Meet Marcus.

Source listing notes: Courtest post

Phoenix, AZ · 4 years 5 months · Black Mouth Cur / Mixed (medium coat)

Listed since May 23, 2025. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Oct 27, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Marcus — a gentle Black Mouth Cur mix still waiting for the love he deserves. Marcus’s story is a heartbreaking one. In December 2024, the person who was supposed to love him dropped him — along with two other dogs — at a boarding facility and never came back. Since that day, Marcus has spent over a year living in a kennel, paying the price for a human’s failure. And yet… he’s still sweet, still hopeful, still waiting. The hardest part? Marcus is the only one still left behind. One of his former fur siblings is now safe in a foster home, and the other has already been adopted. Marcus is still waiting for his turn. Marcus is a Black Mouth Cur mix, about 3–4 years old, neutered, and up to date on vaccines. He’s a sensitive boy who may be a little shy at first, but once he feels safe, his loving and gentle personality shines. He walks nicely on leash, enjoys quiet companionship, and would love nothing more than a calm, cozy home. Marcus would do best in a home with no cats and no children, as too much activity makes him nervous. Having another calm, friendly dog around his size could be a great fit for Marcus and help him build confidence. A dog introduction is required to ensure a good match. What Marcus needs most right now is out of boarding and into a home — whether that’s a foster or a forever family — where he can finally feel safe, wanted, and loved. Located in Phoenix, AZ Adopt: www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/FPP/Dog Foster: www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/FPP/Dog Questions? Text: 602-695-6232 Please don’t let Marcus be the one left behind. He’s already waited far too long.

RescueGroups record ID: 21534005

What this home needs

• Other dogs

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Feed checkbox: Yes”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Cats

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Marcus would do best in a home with no cats and no children, as too much activity makes him nervous.”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Children

  Mentioned by the shelter

  “Marcus would do best in a home with no cats and no children, as too much activity makes him nervous.”

  Not a verified observation — ask staff about the context. A positive shelter report may support search results; it remains unverified and needs confirmation.

  Shelter statement ↗
• Still to ask the shelter

  housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 1, 2026, 6:11 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 1, 2026, 6:11 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.