Max, is an older dog that is between 10 and 11 years old, who was rescued from the streets of Georgia (USA). When he was only about 1 year old, he was taken to the Eleventh Hour Rescue shelter in New Jersey.

The rescuers did not know much about his past, but you could tell that he had wounds on his hind legs, he had embedded pistol pellets. It was clear that Max’s life was difficult, the shelter just wanted to pay proper attention to him and then find a loving home for him.

Since he was young, Max was very big, so many families who could adopt him were scared by his size.

Older dog has waited for a family for years

But Max was only appearance, because in reality he is the sweetest, most tender and gentle dog in the world, so much so that in the shelter he is known as “Max the Mush”.

Eleventh Hour Rescue volunteer Paul Barish told The Dodo :

«Max is a happy boy who smiles from ear to ear. He has completely stolen my heart since I met him. He may be stubborn, but he is a calm and playful boy.

Max is already an 86-pound adult dog, but acting like a puppy, his friends hope his personality is enough to be adopted.

Many people have passed through the shelter, but so far no home has been found, poor Max has already waited for 9 years.

It is clear that the adult dog has spent most of his life in the shelter, and that is beginning to affect him in a negative way, he just wants a family that loves him and a home to be calm.

For some reason, it is not known which, the adorable dog seems that he was destined not to find what he longs for, a loving home.

“He handles it as well as can be expected, but it has taken its toll and has been very stressful for him”

Those who know Max know that his perfect home is out there, any family would be lucky to have it, it’s just a matter of finding it.

Max is a rare gem that has been overlooked because he is a strong child and an old man. The best home for Max would be a quiet, child-free home. You will need a patient and experienced owner to allow you time to relax after the stressful life at the shelter. He would do better as the only animal, as he plays very tough and can be a selective dog.

Max loves to play, run, ride in the car, take a good nap, simple things that he would like to share with a family that loves him.

Surely the right family for Max is somewhere and hopefully he will find it very soon.