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 HEADLINER: Moose

HISTORY: Moose came to us very underweight and with marks showing he was locked in a crate with no padding for most of his life. He never had basic training although his foster is working on it, and he is eager to learn. Despite his rough life, Moose is such a love. He is very patient waiting for his food and takes treats very gently from your hand. He loves people, men and women alike.

PERSONALITY: Moose is a silly guy that loves showing you how flexible he is by twisting himself into all types of silly positions whether it be sleeping half on and half off the sofa or fully stretched out on his back with paws up in the air. He is very nimble and can jump up on beds or get in the car easily. He loves car rides. He is very friendly and has had no issues meeting the foster's 6’3” college sons nor friends and neighbors. The vet and vet techs all loved him, and he was such a good boy getting blood drawn and getting vaccines. They referred to him as “a real gem”! Moose is gaining weight and has the softest chocolate fur. And he has not shed at all! Vet says he will most likely be 120lbs when he reaches his ideal weight. Moose has separation anxiety and does not like to be left alone at all. Using a crate is not an option given his past. He wants to be with his person, and he will need a patient adopter to help him overcome his anxiety.

FAVORITE ACTIVITIES: Moose loves to chew on toys, go for car rides and take walks. He is getting better on a leash using an easy walk harness but needs continued leash work. Moose has short bursts of energy and then as a typical mastiff, needs a nap. He sleeps at his foster's feet or on the sofa while his foster works from home and is the perfect office companion except for the occasional snoring.

MEDICAL ISSUES: Moose is currently being treated for Lyme. He will be neutered and have entropion surgery soon. No ongoing issues.

WHAT WOULD BE THE BEST KIND OF HOME: Moose does not do well left alone. He needs a home where there are people home most of the time and are willing to work on his separation anxiety without using a crate. He also needs basic training and someone who has the patience to teach him manners, but he is willing and eager to learn. Moose is very strong and will need continued leash work. He has improved using the easy walker harness in a short period of time. He just needs someone to train him, and he will be the best companion. Given his needs for training, an experienced dog owner would be best. Moose doesn’t know his size or strength and would do best with a family without young children. He would do great with teens. He loves the car and will want to go wherever you go. Moose did live with another dog, but he has not been him with dogs or other animals. It was recommended that Moose not be allowed around chickens.

Application Fees, Adoption Donations and Rescue Policy:

Please know that 100% of our fees and donations pay for the costs of rescuing dogs. These include but are not limited to pull fees from shelters, veterinary examinations, vaccinations, medications and care, microchips, neuter/spay surgeries, heartworm treatments, behavior evaluations, and foster care, as needed.

Important notes before applying.

• Adopters must have their primary residence in one of the following states: Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, and parts of North Carolina.
• We will not adopt giant breed dogs to renters.
• Homes with children under 6 years of age will not be approved for adoption.
• Homes with children should have a fenced yard.
• Pets currently in the applicant's home must have a history of appropriate veterinary care.
• Homes with intact dogs will not be approved for adoption.  Proof of any of the following exceptions is required:
  • The intact dog is a working member of a law enforcement, or search and rescue/recovery team.
  • The intact dog is registered under the auspices of the American Kennel Club and is actively being shown.
  • A veterinarian has determined the sterilization procedure would harm the intact dog. 
• We believe in Force Free Training Methods and do not approve of methods or devices using pain or force to control the dog, or to deter undesirable behavior. 
• Homes with highly varnished steps must have carpeting, securely fixed stair treads, or a non-skid surface. **We encourage you to remediate potential safety issues while your application is under review, prior to the home visit.

For additional information please review our FAQs or contact mastiffstomutts@gmail.com

**Mastiffs To Mutts Rescue reserves the right to approve or deny any adoption that occurs through this organization without disclosure.  We reserve the right to make exceptions for special circumstances.

**PA Kennel License: 05845

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