Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
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Story
Hi, I’m Marvin and I'm ready to find my forever home.
Dog’s Name: Marvin
Location: Bourbonnais, IL
Date of Birth: 10/11/2024
Gender: Male
Breed: English Mastiff Mix
Color: Fawn
Dog's Weight: 80
Gets along with:
Dogs?: Continuing with slow introduction, but appears to be excited to see the resident dogs
Cats?: The resident cat will enter Marvin's area to rest. Marvin will sniff the cat and walk away.
Kids?: Hasn't been introduced to children yet
Training:
Leash trained: Walks loose on leash
Potty trained: Indicates a need to potty and doesn’t have indoor accidents
Car: Rides Well in car
Crate/Kennel: Working on crate training. He's anxious at night and it takes him a bit to settle. Once settled, he's fine in the crate.
Meet Marvin
Marvin is settling in beautifully and showing more of his sweet, loving personality every day. He enjoys being close to his person and thrives on connection, making him a loyal companion who just wants to be part of your world.
He walks well on a leash and has been calm and non-reactive to people passing by, even those jogging. In fact, Marvin enjoys picking up the pace and could make a great running partner! He also rides wonderfully in the car and recently charmed everyone at the vet with his friendly, easygoing nature.
Marvin is cat friendly and showing promising signs with other dogs. He has been able to calmly observe and interact through gates and is improving with exposure, though slow, structured introductions will be important as he continues to learn appropriate behaviors. He is also still working through some mounting behaviors, which will benefit from continued training and guidance.
Children seem new to Marvin, and while he is not aggressive, he can be unsure. He tends to observe and assess rather than react, especially outside of confined spaces. Because of this, he may do best in a home with older children or one that can help build his confidence at a comfortable pace.
Marvin loves to play fetch and is beginning to engage with toys like ropes. While he doesn’t yet have formal obedience training, he is already learning commands like sit, lay, and down, and is picking things up quickly. With consistency and structure, he has all the potential to become a very well-mannered companion.
Due to his size and strength, Marvin would do best with an experienced giant breed owner who can provide ongoing training, structure, and guidance. He may do well with other pets and older children with proper introductions, and while a fenced yard is not required, regular exercise and continued training are essential.
Marvin is a loving, eager-to-learn dog with so much potential. With the right home, patience, and commitment, he will grow into an incredible, loyal companion.
Until the profile is removed from the public’s view, this dog is considered available for adoption. To apply to adopt from Just Giants Rescue fill out an online. All approved applications are good for 12 months. All dogs adopted from Just Giants Rescue are up to date on vaccines (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella), microchipped, and spayed or neutered. Some exceptions may apply. All adoption fees are non-refundable; Just Giants is a NFP 501(c)3 organization.
Transportation from the foster home to the adopter is the responsibility of the adopter to coordinate. Just Giants does not adopt outside of the continental US.
To apply to adopt from Just Giants Rescue, you can visit https://justgiants.org/adopt/ to fill out an application.
All dogs adopted from Just Giants Rescue are up to date on shots, microchipped, and spayed or neutered. Some exceptions may apply.
For more information about Just Giants or the dogs we rescue, please visit justgiants.org.
All puppies will be adopted with age-appropriate vaccines and a spay/neuter contract.
Adoption Fees
$750 - 12 months or younger; $150 snip it ticket
$600 - 1 to 3 years old
$500 - 4 to 6 years old
$300 - 7+ years old; includes senior blood panel
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