My story starts sadly with unfortunate situations. Hopefully you can help write a happy ending. Given the name “Max”, short for Maximus (meaning “The Greatest” in Latin), my life was a struggle from day one.

My mom had been chained outside in freezing weather and gave birth to myself and 6 other pups on the harsh, unforgiving dirt covered ground she called home. Luckily, Molly’s Place found out about us and came to take us to live with them.  Adopted as a puppy, I had hope for a wonderful future. But people are not always kind.  My adopter’s decided they no longer wanted me and I was given away on Craig’s list, not once, not twice, but THREE times.  After the Third time, I found myself in an over populated shelter. Fortunately, Molly’s Place had microchipped me as a pup. Mollys got the call and didn’t hesitate to make the 4 hour round trip drive to bring me back to safety.

Now 5 years old, Hound/Great Pyrenees mix, I have grown into a beautiful boy, approx. 80#, with black markings that accentuate my expressive eyes, droopy black ears and white body.  My energy level is moderate as I continue to mature with a zest for life as a shining example of resilience of animals and the impact of kindness shown by Molly’s Place Rescue to continue on with their commitment to me.

Already house and crate trained, I come when called and walk well on leash. Due to my past experiences still haunting me, I can be unpredictable with children and other dogs. I will need to be an only dog with a fenced in yard to ensure my safety.

In a home, my personality will light up the room. Described as Goofy, I am great at playing fetch, love to give and receive affectionate and really try hard to please my humans. I also will flip over going belly up to play “Wiggle Worm” as I kick my legs up in the joy of giving myself a back rub on carpet.

My dream is to find my permanent loving family that will offer me the attention and commitment I desperately crave.  I look forward to a future filled with new experiences and a chance to bond forever.  

Only YOU can change my fate and help to erase my past. Your compassion could change my life forever. I am Max, a survivor with an open heart hoping for a better life.

To submit an adoption application, visit mollysplacerescue.org. Fill the form out completely, print, scan and email back to mollysplace@verizon.net. You must obtain pre-approval prior to visiting the dog or cat. Adoptions fees include the following:    spay/neuter surgery,  microchip and registration,  age appropriate vaccinations,  initial dewormings,  Activyl for fleas,  tested for FeLV and FIV (cats only),  bubble bath prior to going home (dogs only) WE do not "HOLD" animals without an approved application and a non-refundable/non-transferable paid adoption fee.  Adoptions are on a first come, first serve basis.  We can not send extra pictures.  WE do not ship, you must pick up the pet.  Kitties must be transported in a secure cat carrier.   Pooches require a "martingale" collar and a non-retractable leash.