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. Want to see Uncle Joe hilariously try to catch a ball and then chase it around? If so, check out his YouTube video - https://youtu.be/PmtVdUWLv-E. His entertainment value is undeniable!
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 fostered in a loving home where his personality really shines. At home, he enjoys carrying toys around in his mouth 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. He can coexist calmly on leash around other dogs and is easy to manage in public, but he's most relaxed and content when he doesn't have to share his space. 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 could do well in a home or potentially an apartment. He's not demanding, not noisy, and not looking for an action-packed lifestyle - just good walks, the occasional car ride (to the beach maybe?), a few laughs over his ball antics, and a person who appreciates a dog with a little depth.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned in the listing.
Training & Support
Uncle Joe walks beautifully on leash. He is not demanding, not noisy, and not looking for an action-packed lifestyle.
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).
- There is an additional $87 surcharge for transportation.
Transporation
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). Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
