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. 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, the chase that follows is pure comedy – earnest, determined, and impossible not to laugh at! Uncle Joe is estimated to be around 7 years old and weighs 78 lbs. He's a mature lab/mastiff mix (?) who has fully entered his peaceful companion era. 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. Uncle Joe isn't asking for chaos or constant company. Instead, he is offering his paw in a quiet, lifelong partnership built on patience, loyalty, and a whole lot of heart.
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. This isn't about reactivity – it's about preference. Joe knows he thrives as 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 could do well in a home or potentially an apartment.
Ongoing Health
Uncle Joe is a rescue, so his exact breed and birthday are educated observations at best.
Training & Support
Joe walks beautifully on leash and is wonderfully easy to be around. He enjoys carrying toys around in his mouth.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- You will meet your pet through a video call before adoption is finalized.
- The adoption fee is $900 and 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.
Transporation
We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue-run USDA-certified transport system. Drop-off locations include 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.
