This big boy has an even bigger heart, and he will be so happy when he has a family to love! Kirk is a 4-5 year old English Mastiff who came in to a shelter in Ohio as a stray. He was emaciated and filthy, but now that he is cleaned up, safe, and being fed, his beautiful nature can take center stage. He is housebroken and well behaved in the house, does not jump up, chew, or bark. He whines for a few moments when separated, but quickly settles down. He respects gates and fences and accepts confinement (though he wishes he could be with you ALL the time!) Kirk is all sweetness with people, and quickly endears himself to anyone he meets. Kirk will be getting neutered soon and having some dental work done; then he will finally be able to devote his love to his new family.

Likes: being with people, being petted, short walks, meals and treats

Dislikes: dark places and slippery floors

Personality: calm, laid back, and happy. 

Temperament: Kirk accepts being groomed and handled with no problem. He is not anxious or fearful, and his eagerness to please and be with people makes him easy to manage

Energy level: Kirk enjoys short walks – a mile at a time seems to be enough for him. He is easy to walk and responsive on the leash.  He is happy to just sit or lay around quite a lot. He is not a high energy dog.

Favorite activities: being petted, belly rubs. Kirk does not play with toys. 

Good with Cats? No. Kirk is large and wants to chase cats.

Good with Dogs? Kirk likes young, female dogs who do not challenge him 

Good with kids over 6? Kirk seems to especially love children (over 6). He is eager to meet them and he sits and and stays still so that he can be petted. He is gentle and shows no signs of dominance around children. 

Not good with: cats, reactive dogs, small dogs

Housetrained? Yes

Crate trained? Yes

Challenges: This boy is big (105 pounds and gaining daily) and can be clumsy and pushy for attention, so he is best around older children and adults who can avoid being pushed around by his big head or knocked over by his wagging tail. Kirk does get very excited when he sees other dogs, and needs a strong person to handle him on a leash in those moments. He does not counter surf with people present, but he is tall and his head easily sniffs its way along the counter top with all four paws on the floor.Left unattended in a room, he will jump up and help himself to something if it smells interesting. Kirk came to us emaciated. He now has issues with resource guarding and will need to be fed separately (as well as treats, bones, and toys). 

Medical issues: Kirk needs to be neutered and have some dental work done prior to adoption. 

What would be the best home? Kirk would like a home with calm people who will allow him to follow them around the house. His main interest is being with people, inside or outside. He is an easy-going boy who does not need anything more than regular meals, love, and companionship to make him very, very happy. 

Fostered in Fairview, PA.

Application Fees, Adoption Donations and Rescue Policy: Please know that 100% of our funds are used for rescuing the dogs.

Our rescue policy requires the following:

• 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.
• Applications for giant breed dogs must be submitted by the property owner.
• 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. Veterinary records will be checked.
• All references must be checked before any visitation of the dog is permitted at the foster home.
• All family members must be present during the home visit to the applicant's home.
• Any dog(s) in the applicant's home must have an introductory meeting with the rescue dog being considered, before any adoption can be completed.

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