Dogue de Bordeaux puppies and dogs in Virginia

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Fill out an Adoption Application Looking at Diesel today you would not see the emaciated backyard dog he was when he came to us. What you will see is a happy, handsome Dogue De Bordeaux. The name Diesel belongs to an unloved, forgotten dog; this handsome, sensitive dog deserves a new name given to him by his new loving family. HISTORY: A good Samaritan saw a skinny dog and asked if he could have the dog. Unfortunately, even too thin Diesel was too big for an apartment, luckily the good Samaritan found Mastiffs to Mutts Rescue. On the drive to his foster home Diesel had a deep cough that was worrisome. His initial vet visit ruled out heart worms but his bloodwork indicated a slightly elevated marker that could indicate a heart issue. The Veterinarian’s staff recommended a cardiologist that was able to rule out any heart issues but their x-rays showed bronchitis. More extensive x-rays confirmed bronchitis due to allergies. MTM happily spent well over $1500 ensuring that Diesel simply has an allergy that is easily managed with one medicine a day. PERSONALITY: Diesel is the full package. He is calm, gentle, loving and cuddly. He is open and friendly with every human and dog he meets and he loves kids. The foster family he’s staying with took in a senior dog and Diesel instantly accepted her as a friend. They often sleep touching each other. FAVORITE ACTIVITIES: Diesel loves ear rubs, belly scratches and living indoors. Diesel enjoys the mattress in his crate and will go there to sleep during the day. MEDICAL ISSUES: As is typical with Mastiffs Diesel has a chicken allergy. He is also allergic to something environmental that had him suffering with ear infections and hair loss. Since going on Apoquel Diesel’s ears are clean and his coat is a gorgeous deep, healthy red. Diesel will need a chicken free diet and Apoquel to stay the healthy, handsome boy that he is, but that is a very small price to pay for the joy he will bring to his forever home. Diesel has put on 20 pounds since coming to MTM and is now a healthy 121 pounds. Diesel has been neutered. WHAT WOULD BE THE BEST KIND OF HOME: For all that he’s been through, Diesel is a remarkably calm and balanced dog. He’d be fine as an only dog but loves to play so a housemate or friend to play with would be great too. He is comfortable both crated or free in the house. Diesel is a wonderful, loving dog. He is a playful couch potato, he loves to lay touching his human but also sleeping alone in his crate. He loves car rides and meeting people. He makes everyone he meets smile and will warm your heart every day.Click here to watch a video of Diesel.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. Application Fees, Adoption Donations and Rescue Policy: Please know that 100% of our fees and donations pay for the costs of rescuing dogs. These include but are not limited to pull fees from shelters, veterinary examinations, vaccinations, medications and care, microchips, neuter/spay surgeries, heartworm treatments, behavior evaluations, and foster care, as needed. Important notes before applying. Approved adopters must have their primary residence in one of the following states: Delaware, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, and parts of North Carolina and Kentucky. You must be at least 21 years of age to apply and legally sign our contract for adoption. Applications must be completed by the homeowner.  We do not adopt giant breed dogs to renters. If you are renting, and you are applying to adopt a dog that is not a giant breed, permission to adopt an animal must be obtained from the landlord or property owner. We do not adopt giant breed dogs to homes with children under 6 years of age. Homes with children should have a fenced yard. Applications will be denied if anyone residing in the household has a record indicating drug/alcohol abuse, theft, or violence. Pets currently in the applicant's home must have a history of appropriate veterinary care. Homes with intact dogs will not be approved for adoption.  Proof of any of the following exceptions is required: The intact dog is a working member of a law enforcement, or search and rescue/recovery team. The intact dog is registered under the auspices of the American Kennel Club and is actively being shown. A veterinarian has determined the sterilization procedure would harm the intact dog.  We believe in Force Free Training Methods and do not approve of methods or devices using pain or force to control the dog, or to deter undesirable behavior.  Homes with highly varnished steps must have carpeting, securely fixed stair treads, or a non-skid surface. **We encourage you to remediate potential safety issues while your application is under review, prior to the home visit. ​Any inside steps to which the dog(s) have access, must have carpeting, securely fixed stair treads, or a non-skid surface. Homes with highly varnished floors must have non-slip area rugs or mats wherever your animal walks or rests frequently.  **Puppy Adoption Policy** To ensure proper house training and socialization, puppies will only be adopted to homes where an adult will not be away more than an hour per day, per month of age of the puppy, up to 6 months. Certain large-breed dogs should not be sterilized prior to 12 - 18 months of age.  If you adopt an intact puppy, you will sign an adoption contract agreeing to have the dog sterilized at your expense at the time your veterinarian recommends. Proof of sterilization must be provided to Mastiffs To Mutts Rescue as soon as the procedure is completed.  If the puppy is not sterilized as required, Mastiffs To Mutts Rescue reserves the right to claim legal ownership of the dog.  For additional information please review our FAQs or contact mastiffstomutts@gmail.com **Mastiffs To Mutts Rescue reserves the right to approve or deny any adoption that occurs through this organization without disclosure.  We reserve the right to make exceptions for special circumstances. **PA Kennel License: 05845   April 18, 2026, 9:50 am