Breed: Mixed breed

Sex: Male

Neutered: Yes

Age: 3 years approx

Size: Medium (53 lbs)

Color: Brindle with white chest

Coat: Smooth

Notes: Mash is the perfect mix of adventure and snuggles! This 3 year old, 53 pound, neutered boy is all about living life to the fullest. Whether it is hiking up trails, splashing in the water, or just running around having the be not let that fool you, he also has a soft side and knows when it is time to chill out and be the world’s coziest cuddle bug.

Basically, Mash is the kind of dog who can keep up with your wildest adventures and keep your couch warm afterward. If you have been looking for a best friend who is equal parts outdoor explorer and snuggle champion, Mash is ready to pack his bags (well, toys and treats) and join your forever adventure.

This dog has been available for 25 days

If you are interested in Mash phone 276-988-5795 for an appointment or stop by to meet him at Tazewell County Animal Shelter. We are open Monday-Friday: 12pm-5pm, Closed Saturday, Sunday and Holidays.

Available for adoption on this date: Jan 10th, 2026

Dogs are claimed, adopted and rescued everyday so please contact us to check that this dog is available.

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Adoption fee: Dog adoption fee is $65. Fee includes a voucher for spay/neuter and rabies. We accept all forms of payment.

For animals that have not been spayed or neutered: adoptions are open to residents of Tazewell, Buchanan, Russell, Bland and Smyth County. If an animal is already spayed or neutered then it is available to be adopted by anyone (even out of state residents). Phone to check that the dog is available and what paperwork is required from you.

Make sure that you are able to take your dog home on the day you adopt it.

• Adoptions are on a first come, first served basis.
• If you have other dogs, please bring them to meet the pet that you are interested in.
• If you have children, please bring them to meet the pet that you are interested in.
• Always discuss with all household members before adding a new pet into the home.

Requirements:

• Residents of Tazewell County and adjacent counties (Buchanan, Russell, Bland and Smyth County) may adopt pets from Tazewell County Animal Shelter with proper identification required.
• To adopt a dog you must be 18 years of age or older.
• You must provide a picture ID/driving licence with a current address at the time of the adoption.
• If you rent, we do require permission from the landlord that you are able to have that particular pet.
• Each pet is required to be vaccinated for rabies within seven days of adoption, if it is four months of age or older. Rabies vaccination is required for each pet, upon turning four months of age.
• Every new owner of a pet adopted from Tazewell County Animal Shelter shall have the pet spayed/neutered within thirty days of the pet turning six months of age, or within thirty days if the pet is over six months of age.
• Out of state adoptions must be spayed or neutered before leaving Virginia.
• Return of the proper paperwork (sterilization and rabies certificates) is required within seven days of sterilization.
• State law requires that all dogs and cats be vaccinated for rabies.