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"Buddha", "rudy tootie", "booty boy"...loves hearing his name! This wonderful dog has had a rough start in life. He was a hoarded dog, beat by men, and left to fend for himself. When he came into rescue he was shut down mentally, scared, didnt want to be bothered and wasnt much of an eater. THAT HAS ALL CHANGED!

Currently Buddha is living with 2 other fine female lady dogs...who he adores. He is not hyper in the house, and has blended in well with this foster family. He is shy at first if he doesnt know you but that only lasts 5 minutes if you allow him to come to you. He walks well on a leash, gives kisses, shakes and love to be around his people. Its so amazing to see a dog who just a few months ago couldnt/wouldnt even wag his tail, now do a full body wag and even "smiles" when you first come home. Because of his size he will not be adopted to families with small children.

Some folks think a happy dog has to have a large house and acres to run on, or live on a farm with all the freedom to explore as he wishes. While this environment works for some dogs, this type of lifestyle will not suit Buddha well. He has a prey drive for fast moving animals and doesnt miss much. He is VERY HAPPY to walk the neighborhood on a leash and hang out with his family. Because he is fond of the ladies, and doesnt care much for the fellas he will not make a good dog park dog.

He is 115 lbs of solid muscle. He is also a "head turner". He attracts the attention on a weekly basis of passerbyers on our walks. He even had a local police officer stop to comment on his handsome good looks. Because he is a big, strong boy he is not suitable for just anyone. He will need to handled by an adult, perferably someone with large dog experience.

Buddha really is a delight to live with and has become a neighborhood favorite in his foster home. He travels well, isnt a barker, doesnt chew furniture, is 100% housebroken, and doesnt mind sleeping on the floor in his bed at night.

Tell us a little bit about why you are interested in Buddha by completing an application at www.mastiffstomutts.com We try to place all our dogs with the right family. Our fosters know the dogs best and can tell if its a good match. Nobody wins if the dog doesnt match your lifestyle and you can not keep them. Thank you for considering a rescue dog!

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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