Companion Puppy
Puppy Health & Care
At Gillis Malinois LLC, the health and well-being of our puppies is a top priority. Each puppy goes home with:
- āļø Complete Veterinary Health Check
- āļø First Round of Vaccinations
- āļø Routine Deworming
- āļø Detailed Veterinary Records
We ensure every puppy is healthy, properly started, and ready to transition smoothly into their new home.
š Registration & Extras
- āļø AKC Registration
- āļø Registration Paperwork Provided at Pickup
- āļø Health Record Folder
- āļø Starter Information for Care & Feeding
Early Socialization & Environmental Exposure
Our puppies are raised with intentional exposure and structured early development to build confident, stable temperaments.
Each puppy is introduced to:
- āļø Various household and environmental sounds
- āļø Car rides
- āļø Different surfaces & tactile stimulation
- āļø Daily handling from birth
- āļø Children
- āļø New places and environments
- āļø Basic scent introduction
- āļø Other dogs
- āļø People of different ages and appearances
- āļø Other animals (when appropriate)
We focus on creating well-rounded Belgian Malinois that are confident, adaptable, and prepared for working, sport, or family environments. New Paragraph
Working-Line Select Puppy
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š§¬ Temperament & Drive Evaluation
- Structured puppy aptitude testing
- Drive assessment (food, prey, hunt, possession)
- Nerve strength & recovery observation
- Clear placement recommendations
Serious working homes value transparency and proper matching.
šÆ Engagement & Focus Development
- Name recognition
- Eye contact shaping
- Marker word introduction (yes/no)
- Beginning recall foundation
- Toy engagement for prey drive development
š Environmental Confidence Building
- Elevated surfaces & obstacles
- Tunnel work
- Mild startle & recovery exercises
- Exposure to equipment (crates, barriers, platforms)
š¦“ Bite & Grip Foundation (Age Appropriate)
- Soft tug introduction
- Possession building
- Proper grip encouragement
- Confidence through play
(This is a big differentiator for working prospects.)
š½ Potty & Structure Foundation
- Early potty routine
- Scheduled feeding
- Crate duration progression
- Basic routine conditioning
š” Transition Support for Buyers
- Structured go-home packet
- Training roadmap for first 30 days
- Lifetime breeder support
- Clear expectations for working homes
Early Training Foundation
Our puppies are not just socialized — they are started with purposeful early training foundations to set them apart.
Each puppy begins:
- āļø Basic luring introduction (engagement, food motivation, focus work)
- āļø Early crate training foundation
- āļø Positive reinforcement shaping
- āļø Confidence-building problem solving
- āļø Beginning impulse control exercises
We focus on building engagement with the handler, developing food drive, and introducing structure in a clear, positive way — creating a smoother transition into advanced obedience, sport, or protection training.
Advanced Working-Line Foundation
Our working-line puppies are raised with purpose. From an early age, we focus on building confidence, environmental stability, and drive development to prepare them for sport, protection, and performance homes.
Each puppy is exposed to:
- āļø Structured exposure to various environmental sounds (gunfire desensitization foundation, loud noises, movement)
- āļø Car rides to build travel confidence
- āļø Multiple surfaces (slick floors, gravel, grass, obstacles, unstable platforms)
- āļø Tactile stimulation & confidence-building challenges
- āļø Early scent introduction to engage hunt drive
- āļø Daily handling to develop neutrality and resilience
- āļø Socialization with children and adults of varying ages and appearances
- āļø Exposure to new environments beyond the home setting
- āļø Controlled interaction with other dogs
- āļø Exposure to other animals when appropriate
We prioritize nerve strength, engagement, curiosity, and recovery — key traits in serious working-line Belgian Malinois.
Our goal is not just socialization — it’s structured foundation building for future performance.
Extreme Pedigree • Custom Training • Ready to Work
Companies I work with
These are just a few of the clients I work with.
AKC
As an AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. breeder, we commit to:
Health: Comprehensive health screenings and veterinary care
Education: Ongoing learning to stay current with best practices
Accountability: Transparent records and responsible breeding ethics
Responsibility: Lifetime support for our puppies and their owners
Tradition: Upholding AKC standards and preserving breed integrity
We’re proud to be recognized by the AKC for our dedication to responsible breeding and lifelong commitment to every dog we produce.
š Contact us today to reserve your pup or learn more about our training packages and available bloodlines.
š Serious inquiries only. These dogs are bred to work, protect, and perform.
Shiloh K9 Obedience Training & Boarding Center
We proudly partner with Shiloh K9 Obedience Training & Boarding Center, a professional dog training and kenneling facility located in Linwood, Michigan. Shiloh K9 provides structured obedience training, specialized programs, and boarding services that complement our breeding and early development philosophy.
Shiloh K9 Obedience Training offers a wide range of services, including:
Basic and advanced obedience training
Boardāandātrain programs
Specialized training, including service dog, therapy dog, and working dog development
Behavior modification, including anxiety and reactivity
Professional kenneling and boarding services
Their training programs emphasize daily structure, socialization, and consistent handler communication. Dogs enrolled in boardāandātrain programs receive daily training and supervised social interaction in a controlled environment. Shiloh K9 also offers private training sessions for owners who want handsāon involvement in their dog’s training process.
For clients who require longerāterm training, specialty work, or professional boarding, Shiloh K9 provides a reliable option close to our location. This partnership allows for continuity in training and care as dogs mature and advance beyond foundational puppy development.
Learn more about Shiloh K9 Obedience Training:
https://shilohk9obedience-training.com/
