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Fern and her sister Socks came to MTM after their family had some changes to their home life. Sadly, they knew that the best option for the bonded sisters would be to find them a new home where they can receive the attention that they deserve. They are loving and sweet girls who are looking for a place to retire together!

Likes: Snuggling on the couch, receiving ear scratches, walks, and being with her sister.

Dislikes: Being without her sister. Fern is definitely more bonded to Socks than Socks is to Fern.

Personality: Very sweet and loving. Laid back.

Temperament: Fern is a bit shy when meeting new people and needs some time to warm up. She did well getting a bath and having her ears and eyes cleaned.

Energy level: Enjoys a decent walk and to romp around in the yard a bit every day, but generally low energy level.

Favorite activities: Snuggle time on the couch

Good with cats, dogs, and kids (over 6)?:  Fern has met a couple other dogs and done well with them, but reportedly has a history of starting fights with other female dogs when they get too close to her sister. Has lived with cats and done well. Has met children and done well, though their size might be a bit much.

Not good with: N/A

Housetrained: Yes – 100%

Crate trained: N/A – non-destructive when left alone (no crate).

Requires a fenced yard (physical fence and/or invisible fence)? Fern came from a home with a fenced in yard but has done well being leashed at her foster home. While a fenced-in yard may not be required, it is definitely preferred.

Walks well on a leash? Yes, with her gentle leader. She doesn’t love it yet, but she is getting used to it.

Challenges: Someone must be willing to take in double the love - 2 Great Danes!  They are a bonded pair.

Any Medical issues? N/A

What would be the best kind of home? Fern would do best in a home with her sister, Socks, and no other female dogs. They would fit into most homes and lifestyles, as long as they get their daily snuggle time!

Fern & Socks are being fostered in Bethel Park, 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 and parts of New York.
• We will not adopt a giant breed dog to homes where the dog will have access to highly varnished hardwood steps inside the home. Any inside steps to which the dog(s) have access, 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.
• Methods or devices using pain or force on the dog to control the dog, or to deter undesirable behavior is prohibited.
• 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.
• Homes with intact dogs will not be approved for adoption. Exceptions to this policy can be found on the Adoptable Dog Page.

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.

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