POOKIE
I'm Pookie – playful, energetic & ready to learn.
Dutch Shepherd or Belgian Malinois | 1 year old | Large (71 pounds)
Male | Chatsworth, CA
ABOUT POOKIE
Personality: friendly, playful
Favorite things: loves playing in the yard with the jolly ball
Training: was found as a stray and doesn't seem to have had any training
Exercise: an active young dude who would benefit from regular exercise (he'd be a great hiking buddy!)
Care status: neutered, vaccinated, microchipped
Special notes: Pookie does not do well being kenneled and prefers the freedom and fun of the play yard.
THE IDEAL HOME
Best match: Pookie would do best with a working-dog-savvy person or family who can give him the training and discipline he craves. He’d thrive in a single-family home with a yard, where he can stretch his legs and play with a jolly ball.
Other dogs? good with other calm dogs his size, can be overly enthusiastic (some training will help)
Cats? unknown
Kids? would do fine with older kids
GALLERY
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ON SOCIALS
Pookie is still at the shelter.
You can visit Pookie at the West Valley shelter:
Shelter: West Valley Animal Shelter, 20655 Plummer St, Chatsworth, CA 91311 [Google Maps]
Animal ID: A2262187
Arrived: March 21, 2026
If you decide to adopt this dog, let the shelter staff know that Outta the Cage is sponsoring (which means we’ll cover the adoption and licensing fees). Please reach out to us anytime—we’re happy to assist!
