Moose is a magnificent male Bull Mastiff who was brought to the HSOV on October 24, 2024 by the Washington County Ohio Dog Warden along with Hazard (a male Shepherd) who had also shared his home. Moose was approximately 8-years old at that time. He and Hazard had been kept in safe-keeping custody. Both boys are now available for adoption since their owner surrendered Moose and Hazard to the dog warden/HSOV on September 3, 2025.
Moose has a fawn-colored short smooth coat, a docked tail, and a gorgeous Mastiff face with dark brown eyes, a black mask, black shading on his broad muzzle, a black velvet nose, and short floppy ears.
Moose and Hazard have shared a large suite in our Safe-Keeping Building since their arrival where they have access to a private outdoor 'patio'.
Moose and Hazard are being listed as a Bonded Pair since we feel that it it is their best interest to find another home together.
Moose weighed 92 lbs when he entered our shelter on October 24, 2024, and he had already been neutered. Moose appears to have gained a few pounds in the past year (smile).
These updated photos of Moose were taken on September 28, 2025. Thanks to HSOV Volunteer Angel Grosklos for accompanying Moose for more flattering outdoor photos.
Moose is a wanna-be lap dog, and he loved to demonstrate how proficient he was at being a 'good boy' and shaking paws with Angel .. In fact nearly half of his photos were demonstrating how well he could shake paws
Since Moose and Hazard are so bonded with each other, Angel and HSOV Volunteer Jennie Payton Sherrard teamed up to walk the boys together from their 'bachelor pad' in the Safe Haven Building so that they did not have to be separated from each other.
Both Moose and Hazard have extra-friendly dispositions and super-sweet personalities. They were in 'seventh heaven' during their photo session and loved being showered with attention from Angel and Jennie.
Their previous owner shared this information about Hazard and Moose:
"They are amazing and sweet dogs!!! They love cuddles and treats!!! Hazard aka Hazzy is extremely scared of thunderstorms, loves raw green and red bell peppers, they both love watermelon. Hazard loves balls, and squeaky toys.
Moose has one stuffed animal which he has loved all his life and you can get it at chewy, because it gets gross and will need replaced after being washed a hundred times. Hazard is a big talker, Moose is very laid back and quiet. They are quite the odd couple, but love each other dearly!!! They are the best dogs in the world!!!"
Moose is a magnificent male Bull Mastiff who was brought to the HSOV on October 24, 2024 by the Washington County Ohio Dog Warden along with Hazard (a male Shepherd) who had also shared his home. Moose was approximately 8-years old at that time. He and Hazard had been kept in safe-keeping custody. Both boys are now available for adoption since their owner surrendered Moose and Hazard to the dog warden/HSOV on September 3, 2025.
Moose has a fawn-colored short smooth coat, a docked tail, and a gorgeous Mastiff face with dark brown eyes, a black mask, black shading on his broad muzzle, a black velvet nose, and short floppy ears.
Moose and Hazard have shared a large suite in our Safe-Keeping Building since their arrival where they have access to a private outdoor 'patio'.
Moose and Hazard are being listed as a Bonded Pair since we feel that it it is their best interest to find another home together.
Moose weighed 92 lbs when he entered our shelter on October 24, 2024, and he had already been neutered. Moose appears to have gained a few pounds in the past year (smile).
These updated photos of Moose were taken on September 28, 2025. Thanks to HSOV Volunteer Angel Grosklos for accompanying Moose for more flattering outdoor photos.
Moose is a wanna-be lap dog, and he loved to demonstrate how proficient he was at being a 'good boy' and shaking paws with Angel .. In fact nearly half of his photos were demonstrating how well he could shake paws
Since Moose and Hazard are so bonded with each other, Angel and HSOV Volunteer Jennie Payton Sherrard teamed up to walk the boys together from their 'bachelor pad' in the Safe Haven Building so that they did not have to be separated from each other.
Both Moose and Hazard have extra-friendly dispositions and super-sweet personalities. They were in 'seventh heaven' during their photo session and loved being showered with attention from Angel and Jennie.
Their previous owner shared this information about Hazard and Moose:
"They are amazing and sweet dogs!!! They love cuddles and treats!!! Hazard aka Hazzy is extremely scared of thunderstorms, loves raw green and red bell peppers, they both love watermelon. Hazard loves balls, and squeaky toys.
Moose has one stuffed animal which he has loved all his life and you can get it at chewy, because it gets gross and will need replaced after being washed a hundred times. Hazard is a big talker, Moose is very laid back and quiet. They are quite the odd couple, but love each other dearly!!! They are the best dogs in the world!!!"
The HSOV Adoption application is available at our shelter during normal hours of operation and may also be completed online via our website.
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Approve Application
Shelter management reviews applications for approval. If approved, potential adopters will be notified.
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Take the Pet Home
All HSOV dogs and cats must be spayed/neutered before being adopted and going to their new home.
Additional adoption info
Our adoption process includes an adoption application which must be completed and approved by our shelter management. We verify veterinarian references and also approval from landlords if the pet will be housed in rental property. Home visits may also be required prior to adoption. All dogs/cats must be spayed/neutered before being adopted.
Adoption fee for dogs is $150.00 which includes vaccinations, wormer, flea treatment, dog tag, microchip, and spay/neuter.
Adoption fee for cats is $40 and includes vaccinations, wormer, flea treatment, and spay/neuter. Most adult cats (and kittens over 3-months of age) have already been spayed/neutered.
Adoption fees for other species varies.
Our adoption process includes an adoption application which must be completed and approved by our shelter management. We verify veterinarian references and also approval from landlords if the pet will be housed in rental property. Home visits may also be required prior to adoption. All dogs/cats must be spayed/neutered before being adopted.
Adoption fee for dogs is $150.00 which includes vaccinations, wormer, flea treatment, dog tag, microchip, and spay/neuter.
Adoption fee for cats is $40 and includes vaccinations, wormer, flea treatment, and spay/neuter. Most adult cats (and kittens over 3-months of age) have already been spayed/neutered.
We are located at 90 Mt. Tom Rd. in Marietta ,Ohio 45750. We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00am to 5:00pm; Sunday from Noon to 3:00pm. . Closed on Monday..
We are located at 90 Mt. Tom Rd. in Marietta ,Ohio 45750. We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00am to 5:00pm; Sunday from Noon to 3:00pm. . Closed on Monday..
More about this shelter
We are a non-profit shelter giving refuge to homeless and abandoned animals in Washington County Ohio. We strive to make their time here as comfortable as possible. We work very hard with our rescue groups to move our animals quickly and safely. We do this because we work for those who have no voice.
Rescue groups are encouraged to contact our Canine Rescue Coordinator (rescue@hsov.org) or Feline Rescue Coordinator (sharonpaul2@suddenlink.net)
We are a non-profit shelter giving refuge to homeless and abandoned animals in Washington County Ohio. We strive to make their time here as comfortable as possible. We work very hard with our rescue groups to move our animals quickly and safely. We do this because we work for those who have no voice.
Rescue groups are encouraged to contact our Canine Rescue Coordinator (rescue@hsov.org) or Feline Rescue Coordinator (sharonpaul2@suddenlink.net)
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We'll also keep you updated on Moose (Neutered)'s adoption status with email updates.
