Gordo

My story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Fill out an Adoption Application Meet the Toaster Hi. I’m Gordo, and I’m built like a 4-slice toaster with one white hair on my tail. I’m a sweet, independent guy who believes life is best lived at a leisurely pace with plenty of snacks, naps, toys, and occasional investigations into what the humans are doing. Speaking of snacks… I am EXTREMELY food motivated. Treats are basically my love language. They are also an excellent negotiation tool when I’m feeling unsure about someone. Sometimes big men make me a little nervous, but give me some time, patience, and a few tasty bribes, and I’ll decide you’re probably okay. I just need to make that decision myself. I’m also very nosy. If something is happening, I need to know about it. What are you doing? Why are you doing it? What’s in that bag? Did you open the refrigerator? I have questions. I LOVE seeing my humans and I get ridiculously excited when they come home. And because I believe every human deserves to experience my extensive toy collection, I like to greet visitors with show-and-tell.  I like other dogs, LOVE kids, and cats? Couldn’t care less. They exist. I exist. We can peacefully coexist in separate tax brackets. When I’m not conducting toy inventory or supervising household activities, I’m actually pretty lazy. I enjoy relaxing, lounging, and generally conserving my energy for the things that matter like meals and greeting people. I do have one very important emotional-support item: my crow toy. Yes, you read that correctly. I have a crow that I suck on to help me settle down and fall asleep. Is it weird? Absolutely. Is it adorable? Also absolutely. Everyone has their thing. One thing I’m still working on is car rides. They make me anxious, so I need someone patient who will help me feel safe and comfortable as I learn that getting into a vehicle does not mean the world is ending. Overall, I’m a sweet, funny, slightly chunky little guy with a BIG personality. I’m independent but love my people, food motivated but not obnoxious about it, dog-friendly, kid-loving, cat-unbothered, toy-obsessed, and professionally certified in being a lovable, furry cinder block. If you’re looking for a dog who will make you laugh every day, keep tabs on everything happening in your house, and proudly present you with his toys like tiny trophies… I might be your guy. ❤️ Just bring treats. And my crow.  Obviously.  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   September 22, 2026, 10:43 pm

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Gordo, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.