Elliot Shepherd & Labrador Retriever Mix Sherwood, OR

The Meximutt Project is on a mission to help Mexico’s street dogs! Established in 2019 under the Portland-based organization Born Again Pit Bull Rescue, we now support 1,000+ dogs each year through free spay/neuter programs, adoptions, food, and medical care.

In Mexico over 70% of the 18 million dogs are estimated to live on the street. By adopting a Meximutt, you will not only be welcoming a loving companion but also supporting our efforts to control the street dog population and help thousands of dogs in need.

****INTERESTED IN ADOPTING? Please read all of the following information carefully and fill out the application at www.bapbr.org. We cannot respond to the inquiries made through Petfinder.****

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“ELLIOT” is currently in Guadalajara, Mexico in foster care. We are listing this dog for adoption now so that we can find him/her the perfect family BEFORE arriving to Oregon. Once we have an adopter lined up for this dog, we will book a flight to PDX. Please note: It can take 2-4 weeks to arrange for the dog to fly to Oregon due to the CDC and USDA customs import paperwork.


NAME: Elliot

AGE: 10 years old (estimated by our veterinarian based on their teeth).

WEIGHT: 60 lbs

BREED: Shepherd-Lab Mix (This is our best guess, we don’t know for sure, since he was a street dog.)

DOGS: Yes

CATS: Yes

KIDS: Yes, but please remember that kids need to know to be respectful of the dog’s space, bodies, and toys/food.


ABOUT: Meet Elliott, a 10-year-old Labrador and Shepherd mix, whose journey of bravery and love tells a story worth more than a thousand words. Weighing in at a noble 60lbs, Elliott boasts a striking coat of white and orange, a statement of his unique personality and heartwarming presence. His easy-to-maintain fur mirrors his straightforward needs: love, companionship, and the occasional adventure.

Elliott’s tale is one of heroic feats and undying loyalty. Despite the odds, he has mastered the art of joy, wearing his heart on his sleeve—or rather, on his paws. Elliott’s left hind leg may tell a story of loss, part of it missing, yet it does nothing to dampen his spirit. He runs, he plays, and most importantly, he loves with an unmatched fervor, proving that true strength lies in the heart.

As a beloved friend to both dogs and cats, Elliott showcases his gentle soul, making him a perfect addition to a home blessed with furry siblings. His calm and affectionate demeanor is a balm to the weary soul, offering cuddles, kisses, and the reassurance that everything will be okay.

Tragically, Elliott’s journey took a sorrowful turn in January 2024 when his beloved owner, Alvaro, a renowned dog rescuer in the Lake Chapala area, passed away.

Will you be the one to continue Elliott’s story of love, resilience, and companionship? Embrace the journey with Elliott, and let him show you that love knows no bounds, and together, you can conquer the world—one paw at a time.

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IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY:

Our adoption program is exclusive and personal. Here is how it works:
1. Angela Adams – the founder and director of “The MexiMutt Project/Born Again Pit Bull Rescue” will call you and approve your adoption application for the dog, and she will chat more in depth with you about our adoption process.

2. We will purchase the flight to Oregon (this is already included in the adoption fee). Angela will communicate every detail with you!

3. Angela will text you weekly updates (photos/videos of your new MexiMutt dog while awaiting the flight to Portland).

4. Once the dog arrives in Portland, you will pick up the dog at PDX (the airport), pay the adoption fee, receive all vet/medical records, and take your new dog home!

Adoption fee is $300 --- What does that cover?
• All vaccines (DHLPPi=Distemper, Hepatitis, Lepto, Parvo, Parainfluenza, Rabies and Bordetella-for kennel cough)
• Sterilization (spay/neuter surgery)
• Heartworm/Lyme/Ehrlichia/Anaplasma Blood Parasite Test
• Parvo/Giardia/Canine Coronavirus Test
• CBC (Complete Blood Count) bloodwork results (printed and put in your adoption folder)
• Dental/Teeth Cleaning (if needed)
• Current on flea/tick/heartworm treatment with SimparicaTRIO (a pill that is good for 30 days)
• Deworming x3 (upon intake, 15 days later and again before flight to Oregon for reinforcement)
• Microchipped with prepaid lifetime registration for you to register your new dog
• Grooming/bath before transport to Oregon
• Flight Health Certificate
• USDA Import Permit
• Airplane ticket for the freedom flight from Guadalajara, Mexico to Portland, Oregon
• Collar, Leash and MexiMutt ID tag
Adoption fees are payable via: Venmo, PayPal, Cash App, Zelle, or cash.


HOW TO APPLY:
• Fill out an online application at: https://www.bapbr.org/adoption-application

• We are a 100% volunteer-run organization and due to the large number of applications we receive, we are not able to reply to everyone individually. If we think you are the right match for our dog, we will reach out to you. Please understand that we really love our dogs and are very invested in their success in life. We try very hard to place our dogs into homes that will make both the dog and their people happy. Thank you in advance for understanding.

• Likewise, we are not able to respond to all the Petfinder inquiries (through email and phone calls) due to the large volume of applications we receive.