped to handle any issue or situation related to fostering with the help and support of MAD.

“I’ve been fostering for MAD rescue for over three years now and it’s been the most rewarding thing I’ve ever done in my life. It’s hard, don’t get me wrong! Dogs will test you and your patience, sometimes it takes a long time to find a good match and it’s not cheap..but the reward of knowing that you helped save a dog, the love they give you and then getting to see them grow up with a new family is absolutely priceless!!”

Nicole Poell, MAD Den Parent and MAD Pack Volunteer

Fostering for MAD is an extremely rewarding experience. So many mals and dutch shepherds are in need of loving homes. To see these poor crestfallen pups open up and become their best selves - helping them realize how soft a bed is and how not all humans are scary is a feeling unlike any other. MAD is a wonderful organization that is dedicated to saving as many lives as they can. They strive to set up their fosters and foster pups for success with a foster box full of goodies and a thorough review of applications to make sure these pups end up in loving homes. I've been working with MAD for over a year and absolutely recommend it. Come join MAD and foster to save lives! :) Sincerely, Amanda

Amanda Lin, Approved MAD Den Parent

• 2023•

MAD Rescue at a glance

1210

Dogs Rescued

431

Foster Families

927

Dogs Adopted

Meet a MAD Dog

Amari, Female, 5 Years Old

5 Year Old Amari was a stray that was found running at large in Northern California and brought to a shelter after being hit by a car. Her front leg was amputated, and she was slated for euthanasia until MAD Stepped up.

Thanks to the dedicated efforts of our California Team, Amari was successfully placed in a home after healing from her injuries. MAD Rescue takes on a number of Special-Needs Malinois, such as Amari, every year. We're one of the few rescues that do-in fact, we currently have a number of 3-legged Malinois in rescue in need of adoptive homes!

If you are interested in adopting one of these tripod Mals, or any other dog we have in our care, please click here:

https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/24689/generic.

• Total Impact •

1157+ dogs saved since 2020

MAD Rescue was founded in 2020 to rescue Belgian Malinois, Dutch Shepherds and other Belgian breeds. We take in dogs across 49 states who’ve been surrendered, discarded, abused, neglected or impounded. We place them with approved fosters, ensure they’re spayed or neutered and receive other needed care, and learn about their personalities to match them with loving permanent homes. By becoming a foster home, you can help us save a life. See some of the dogs we've saved below.