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Mastiff Dogs For Adoption in Edmond, OK, USA

Winston - Fee waived - Mastiff Dog For Adoption

Mastiff Dogs For Adoption in Edmond, OK, USA

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Nickname
Winston - Fee waived
Breed
Mastiff
Gender
Male
Age
Location
Edmond, OK, 73083, USA

Description

Mastiff Dogs For Adoption in Edmond, OK, USA

Dog Breed: Mastiff. PLEASE NOTE: GPMR communicates primarily by email. If you have any questions regarding one of our Mastiffs, please read their bio and if you still have questions - drop us an email

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at GPMastiffRescuegmail. If you have questions about our adoption procedures, please go to our page called "Adoption Info." We answer email inquiries daily. GPMR does not have a shelter. All of our dogs are kept in loving foster homes. We must have a completed adoption application on file before meeting any of our mastiffs. GPMR adopts to the states of Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, Louisiana and parts of Colorado. !!!Any mastiffs being adopted out of the state of Oklahoma require a health certificate to be paid for by the adopter!!! Winston is part of our "For the Love of Mastiffs" adoption event and his adoption fee is waived! Meet Winston, a handsome English Mastiff with a giant heart to match his size. This sweet boy was surrendered due to his previous owner moving and has been making incredible strides in foster care. Though the transition was tough at first—Winston had not been socialized or trained in his previous home—he has blossomed into a deeply affectionate, loyal, and goofy companion. He’s currently thriving with his foster dad, learning new skills, and enjoying a stable, loving environment. Personality - Calm, loyal, affectionate, and playful once comfortable - Velcro personality — he loves to be close and connected with his person - Loves car rides, pup cups, belly rubs, and playing with his favorite toy. - Enjoys brain games and needs mental stimulation to stay happy - Protective of his home and alert to new visitor Dog & Cat Friendly Winston does well with other dogs after proper introductions. He’s respectful and gentle—even in a recent playgroup where he met over 20 dogs of all sizes (from Chihuahuas to a Great Dane). He’s also cat-tolerant, showing only curiosity when encountering cats on walks. Training & Behavior - Housebroken with no accidents - Crate trained and does well with free roam - Knows sit, down, recall, leave it, and wait - Walks nicely on leash and stays close off-leash - Easily redirected when excited - Can be protective of his food—should be fed in a quiet, separate space Winston has been diagnosed with REM Sleep Startle, a condition where he can react if startled during deep sleep. This is easily managed by simply calling his name before waking him. He responds happily and is improving every day with structure and a designated sleeping area. More on Sleep Startle: hectorsgreyhoundrescue/greyhounds-as-pets/sleep-startle-and-aggression/ Winston’s Ideal Home - Quiet, adult household - Experienced with Mastiffs or large-breed dogs - Limited visitors; slow introductions to new people - A calm, structured environment where Winston can continue to build confidence at his own pace Winston is a special dog looking for a special home. He is loving, protective, and smart—he just needs a patient adopter who understands that big hearts sometimes need a little extra time to open up. If you're ready to meet Winston and make a lifelong connection, apply today. He’s ready to find his forever home—slowly, of course. Winston has been seen by a Veterinary Behaviorist and she has diagnosed him with a REM sleep issue. This just means he goes into a deep sleep quickly and if startled during this sleep he has a reaction. This is also called Sleep Startle. Read more here: hectorsgreyhoundrescue/greyhounds-as-pets/sleep-startle-and-aggression/ This is easily managed. If you are walking by him when he is sleeping just say his name, he will look up and wag his tail and he is fine. Having a specified place for him to sleep will help. We are continuing to work with the behavioralist to find ways to help alleviate this issue. We've already seen improvements on this during the time he's been in our care. He rarely has this reaction anymore while sleeping but it could re-occur with all of the changes that occur during the rehoming process. Winston’s adopter will need to agree to hire a trainer to help work him through his adjustment period. Winston is being fostered in Abilene, TX. Save a Mastiff...Adopt, Foster, Volunteer!

Physical Attributes

Shedding Amount
Yes

Behavioral Characteristics

OK with Dogs
Yes
Activity Level
Moderately Active
Other
Housetrained

Additional Information

Was the Dog Found
No
Up-to-date on Vaccinations
Yes

Rescue Information

Organization name
Great Plains Mastiff Rescue Foundation
Location
Edmond, Oklahoma, 73083
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Ad Statistics

Ad ID
ADN-1426007
Date Listed
07/16/2025
Date Expires
10/14/2025

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  1. Do your research - find out what types of dogs would be a good fit for your lifestyle and the activity level of your family. Also keep in mind the grooming needs of certain breeds that might require frequent maintenance.
  2. Decide what you can handle - before you get sucked in by all the adorable puppy eyes you're about to see, think long and hard about the appropriate age dog for your family or if you are capable of caring for a special needs dog. Puppies are a lot of work, if you don't have time for potty training and obedience classes you'll want to consider an older dog. There are plenty of middle aged, vibrant dogs up for adoption as well as many senior dogs that would be a great fit for a family looking for a more subdued dog with lots of love to give.
  3. Learn about the shelters and their adoption policies - It might be easier to start looking at shelters within a certain radius of home but don't be afraid to venture out to other states as well. Many states have larger populations of adoptable dogs and their shelters are willing to transport pets to suitable adopting families. Some shelters might have requirements for a home visit, a fenced yard or require you to visit the pet multiple times before you commit to adopting. Understand that the shelters are doing their best to place the pets in suitable homes and these requirements are in the best interest of both you and the pet
  4. Start looking… - Once you know what you're looking for and what to expect you can start your search through thousands of adoptable dogs. PuppyFinder allows you to search by age, breed, location and gender.
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