Neapolitan Mastiff puppies and dogs in La Verne, California

🐾 OBERON — THE GENTLE GIANT WHO MAKES THE WORLD SLOW DOWN ❤️ 123+ Pounds of Love, Wisdom, and Pure Mastiff Magic! 📍 Upland Animal Shelter — Upland, CA 🐾 Animal ID: IEPA-A-19574 🐕 Breed: Neapolitan Mastiff Mix 💙 Sex: Male (Neutered) 🎂 Age: Approximately 6 years ⚖️ Weight: 123 lbs at intake; currently estimated at nearly 140 lbs 📅 At the Shelter Since: August 8, 2026 🏡 Adoption Status: Neutered and ready for his forever home! ❤️ MEET OBERON — A DOG UNLIKE ANY OTHER Some dogs make you smile. Some dogs make you laugh. And then there are dogs like Oberon, who make you forget everything else happening in the world. At first glance, Oberon can be intimidating. His enormous size, powerful build, cropped ears, and majestic appearance might make you think you're standing before a formidable guardian. But give him a few seconds. Just a few seconds. And you'll discover something extraordinary. Behind that imposing appearance lives one of the gentlest, calmest, most affectionate, and beautifully behaved dogs you could ever hope to meet. Oberon is not simply a big dog. He's a big dog with an even bigger heart. ❤️ 🌎 WHEN OBERON IS AROUND, THE WORLD SLOWS DOWN There is something almost magical about spending time with Oberon. Watching him walk peacefully around the play yard, watching him run after his enormous balls (yes, we're talking about balls nearly a foot in diameter!), watching him approach you for affection... Everything seems to happen in slow motion. His movements are gentle and fluid. His personality is calm and joyful. Even his excitement has a certain dignity. It's as though Oberon carries his own peaceful rhythm through life, and somehow, when you're with him, you begin to follow that rhythm too. The noise of the world fades away. The worries of the day become smaller. And for a little while, there's nothing more important than enjoying the company of a wonderful dog. Oberon doesn't just make you feel loved. He makes you feel peaceful. ❤️ 🎾 BIG DOG. BIG TOYS. BIG FUN! Don't let his calm personality fool you! Oberon absolutely loves to play. And naturally, a dog his size needs toys worthy of his enthusiasm! His favorites include enormous balls, some almost 12 inches in diameter. Watching this magnificent giant chasing and playing with them is an unforgettable sight. 💦 And then there's the water! Oberon LOVES drinking directly from the garden hose. Giving him a bath can become an adventure of its own. He enjoys the water, and if you're the person holding the hose, there's an excellent chance you'll end up getting a bath yourself! But that's part of the fun. Oberon knows how to enjoy life's simple pleasures, and he has a wonderful way of making everyone around him enjoy them too. 🧠 A GENTLEMAN WITH BRAINS! Oberon isn't just handsome and affectionate. He's remarkably intelligent, attentive, and eager to please. He already knows several commands, including: 🐾 Sit 🐾 Down 🐾 Paw 🐾 Stay 🐾 Come And he's more than capable of learning additional commands. His secret motivation? TREATS! 🦴 Oberon absolutely loves them! Given the opportunity, he might happily eat a mountain of treats. But what makes him so special is how gently he accepts them. Despite his enormous head and powerful jaws, he takes treats with remarkable delicacy. He responds beautifully to positive reinforcement, and training with him is a pleasure. His future family will discover a dog who genuinely enjoys interacting, learning, and cooperating with his people. 🥰 THE WORLD'S BIGGEST LAP DOG? Well... perhaps not literally the biggest. But Oberon certainly deserves a place among the contenders! When this magnificent fellow begins walking toward you with the slow, peaceful confidence of a lion, you can usually guess what he's looking for. Affection. And lots of it! ❤️ Gentle petting ❤️ Ear scratches ❤️ Relaxing massages ❤️ Belly rubs ❤️ A comfortable place to rest his enormous head Oberon loves being close to his people. Sometimes he'll simply settle beside you, place that enormous head in your lap, and quietly enjoy your company. He doesn't need constant excitement or entertainment. He understands something that humans sometimes forget: Good friendship doesn't always need words, activities, or excitement. Sometimes, simply being together is enough. And Oberon is exceptionally good at simply being together. 🚶 A GENTLE GIANT ON WALKS — WITH ONE IMPORTANT EXCEPTION! Despite his tremendous size, Oberon generally walks beautifully on a leash. He's calm, cooperative, and often happy to walk right beside his handler. However, there's something every potential adopter must understand. 🐿️ SQUIRRELS! Oberon has a high prey drive, and squirrels are particularly exciting to him. When he spots one, his enthusiasm can suddenly remind you that you're holding the leash of an extraordinarily powerful dog! For this reason, Oberon needs someone physically capable of managing his size and strength, attentive to the surroundings, and experienced with large, powerful breeds. A properly fitted harness, proactive handling, and early redirection are strongly recommended. The good news? Oberon responds well to redirection when his handler recognizes distractions early and helps him refocus. With knowledgeable handling, walks with Oberon can be peaceful and deeply enjoyable. . 🏡 WHAT KIND OF HOME WOULD MAKE OBERON HAPPY? Oberon has many wonderful qualities that could make him an exceptional companion. He's: 💚 Calm and affectionate 💚 Housetrained 💚 Intelligent and responsive 💚 Gentle when accepting treats 💚 Playful without being constantly hyperactive 💚 Social and people-oriented 💚 Comfortable with handling and affection 💚 A staff and volunteer favorite 💚 Neutered and ready for adoption However, loving Oberon also means understanding the responsibilities of sharing your life with a giant breed. 🐕 Giant-breed experience strongly preferred. Oberon's size and strength require knowledgeable, confident handling, appropriate equipment, and a home prepared for a very large dog. 👨‍👩‍👧 Children ages 13 and older. Oberon has shown a wonderfully gentle personality, but his sheer size means he could accidentally knock over a smaller child. The shelter recommends homes with children ages 13 and older. All interactions should be appropriately supervised. 🐈 No cats or small animals. Oberon has a high prey drive and is not suitable for a home with cats. 🐕 Other dogs: Evaluation pending. Oberon has not yet completed formal dog compatibility testing. Encouragingly, he has not shown reactivity toward other dogs during walks in the park or on neighborhood streets. However, this does not establish compatibility for living with another dog. Because of his extraordinary size and strength, a carefully managed professional compatibility assessment is strongly recommended before considering a multi-dog household. 💦 And yes... HE DROOLS! Let's talk about one of the great traditions of Mastiff ownership. Drool. Oberon has plenty of it! On your hands, your clothes, your lap, the floor, perhaps the sofa... And when he shakes that magnificent head, you may discover that Mastiff drool has an impressive traveling distance! Experienced Mastiff lovers know the secret: A little drool is a very small price to pay for the extraordinary affection, companionship, and joy these dogs bring into a home. If a spotless sofa is your highest priority, Oberon may not be your ideal match. But if your highest priority is a beautiful friendship with a magnificent dog... You might just have found your soulmate. ❤️ 💙 WHY OBERON IS SO SPECIAL Ask the volunteers who spend time with Oberon, and you'll discover that this enormous fellow has a remarkable ability to capture people's hearts. One volunteer who knows him especially well describes their time together as something almost impossible to put into words. Despite being considerably smaller than Oberon, this volunteer has enjoyed countless peaceful walks, play sessions, training moments, and quiet afternoons with him. Not because Oberon is small or weak. Quite the opposite. Because Oberon combines extraordinary physical power with an equally extraordinary gentleness. Of course, responsible handling and giant-breed experience remain essential. But there's something deeply moving about watching such a powerful animal choose to be so gentle. And perhaps that is Oberon's greatest gift. He reminds us that strength and tenderness are not opposites. They can exist together. Beautifully. ❤️ SOMEWHERE, THERE IS A PERSON WAITING FOR OBERON Somewhere, there is someone who understands giant breeds. Someone who doesn't mind a little drool. Someone who will laugh when the garden hose becomes a water party. Someone who will enjoy watching an enormous Mastiff chase an equally enormous ball. Someone who knows that a peaceful walk, a gentle head resting in your lap, and a quiet afternoon together can be among life's greatest pleasures. And somewhere, that person has a place in their home and heart for Oberon. Oberon doesn't need to become a different dog to be loved. He simply needs someone who understands how wonderful the dog he already is can be. And when that person finally finds him, they won't just be adopting a magnificent Mastiff. They'll be welcoming home a loyal companion, a gentle friend, and a truly unforgettable soul. 🐾 Come meet Oberon at Upland Animal Shelter. Spend a little time with him. Watch him play. Offer him a treat. Sit beside him and let him rest that enormous head in your lap. And discover for yourself what makes this gentle giant so extraordinary. You may arrive looking for a dog. You may leave having found one of the greatest friendships of your life. ❤️ ________________________________________ 📍 Upland Animal Shelter — Upland, California 🐾 OBERON — Animal ID: IEPA-A-19574 🏡 Neutered and ready for his forever home! 🚐 TRANSPORTATION IS AVAILABLE FOR RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS. 🐾❤️ OBERON — A GIANT IN SIZE. A GENTLEMAN AT HEART. A FRIEND FOR LIFE. ❤️🐾

BONDED WITH STELLA BRENNAN, A142659. MUST BE ADOPTED TOGETHER AND KEPT TOGETHER.Super sweet girls. We think LUNA DALE might be mom. They are strong but loving and enjoy being right by your side. They don`t need tons of space, but a yard where they can go after lounging in the air-conditioned living room, would be ideal. These girls were inside/outside pets before they came to us, so house training issues seem to be worked out. Of course they need to learn the rules at a new home, but they`re pretty smart and should learn quickly.They love to play with toys, and Stella Brennan loves water and can splash in a kiddie pool like no one`s business. This breed is loyal, sensitive, and affectionate and we are hoping that we can find them a home that is able to physically handle two big, strong, girls and give them all of the love that they deserve. 9/1/26 Both are being treated for Giardia currently and medication will be sent home if still testing positive upon adoption. This is a common thing seen in shelter dogs and they usually come in with it. Its easily treatable and nothing to be too concerned over. A medical consultation is available from our Vet Staff if they are not otherwise occupied.If you are wondering about the names, its because we did not know what their names were when they arrived but we were later told they were Stella and Luna. Staff had already named them Brennan and Dale, (yes, we know they are girls) after the movie `Step Brothers`. This is because they play fight like the characters in that movie and are just as goofy. We just combined the names and it stuck.

BONDED WITH LUNA DALE, A142661. MUST BE ADOPTED TOGETHER AND KEPT TOGETHER.Super sweet girls. We think Luna Dale might be mom. They are strong but loving and enjoy being right by your side. They don`t need tons of space, but a yard where they can go after lounging in the air-conditioned living room, would be ideal. These girls were inside/outside pets before they came to us, so house training issues seem to be worked out. Of course they need to learn the rules at a new home, but they`re pretty smart and should learn quickly.They love to play with toys, and Stella Brennan loves water and can splash in a kiddie pool like no one`s business. This breed is loyal, sensitive, and affectionate and we are hoping that we can find them a home that is able to physically handle two big, strong, girls and give them all of the love that they deserve. 9/1/26 Both are being treated for Giardia currently and medication will be sent home if still testing positive upon adoption. This is a common thing seen in shelter dogs and they usually come in with it. Its easily treatable and nothing to be too concerned over. A medical consultation is available from our Vet Staff if they are not otherwise occupied.If you are wondering about the names, its because we did not know what their names were when they arrived but we were later told they were Stella and Luna. Staff had already named them Brennan and Dale, (yes, we know they are girls) after the movie `Step Brothers`. This is because they play fight like the characters in that movie and are just as goofy. We just combined the names and it stuck.

Zen is a 4-year-old male Neo Mastiff mix who’s as big-hearted as he is big in stature. Rescued from a shelter after his previous owners surrendered him for being “too big,” Zen is now on the hunt for his forever home where he can truly shine. Zen is a sweet, playful giant with a lot of energy for his breed. He’s very intelligent and learns quickly, making him a joy to train. However, Zen prefers to be the only dog in the home; he can get jealous and aggressive with other dogs, wanting all the attention for himself. When he's your one and only, he’s incredibly loving and will shower you with affection. Though he’s not reactive to other dogs on leash, Zen does best in a home without canine companions. He appreciates careful introductions to new people, especially those who approach unexpectedly. Zen’s ideal owner will be someone experienced with his breed and capable of continuing his training and socialization. If you’re ready to welcome a devoted and energetic companion into your life, Zen could be the perfect fit. He’s looking for a loving home where he can be the center of attention and enjoy all the love he has to give!

Obi is an energetic young dog (about 1 yr old) who needs a home with lots of love and patience. He was adopted from a shelter at 4 months old. We did a DNA test and found that he is 70% Cane Corse, 25% Neapolitan Mastiff, and 5% Rottweiler. He currently lives with a cat but there’s always supervision. He does chase her around and nips at her but it’s playful, not aggressive. He knows basic commands. Not sure if he’s ok with other dogs. He is crate trained and lives indoors but potty trained (with bells on the backyard door). He’s always been trained with positive reinforcement. He’s very sensitive. He gets about 10 min walks twice a day. Our schedules just became much busier and we, unfortunately, don’t have the time required to take good care of him anymore. He would not be well placed in a home with lots of noise, kids, chaos. He would probably work best in a home with older or no kids.

Meet Bo Breed: Belgian Malinois / Mastiff Mix Sex: Male DOB: August 3, 2022 Weight: 88 Pounds Health: Healthy and doing well Bo is a handsome, intelligent boy with a big heart and an even bigger personality. This energetic Malinois/Mastiff mix combines the loyalty and devotion of both breeds with a playful spirit that makes every day feel like an adventure. Sadly, Bo has become one of the rescue’s long-timers, patiently watching other dogs leave for their forever homes while he continues to wait for someone to notice him. He deserves the chance to finally leave the shelter behind and start the life he’s been hoping for. Personality Bo is affectionate, loyal, and full of joyful energy. He loves interacting with people and thrives on connection and companionship. His playful personality keeps life fun, whether he’s enjoying a walk, learning something new, or simply spending time close to his humans. Bo forms strong bonds and becomes deeply devoted to the people he trusts. His sweet nature and loving heart make him a wonderful companion who truly wants to be part of a family. Breed Info A Belgian Malinois and Mastiff mix combines intelligence, strength, and loyalty. Malinois are known for their sharp minds, trainability, and desire to work closely with their owners, while Mastiffs bring calm confidence and deep devotion to their families. Dogs with this mix tend to be incredibly loyal and thrive when given both mental stimulation and physical activity. With structure and engagement, they become deeply bonded companions who love being involved in daily life. Owner Responsibilities Bo already has a foundation of basic training, but like many intelligent dogs, he will benefit from continued training and mental enrichment. Regular exercise such as daily walks, play sessions, and activities that challenge his mind will help keep him happy and balanced. Positive reinforcement training will strengthen the bond between Bo and his adopter while helping him continue to grow into a confident, well-mannered companion. ⚠️ Things to Consider Before adopting Bo, it’s important to think about your long-term lifestyle and stability. Are pets allowed where you live now and in the future? If you move, will Bo move with you? Do you have the time each day to provide exercise, engagement, and companionship? Are you financially prepared for routine veterinary care, food, and unexpected medical needs? Dogs like Bo deserve a home that is committed to them for life. Vet Care Even though Bo is healthy, adopters should establish care with their own veterinarian soon after adoption. This helps ensure preventative care continues properly and provides a trusted medical partner for Bo’s long-term health and well-being. Understanding the 3-3-3 Rule Like most rescue dogs, Bo will need time to adjust to his new home. The first 3 days he may feel unsure as he decompresses from the transition. The first 3 weeks he will begin learning your routine and feeling more secure. By 3 months, his confidence will grow and his full personality will shine. Patience and consistency during this adjustment period will help Bo thrive. Why Bo? Bo has waited patiently for someone to see the amazing dog he truly is. He is loyal, playful, intelligent, and full of love to give. Long-timer dogs like Bo often become the most devoted companions because they know what it means to finally be chosen. The family who gives Bo his forever home will gain a faithful friend who will stand by their side through every adventure. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting this wonderful dog, please complete an adoption application by visiting: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles–based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle. You may be seeing our dogs listed in your state because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve. We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved. Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest. We can’t wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend. October 13, 2026, 12:23 pm