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! 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. The question mark is to acknowledge we cannot guarantee those details given he is a rescue; breed and birthday are educated observations at best. Joe 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. Uncle Joe isn't asking for chaos or constant company. Instead, he is offering you his paw in a quiet, lifelong partnership built on patience, loyalty, and a whole lot of heart.
Ideal Home
Uncle Joe would do best with older kids who understand boundaries and can give him a little space as he settles in. He is looking to be the only pet in the home – no other dogs and no cats.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions were mentioned.
Training & Support
Joe walks beautifully on leash and rides calmly in the car. 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.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- A video call will be held with your pet before the adoption is finalized.
- The adoption fee is $900, which includes all vetting, microchip, transport, and more.
- Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
Transporation
We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system. This 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). An $87 surcharge applies due to rising transportation costs.
