Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Story
Hi, I’m Delilah. I'm still recovering from TPL surgery, but I'll be ready for my forever home soon. Please click adopt to get your application approved.
Name: Delilah
Location: Lake Station, IN
Date of Birth: 02/01/2024
Gender: Female
Breed: Neapolitan Mastiff
Color: Black
Dog's Weight: 116
Gets along with:
Dogs?: Very dog friendly, but needs a slow introductioin to dominate dogs
Cats?: We have had multiple interactions and though she might be interested in a chase, she is good with cats.
Kids?: Not yet
Training:
Crate/Kennel: Goes into crate/kennel on command
She has made HUGE strides on car rides and she is good on least...most of the time.
Meet Delilah!
Delilah is a deeply loyal, sensitive soul who forms bonds that are nothing short of extraordinary. She may not be the type to greet you with instant kisses—but when she chooses you, she chooses you completely.
Delilah does not trust easily, especially with men, and she will need patience, understanding, and a calm environment to feel secure. She relies heavily on her crate as her safe space and is 100% dependent on it to decompress and feel protected. For Delilah, her crate isn’t just a training tool—it’s her comfort zone, her retreat, and her security blanket.
But here’s the beautiful part: once Delilah decides you are her person, the transformation is incredible. It’s not gradual. One day she may still be unsure… and the next, she trusts you completely. And when she trusts you? She gives her whole heart.
She currently trusts three people and treats them all equally—with full devotion. She happily sleeps upside down with her head on her trusted human’s chest, snoring contentedly for at least an hour each day. It’s her way of saying, “You’re mine, and I feel safe.”
Delilah loves squeaky toys (the squeakier, the better!), gentle attention, food, and being close to her humans
Delilah’s perfect adopter is some who understands that love like hers is earned—and so worth it. They must be patient, unwaivering trust that this is a non-violent fear, and be committed to socializing her slowly and responsibly - using a muzzle for portection while she builds confidence.
Delilah loves unconditionally, but she needs patience to get there. She is not reactive out of aggression; her hesitation comes from fear and uncertainty. With consistency, structure, and compassionate leadership, she blossoms beautifully.
A good, confident fur-buddy (or even two or three!) certainly wouldn’t hurt. Having stable canine companions can help her continue building confidence in a safe and supportive way.
Delilah isn’t for everyone—and that’s okay. She’s waiting for someone who sees past the fear and into the devoted, snuggly, upside-down-sleeping sweetheart she truly is. And when she finds her person, she will love them with everything she has.
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. Meet and greets can be scheduled with approved adopters. 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.
Meet and greets can be scheduled with approved adopters.
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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