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Gunner is a super guy whose pictures really don't do him justice. What you can't see, along with his glossy black coat, is that the tips of the hair on his tail are golden, as are the backs of his legs. What a combination! Many of us would pay a great deal at a salon for this look! Barely a year old and just out of puppyhood, he has an incredible personality. Friendly and outgoing, he is also very trainable. He is ready and eager to learn anything you want to teach him. Do you see how his tail is somewhat blurred in his picture? That's because it is wagging so hard! He does that a lot. It means pure joy at simply being alive. And when he looks upon someone who cares for him, it means "I love you" He is currently living with his best friend, Rutger, also listed on our site, and he just adores him. He has learned to be a could canine friend and would be a great companion for a current dog you already have, or can be adopted with his best friend and idol, Rutger. A ready made family of happy dogs! He loves to ride in vehicle and to have fun! In fact, he loves to do anything his person wants to do. He would so enjoy going for walks or runs with you, biking, hiking, camping, or just playing with a ball in your backyard. Picture him curled up at your feet each evening, and at your side during the day.

 

Gunnar is in a foster home and loving life with his 4 legged pals.... and he LOVES playing in the little kiddie pool... he made himself right at home and will quickly get up to a good weight (he's underweight right now). He's a really super dog...
RECENT UPDATE FROM HIS FOSTER He gets so excited around people, but he only wants a hug, not being mean at all.  No meaness anywhere in this dog.  He is 98% housebroken, which is really great, and the few accidents that there are happen when I am not there and he just "has" to go! So, he's learning really fast on this one. Gunnar also knows sit, paw, lie down, stay (not for long, but he knows to put his butt on the floor), always comes when called.  He has so much to offer..... like a sponge, he is so easy to train. He wants to please.

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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