#what is a malinois?

[linddzz]

I'm not gonna lie "jayce is protective/possessive in a way that a guard dog is" and "but a guard dog has a collar and a leash" have changed my brain chemistry on a molecular, nay, atomic level oh my god I'm a changed person nothing is gonna be the same *feral screaming*

Thank yooouu!!!! I am pretty pleased with that framing for them ever since it occured to me when I was writing out that protective/possessive Jayce post! It really clicked using that description as the summation of the VIBE I got from them even in Season1. That vibe where it's undeniable that Jayce is more physically forward and LOOKS like he's taking charge in those moments where he puts a hand out to hold Viktor back and it LOOKS at first like Viktor just goes along with things.

But there is just. That vibe. That sense. Something about noticing how much Jayce can act assertive but very much wants someone else directing him as Season1 goes. Something about how he's always moving around Viktor. And part of it clicks when you see him putting his head in Mel's lap repeatedly like every single giant dog that does not realize they are not lap size. Then somethinnggg about "man every time he's doing that or even talking to Mel he ends up talking about Viktor huh"

And THEN the something...something about Viktor. About his mix of quiet introversion but the very self assured confidence he carries himself with. The way if something frustrates him he looks over at Jayce like "do something about that." The way that as soon as they partner up it's like he becomes this quiet pivot point holding lots of eye contact while pushing Jayce to do crimes and then being the force of calm confidence as the pressure mounted trying to stabilize the hexgem for the first time. Something about how he always takes Jayce's constant touches and physical looming like it's perfectly natural and you don't know why, but it doesn't feel like Jayce is imposing on him???

And then (for me at least lmao) that exchange on the bridge makes it all CLICK. Jayce got so wound up he ended up snapping at Viktor (bc he is a high energy dog and his response to stress/fear is baring teeth lmao) and Viktor does not even look up as he smacks Jayce's hand away. Does not GLANCE at Jayce as he very pointedly moves away from him and out of Jayce's personal space bubble. And Jayce's hand flinches where it's held out and he immediately says "I'm sorry" in the smallest voice. And THEN, only THEN does Viktor allow the hand on his back to lead him away and you realize. holy shit. Jayce has earned touching privileges back. Holy shit.

and MAN I am usually NOT AT ALL into the idea of D/s dynamics as a lifestyle thing but with those maniacs it's like. Oh you two never even discussed that this is the dynamic. Y'all are just LIKE THAT. If Viktor ever called Jayce "good boy" even as a joke you just KNOW Jayce would DROP to his knees like it's an instinct (making for a hilariously awkward day at the lab)

come with me anon come with me everyone, we gonna explore Dom/sub dynamics that have bonkers types and layers of power exchange nuances in em

[tomialtooth]

Adler is a dog guy because he loves the obidence, affection and deference dogs show their masters regardless of how they are treated. A dogs owner is their entire world, they are reliant on them for everything and this is probably appealing for Adler and his need for control. Having a dog strokes his ego both because a dog is obedient and affectionate to it's master, which Adler thinks he is owed and because it affirms his sense of American masculinity. Adler would be one of those dog people that hate cats because you have to respect a cat's boundaries in order for it to love you and you can't control them like you can dogs. Adler likes Bell for the same reason he likes dogs.

[sunanthrope]

so you're telling me that in two days when the sun goes down a bunch of people are gonna send really loud really bright demon sprinklers into the sky and they arent going to stop until the sun comes up (at least in my redneck area)

and i am TOO LARGE TO FIT UNDER THE BED?????

how am i to hide ?!?!?!

edit: its the THIRD??? ONE DAY ?!??!?! how am I to find somewhere to hide from the flashy boom boom in ONE DAY? this is too much to expect from a dog!

[juustozzi]

inazuma eleven: victory road of puppies

(because I'm a canine artist deep in the core and assigning breeds is fun. can you guess them all?)

[canineentity]

Sometimes being a dog IS my motivation for things

Yea we could sleep in OR we could do our stretches so eventually we can curl into a ball and scratch our ears with our back legs

Wanna quit our run early? Yea but do you see Malinois?? A Mal would do this with full effort 10000%

[runsonlovepower]

vanitas stock straight trembling with rage mutters “I’m a good noodle“ and stalks off ventus meanwhile upside down on the couch goes “yeah I’m totally a bad boy” and he is eating fun dip and playing mario

[kelpiemomma]

friends i am begging you, if you want to get a dog and have never had one before, DO YOUR RESEARCH ON BREEDS.

i was working with a lady the other day who was telling me she wanted a puppy and had never had one before, so she went and adopted a 7 month old husky/border collie mix from the shelter after being denied at [pet store] for working too many hours. i'm pretty sure she got this dog because it has complete heterochromia and is a very tidy black and white, like a standard border collie.

please. do NOT do this. look into what dog breed will BEST fit your lifestyle. if you work long hours, do NOT get a working dog breed. maybe even don't get a dog. maybe get a less affectionate cat. i do not give a single FUCK if the dog is pretty. do both yourself and the dog a favor and get the dog that fits your life!!! do not get a working dog and stick it in an apartment or house and wonder why it's eating your furniture and destroying your house!!!

[florian-and-co]

this is trixie the spinodog (yes i know he's monochromatic atm, idk what colors i want yet)

f2u base i found on deviantart

obviously dino dog, but i went for spinosaurus instead of classic. otherwise, based on belgian malinois

[bedlamsbard]

i see your border collie steve but can i raise this point? ✨️belgian malinois steve✨️ aka parkour collie

I'll accept it because I also fully believe a Belgian Malinois would commit tax fraud for fun in his spare time between winning Olympic gold and hotwiring cars (for fun). plus, you know, military dogs.

[anxeious]

melondoggy... ʕ ﾟ ● ﾟʔ tell me what types of dogs you are into and maybe why or whatever u want tbh

omg dogs are my special interest!! i love all well-bred purebreds from ethical preservation breeders! some of my favorite dogs are beagles, giant breeds, "scary" dogs, and livestock guardians. specifically (dogs that i would own) saint bernards, newfoundlands, leonbergers, great pyrenees, dobermans, cane corsos, beaucerons, and beagles !! quite the mix i know. i would also own a border collie and more intense livestock guardians if i had farm animals that needed herded/protected (i don't currently)

[a-dog-like-that]

Introducing Xivu!

She's a Malinois, about 3.5 years old and was originally found roaming the streets in southern Spain.

She's been in a foster home in Germany since February and with us since yesterday.

She does unfortunately have leishmaniasis, but has been responding really well to medication, but for now it's left her with very sparse fur in some places.

Character wise, she's just a really lovely dog. Settles down easily, very cuddly, friendly with almost all humans (some tall men still scare her a bit) and dogs, likes to work and is easily motivated by food (and toys, but I need to improve my skills with those first).

She's watchful without being overly bark-y or being bothered by the construction noises currently happening in our house.

She settled in extremely fast, slept though the first night and for the most part has just been chilling and napping while I do online school.

She did however pee on my bed yesterday xD

[sunanthrope]

UM??? GUYS??? LOOK AT THIS ART FROM @murdermortician OF MY THERIOTYPE ???? i am. going insane actually. i am going so crazy no you guys have no idea. literally everybody go send them money do it now empty your wallets into their bank account (/j)

[runcnlove]

I've recently started a rewatch of Person of Interest with my mum and God, I didn't realize how much I've missed these five (Finch and Reese, of course, Carter, Fusco and Zoe... also can't wait for Root, Bear and Shaw to show up).

[puppysweetheart]

new development: lately i've been starting to shake when i get too horny

[beloveds-embrace]

Roomate!AU thoughts - they get worried about you when they're away on deployment, especially after a night where someone broke into the apartment (thankfully you were staying at a friends working on a group project for college) and they saw on the cameras that they didnt take anything from the house. It meant only one thing, they were there to hurt you. They're protectiveness goes up tenfold from what it already was, telling you to stay at your friends for the week bevause they would be home then and make sure you were never alone. When the come back, they move immediately to a place with a better security system and a higher police presence. They also get you a dog, a 10 week old Malinois puppy that they start training as a guard and personal protection dog for you to keep them safe when they're away. They love watching you with the pup, taking care of it as if it was your child, and love watching you on the cameras all cuddled up with the dog on the sofa, peace on their heart knowing they have something there to keep you safe while their away

Wait omg yes?? They are away on deployment but they are absolutely sending you a text to check on you ever hour and if not them, it’s Laswell who does. You’ve been given strict, actual orders to not leave your friend’s house and your friend has been given even stricter orders to stay with you and neither one is about to disobey them now lol

“Your roommates are scary,” she tells you, shivering. But pats your shoulder. “Good for you, though. I wouldn’t have let you go back, anyways. Not safe at all.”

The week passes like that, and when they return, they don’t take you back to the old apartment to stay. They take you there to help you pack up your shit because in that week, they’ve already bought a new apartment with better security and even closer to the station and your college and they don’t even let you stress about what it means for you and your rent- “It’ll stay the same, love. Don’t worry your pretty head.”

They don’t let you worry about the person who broke in, either. Johnny and Simon come back one night from what you assumed must’ve been a date night, but they kind of smell metallic like blood when they join you on the couch and snuggle you between them.

You aren’t stupid. But… if anything, you honestly find the implications hot. As hot as it was watching Kyle install new cameras and sensors and give you a forehead kiss when you just stood there nice and pretty in your attempts of being helpful. As hot as it was watching John basically command the building’s security around, holding you close to him with his arm.

Also- yes to the puppy 🥹 you get to name her and she adores you, little paws constantly clicking on the floor as she follows you and a nose pressed to your legs. She takes wonderfully to her training, and obeys all her commands and you even got to see how she tore one one of the training equipment.

And they love watching you with her, be it through the cameras or actually there with you. It’s nice to see you so happy and content, either napping with the puppy in your arms or playing around the apartment with her, or curled on the couch with her tucked against you.

They didn’t let their guard down, though. Even if they took care of the intruder. They would never risk you getting hurt, or anything happening to you.

Never.

[moonlight-joy]

Guard Dog

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Fandom: Criminal Minds

Summary: Hotch refused to get a dog—until you and Spencer convinced him. But instead of a pet, he got Max, a trained protection dog.

Pairing: Reader/Aaron Hotchner

Aaron Hotchner was protective by nature. It came with the job, the years of chasing down criminals, of seeing the worst humanity had to offer.

It was why he always double-checked the locks at night, why he insisted on knowing your schedule, and why he always kept a gun within reach.

And it was also why, despite your repeated requests, he refused to let you get a dog.

“But, Aaron,” you whined one evening, curling into his side on the couch. “I’ve always wanted one.”

“I know, sweetheart,” he murmured, pressing a kiss to your temple. “But dogs are a big responsibility.”

“I can be responsible.”

Aaron chuckled, rubbing slow circles on your back. “I never said you couldn’t. But I worry about leaving you alone with one. They take time to train, and what if something happens?”

You sighed dramatically. “That’s the point! If I get the right dog, they can protect me.”

Aaron shook his head. “That’s my job.”

You pouted but didn’t argue. You knew his protective streak ran deep, but that didn’t mean you weren’t determined to wear him down.

So, like any loving, strategic partner…

You turned to Spencer Reid for help.

It happened at the BAU during lunch.

Spencer was sitting across from Aaron, rattling off statistics about dog breeds while the rest of the team listened in utter amusement.

“Actually, studies show that trained protection dogs can significantly decrease home invasions,” Spencer said matter-of-factly, taking a bite of his salad. “German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois, in particular, are highly intelligent and have been used in law enforcement and military work for years. Their presence alone can be a deterrent.”

Aaron sighed, rubbing his temples. “Spencer—”

“Oh! And did you know that dogs can actually reduce anxiety and lower stress levels?” Spencer continued. “Research suggests they improve cardiovascular health and can even detect illnesses before symptoms appear.”

Derek snickered. “Come on, Hotch. If even the good doctor is backing this up, maybe it’s time to cave.”

Aaron shot Morgan a glare before glancing at Spencer. “So, you’re saying… a trained protection dog would be beneficial?”

Spencer nodded enthusiastically. “Absolutely.”

Emily leaned back, smirking. “I can’t believe you didn’t see this coming, Hotch. Y/N is way too smart to fight this battle alone.”

JJ chuckled. “You know she’s got you backed into a corner, right?”

Aaron sighed again, looking like a man who knew he was losing a battle.

By the time he got home that night, you already knew Spencer had done his job.

You had been expecting Aaron to cave eventually.

You had not, however, expected to walk into your house and see a gorgeous, alert-looking German Shepherd sitting obediently at Aaron’s feet.

You squealed.

“OH MY GOD, YOU GOT ME A DOG?!”

The dog’s ears perked up at your excitement, and Aaron shot you a look. “He’s not just any dog,” he corrected. “This is Max. He’s been trained in personal protection, and I’m making sure he learns to guard you properly.”

You blinked, stunned. “Wait… so he’s not just a pet?”

Aaron gave you a small smirk. “No, sweetheart. He’s your bodyguard.”

Your heart melted. “Aaron…”

He sighed, running a hand through his hair. “I still worry. But if I can’t always be here, I want someone watching over you. Someone I can trust.”

Your chest tightened with emotion. You knelt down, running your fingers through Max’s thick fur. “You’re gonna take good care of me, aren’t you, buddy?”

Max licked your hand in response.

Aaron crouched beside you, his hand resting on your back. “He’s already bonded with you,” he observed, watching the way Max’s body language shifted—protective, attentive, loyal.

You turned to Aaron with misty eyes. “I love him. And I love you.”

Aaron pressed a lingering kiss to your lips. “I love you too, sweetheart.”

Then he smirked. “Even if I know I just gave you another reason to gang up on me with Spencer.”

You grinned. “Oh, absolutely.”

It wasn’t long before Max had his first test.

One night, Aaron had been called out of town for a case, leaving you home alone.

Normally, you felt safe enough—Aaron had security measures in place, cameras, reinforced locks. But that night, something felt off.

It started with a strange scraping sound outside. Then, the sound of footsteps near the porch.

Your heart clenched.

And then—Max reacted.

He sprang up from his spot near the door, ears sharp, body tense.

A low, menacing growl rumbled from his chest.

The sound alone sent shivers down your spine.

You peeked through the window just in time to see a shadow retreating from the porch.

Whoever it was had changed their mind.

Max didn’t stop growling until the figure was completely gone. Then, he trotted back to you, still alert, still on guard.

You sank to your knees, wrapping your arms around him. “Good boy,” you whispered, pressing a kiss to his head. “Such a good boy.”

The next morning, Aaron called you first thing.

“Everything okay?”

“Oh, yeah,” you said lightly. “Some creep tried hanging around last night, but Max handled it.”

Aaron went silent.

Then, in a voice full of approval, he said, “Good.”

There was a smirk in his tone when he added, “I guess you were right about getting a dog.”

You grinned. “You know, I really love hearing you say that.”

Aaron chuckled, warmth evident in his voice. “Don’t get used to it.”

The next week, you brought Max to the BAU for a visit.

Garcia squealed. “OH MY GOD, HE’S PERFECT.”

Morgan whistled. “Damn, Hotch. You got Y/N a guard dog.”

Spencer nodded, looking pleased. “He’s a good choice. German Shepherds bond intensely with their owners.”

Hotch crossed his arms. “That was the point.”

Emily grinned. “So what you’re telling us is that you caved.”

Hotch sighed. “I wouldn’t call it—”

“YOU TOTALLY CAVED!” Garcia cackled.

JJ nudged you, whispering, “So, who’s more protective? Aaron or Max?”

You smirked, glancing at your husband. “I think Aaron’s still got him beat.”

Aaron just rolled his eyes, but when he looked at you, there was nothing but warmth.

Because Max was just another way of loving you—of keeping you safe, even when Aaron couldn’t be there himself.

And that?

That was something the team would never let him live down.

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