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Saint Bernard (medium coat)  : :  Male (neutered)  : :  Adult  : :  Large


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About Kenai

  • Housetrained: Yes
Kenai is located in Ellicot City, MD.

Kenai is a huge, loving cuddle bug. He's a head-turner every time he goes out! He is SUPER friendly with everyone and stands still for head pets.  Kenai is very good with kids and adults. He's a poster child during walks. Kenai is super good-looking and a silly pup. He might be 4 years old, but he acts like a 1 year old. He's pure joy to be with.

Likes: Kenai loves to lie down next to you, snuggle, or just hang out with you. He is not particular about toys but loves his bones. He is happy to just lie around inside the house or outside in the yard. He does gets his zoomies every day.  He loves you chasing him around.

Dislikes:  Kenai hates to be alone when his family is around. He's perfectly OK to stay home alone, but if you are home he would like to sit quietly by your side. 

Personality: Kenai is super chill and low maintenance. He enjoys the company of people. He has an easy-going, no-fuss attitude all the time. He loves to walk and explore the world with his person. He will not run too far or away from his people. He is a sucker for belly rubs but not food motivated. 

Temperament: He's a very easy-going, lucky boy. He will get the Zoomies and will jump on all fours like a bunny, alway ready for belly rubs and enjoys the outdoors. 

Energy level: Kenai could be a hiking bud in the cooler weather.  He hates it when it's hot! He is always ready for a walk and socializing.  He could be a coach potato if need be, but surely loves to be outside by your side. 

Favorite activities: Kenai loves to walk in the backyard behind you and sleep next to you. He also enjoys chewing on bones. He does patrol his territory when he is outside, as an good dog does!

Good with cats, dogs, and kids (over 6) ?: Kenai is very good with kids. Dogs and cats with slow introduction.  He is scared of dogs and would bark and curious about cats. 

Not good with:  New dogs that are dominant.

House-trained: Yes

Crate trained: No and it's not recommended as he hates it and will find a way to get out, cry and whine. 

Requires a fenced yard (physical fence and or invisible fence)?: A fenced yard would be nice for Kenai but is not necessary. He likes to lie outside for long periods of time and likes to patrol his territory. He will not run away. 

Walks well on a leash?: Yes, very well. If he sees a dog on his walk he will bark, but a "leave it" command will stop him from barking. He's a very good listener.

Challenges: Kenai  needs some outdoor time daily. He seems to get super restless when he has not had his walks. He needs slow introductions with dogs that makes it hard to take him on walks that have dogs off the leash. He is quick to learn and thrives with consistency. 

Any medical issues?: He was Lyme positive. Has been treated but will always test positive.  

What would be the best kind of home?: Kenai needs a family where he can be given a lot of attention. An only dog home would be preferred as he takes some time to warm up to other dogs. He's fine with his foster brother after 2 months, but it took time and patience. Kenai is a super sweet gem of a boy looking to lounge around with someone part time and explore on walks part time. If you're looking for a handsome wingman, or someone to get you up and moving outdoors, or you're the caretaker type who LOVES to give others attention - this boy is for you! 

 

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.

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.
  • 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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