Uncle Joe is the kind of dog who feels familiar in the best way – he's steady, polite, and quietly charming, with a goofy side and perfect timing. Estimated to be around 7 years old and weighing 78 lbs, Uncle Joe is a mature lab/mastiff mix (?) who has fully entered his peaceful companion era. He walks beautifully on leash, rides calmly in the car, and is wonderfully easy to be around. He loves playing with his ball and can catch it... sometimes. When he misses (which happens often), the chase that follows is pure comedy – earnest, determined, and impossible not to laugh at. Joe is currently in a foster home where his personality truly shines. At home, he enjoys carrying toys around and is known for sneaking kisses when the moment feels right. While he may come off a bit aloof at first in new environments, he is genuinely good with people and warms up quickly with gentle introductions. Once he has introduced himself, he leans into affection with a sneaky kiss or two and shows his soft, sweet side in quiet ways.
Ideal Home
Uncle Joe is looking to be the only pet in the home – no other dogs and no cats. This isn't about reactivity, but rather his preference for being a solo companion. Because of his size and thoughtful nature, Uncle Joe would do best with older kids who understand boundaries and can give him a little space as he settles in. He would do well in a home or potentially an apartment as he is not demanding, noisy, or looking for an action-packed lifestyle.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions were mentioned in the listing.
Training & Support
Joe walks beautifully on leash and rides calmly in the car. He is described as being wonderfully easy to be around.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- The adoption fee is $900, which includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter, flea prevention, a 12 month heartworm preventative injectable, heartworm test and treatment if needed, a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality nylon Martingale collar, a health certificate deeming the pup healthy for travel, cost of transport, and priceless years of love and loyal companionship).
- A $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.
Transportation
Uncle Joe is located in Texas. We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system, ensuring every pet travels safely and comfortably with 24/7 care. Our transport includes drop off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada (pick up in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT for Canadian adopters). You will have the opportunity to track their journey in real time, see photo updates, learn fun facts, and connect with fellow adopters and fosters through our private Facebook event page. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
