SOLD - Found Her Home
Meet Mai
Affectionate - Velcro Puppy - High Drive
Mai is a working-line Dutch Shepherd / Belgian Malinois female puppy near Birmingham, Alabama, being evaluated for sar or detection-style prospect, active working home, handler-focused training home. Each puppy is observed for temperament, confidence, drive, sociability, handler engagement, environmental stability, recovery, and placement suitability to help guide the right long-term match.
About Mai
Mai is a fascinating yin-yang puppy: deeply affectionate and people-oriented, but also intense, energetic, and ready to work. She loves being close, follows her person, and seeks holding and cuddles, yet she brings high drive and strong reward motivation when a task is in front of her. Her obedience is also excellent for her age; by eight weeks, she was already heeling, sitting, recalling, and downing with a short stay using food motivation alone. No aversives were needed to bring out that level of engagement and cooperation. Mai may be a strong SAR or detection-style prospect for someone who wants drive plus a close handler relationship. She needs structure, clear outlets, and a home that appreciates both her affection and her intensity. She may also fit a structured family protection home if the buyer wants a bonded, handler-oriented dog and has the experience to develop her properly.
Best Fit for Mai
Based on current observations, Mai appears best suited for sar or detection-style prospect, active working home, handler-focused training home, structured family protection home. Final placement should consider handler experience, home environment, goals, expectations, and willingness to continue training and structure.
Early Development
Each puppy is raised with close observation, age-appropriate handling, and exposure designed to support confidence, engagement, and a smooth transition into the right home.
- Early handling
- Socialization exposure
- Vet checked
- Dewormed
From Ranger x Mila
Mai is part of the Ranger x Mila litter, combining Ranger's KNPV Dutch Shepherd lineage with Mila's strong Belgian Malinois working background. Placement priority for this litter is SAR, detection-style work, experienced active homes, and carefully screened family protection homes.
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Mai's Gallery
A closer look at Mai from early development through current puppy evaluations.
Next Step
Mai Has Found Her Home
Mai is no longer available, but several puppies from the same litter may offer similar traits, drive, or placement potential. View the available puppies or reach out for help identifying the right match.