Paloma is an absolutely wonderful 1.5-year-old, 74lb Cane Corso mix who embodies everything people love about mastiff breeds. She is incredibly loyal, bonds deeply with her person, and is strong-willed and very smart, with the cutest body wiggles you've ever seen! Paloma was returned to us by her previous owner because they didn't have time for her and kept her as an outside dog. She was understandably scared and confused, but we're suckers for big babies and love a mastiff! In foster care, she has shown us just how wonderful she is, being extremely friendly with all people and showing zero signs of stranger danger. She is also terrific with other playful dogs around her size, though she does have a more alpha personality, so she'd do best in a home with a more neutral or submissive dog. Due to her high prey drive, she cannot live with cats. Paloma loves to train and is very in tune with her foster, responding readily to sounds and redirecting easily. We believe she has the potential to be a service dog! She is a high-energy young dog looking for an active home where she can get the exercise she needs, at least 1.5 hours per day. When she's getting enough exercise, she loves to cuddle and can be very chill. Mastiffs and large breeds require a specific type of owner who is willing to work with their dog daily to provide them with the fulfillment they need. Paloma thrives on routine and exercise, and when given that, she will give you the world!
Ideal Home
Paloma needs an active home that can provide at least 1.5 hours of cumulative exercise per day. She would do best in a home with a neutral or submissive dog and no cats.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned.
Training & Support
Paloma is working on leash and crate training. Her adopter should be dedicated to continuing leash training with redirection and should be excited and willing to help her work through crate training, which involves some initial vocalization if she hasn't had enough exercise. She is potty trained but may pee with excitement in her crate if out of routine.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- If our team thinks you could be a good fit, our Adoptions Director will email you to set up a Zoom call, the first step in our consideration process.
Transporation
All dogs are fostered in Houston, TX. However, we work with trusted transport partners to transport our dogs to over 30 cities in the United States. Adopters are also always encouraged to come to Houston to pick up the pup and bring them home. Once an adoption is confirmed, our team will work with you to determine the best transport schedule.
