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Brief Description: Jack is a 3 year old neutered Cane Corso.  Jack found himself in the back of a pick-up truck in Eastern PA.  Jack had a rough start as he spent a lot of time in the shelter before being adopted. Jack suddenly lost his home and family and was rehomed. After that we are unsure how he ended up in the bed of a truck. You would never know that Jack hasn’t had human love most of his life. Jack is ready for a family to give him all the love he deserves and wants to give it back tenfold!

Likes: Jack loves to play soccer and any type of ball. He loves to be cuddled up next to you on the couch, or just chilling at your feet. 

Dislikes:  CATS!  Nail trims

Personality:  Jack is a sweet, goofy, vocal boy! He loves to be outside playing ball, but also can become a total couch potato a minute later. He is strong and a bit overweight so daily walks to improve leash skills and help shed some of that extra weight would be helpful!  Jack would benefit from training classes as he is a big, strong fella. He is getting better on the leash daily! He knows some basic commands such as sit and gentle. Jack is working on leave, stay and come and he seems to be catching on quickly. Jack will definitely let you know when he is hungry, wants to play or needs to go out to potty. He is very vocal and likes to “talk” to you!

Temperament: Jack has a very even temperament thus far. No issues with adults, older children or female dogs he has met. Due to his breed he will not be placed in a home with other male dogs . 

Energy Level:  He can go from a very active playful boy to a couch potato in minutes. 

Favorite Activities:  Couch Cuddles and playing ball!

Good with:  Dogs and people. Has had no issues with strangers yet. True to his breed he warms up to people and dogs as he gets more comfortable.Slow intros are helpful. Jack tested well with the female dogs in his foster homes.

Not good with: No Cats Please! Right now he hates his nails trimmed and must be sedated but after building some trust that may not be needed. We have been working on touching his paws and he is getting better with that. 

Housetrained:  Yes – He will let you know with a couple barks and will go to the door!

Crate Trained:  Jack likes his crate and will go in on his own if he wants down time. If he is crated overnight and he needs out, he will let you know.

Challenges:  He does not have leash manners, but is learning. Jack would definitely benefit from training to help him blossom more. He can get overly excited while playing, but he seems to listen well and calms quickly.

Medical Issues: Jack is a bit overweight so he needs to lose some pounds.

The best home for Jack would be with an active family who wants to take him for walks and play ball with him. The home should be cat and male dog free. Jack would benefit with a female dog companion if owners will be away for work and school.  New owners must be committed to help jack continue with his leash and manners training so Jack can be a great ambassador for the breed! Jack will only be adopted to a home without other male bully breeds to prevent same sex aggression which is common for the breed.

Fostered in Monessen, 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

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.

• Approved adopters must have their primary residence in one of the following states: Delaware, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, and parts of North Carolina and Kentucky.

• You must be at least 21 years of age to apply and legally sign our contract for adoption.

• Applications must be completed by the homeowner. 

• We do not adopt giant breed dogs to renters.

  • If you are renting, and you are applying to adopt a dog that is not a giant breed, permission to adopt an animal must be obtained from the landlord or property owner.

• We do not adopt giant breed dogs to homes with children under 6 years of age.

  • Homes with children should have a fenced yard.

• Applications will be denied if anyone residing in the household has a record indicating drug/alcohol abuse, theft, or violence.

• 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:
  1. The intact dog is a working member of a law enforcement, or search and rescue/recovery team.
  2. The intact dog is registered under the auspices of the American Kennel Club and is actively being shown.
  3. 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.
  • ​Any inside steps to which the dog(s) have access, must have carpeting, securely fixed stair treads, or a non-skid surface.

  • Homes with highly varnished floors must have non-slip area rugs or mats wherever your animal walks or rests frequently. 

**Puppy Adoption Policy**

To ensure proper house training and socialization, puppies will only be adopted to homes where an adult will not be away more than an hour per day, per month of age of the puppy, up to 6 months.
Certain large-breed dogs should not be sterilized prior to 12 - 18 months of age.  If you adopt an intact puppy, you will sign an adoption contract agreeing to have the dog sterilized at your expense at the time your veterinarian recommends.
Proof of sterilization must be provided to Mastiffs To Mutts Rescue as soon as the procedure is completed.  If the puppy is not sterilized as required, Mastiffs To Mutts Rescue reserves the right to claim legal ownership of the dog. 

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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