I became involved in rescue because of my first Mastiff, NOLA. He was a sickly puppy who spent lots of time at the vet’s office and the breeder wasn’t helpful. I had never heard of dog rescue until the day that my neighborhood dog boutique owner said, “Wow. Most people who have had the problems you have with NOLA would have dumped him at the shelter or a rescue.” I went home and did my research about Mastiff rescue that same night, not to surrender my baby to a rescue, but to offer them any help I could give them. That’s when my life went to the dogs. I started by helping with events and home visits which quickly was followed by fostering. I honestly lost count of the number of foster dogs that have come through my home but I have loved them all as my own. Some only stayed a few days, some stayed for years, and some have stayed until the their pain was too great and it was time to humanely end their suffering. When people ask why I do it, my first response is always, “I must be atoning for some horrible things I had done in a past life!” In all honestly, I do it because I love it and I cannot imagine a life where I am not trying to help any Mastiff in need. I live with the most patient and tolerant husband ever who never bats an eye when I bring home another Mastiff (or two or three) plus Henry, who is afraid of floors, and Mac, aka The Kool-Aid Man because he crashes through everything, who are both GLMR alumni and foster failures.
You must be at least 21 years of age to submit an application. A volunteer will follow up with you to understand your situation and desire. We are very careful about our placements, so please understand that there will be a number of steps to complete including a home visit, the submission of veterinary records, and reference checks. If you are renting you will need to provide written assurance from your landlord that large breed dogs are allowed in your home. There is an adoption fee of $450 for adult Mastiffs, $550 for Mastiffs under one year of age and Mastiffs 6 years or older are $300. Please note that we rarely have Mastiff puppies in rescue.