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Wally was raised in a family and became a happy, well socialized little guy. All the world was a wonderful place for Wally. Everyone loved Wally and he loved them right back, with all his Doxie moxie. Then came that terrible day. Something, or someone, savaged him, leaving his small body nearly torn to pieces. Rushed to the vet, he was carefully put back together by skilled hands. All healed, he was ready to go back home. And then the unthinkable happened. Much worse than the tearing of his flesh, his family said they didn't want him any more. He had fought through all the pain of his body and come out whole, but now his loyal heart broke. There was no longer any place to go home to. Wally is currently surrounded by people who care for him, but it is not the same thing as having his own family. When he forgets that he has been abandoned, the staff says he is very playful, "like a puppy", said one of them. They also say he absoutely loves to be everywhere people are, and that when someone is kind to him, he becomes their "little shadow". His greatest wish is to be a lap dog and he is never happier than when he is near a human who will pet him. He responds by giving many kisses in thanks. Dogs are motinvated by many things. Wally is motivated by love. He will do whatever it takes to get the most of it possible. If he could speak for himself, he would also add that treats are right up there on the list. He LOVES treats. He loves other dogs, travels very well in a car, and is even crate trained. So young, barely only two years old, he lacks only one thing in his life, a place to call home. Maybe Wally is exactly the new family member you are looking for and your house will become the safe and loving home he dreams about.

The adoption donation is $225
Adoption Donations:
Please know that 100% of our funds are used for vetting the dogs.

Our rescue policy requires the following:
*All references must be checked before any visitation of the dog is permintted at the foster home.
*A visit to the applicant's home when all members are present.
*Homes with small children must have a fenced yard.
*Any dog(s) in the applicant's home must have an introductory meeting with the rescue dog being applied for before any adoption can be completed.

For additional information please contact:
pegbenoit@yahoo.com

Good with Dogs, Good with Kids

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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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