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Banjo - Mastin Crossbreed

Banjo turns 7 in September 2026. He is a bouncy, happy boy, full of enthusiasm, always ready to say hello, and very keen to take treats. He loves a cuddle too. As a large Mastin, he needs an understanding and experienced home.


Because of his big, goofy energy, we ask for no small children. We also ask that Banjo is the only dog in the home. We do not know how he will be with other dogs, and we feel it is kinder and safer for everyone if he is the only pet. We can support gentle introductions to life outside of kennels and help him adjust to the wider world.


Banjo will need time to settle into his new home. He is bursting with love and energy, and we feel it would be wonderful for him to receive all the attention he deserves. His humans will need patience and understanding as he finds his feet.


His adopters must have large guardian‑breed experience and be able to provide safe separation when needed, giving Banjo his own space to relax and decompress whenever he chooses.


Banjo has received excellent care, but he now truly needs a home environment. We will provide full support and guidance to help Banjo and his new family succeed.


He has spent too long in kennels. Although he does get time in the house and settles beautifully, he will still need to adjust to a new environment and routine.


Banjo needs space. He loves to run, do zoomies, and enjoy himself. He would also appreciate a quiet area of his own for resting and settling in.


This boy has so much love to give. He adores everyone at the kennels, but we know he needs a sofa to call his own… or a lovely big comfy bed!


Banjo has had surgery on both hips due to hip dysplasia. He is now affectionately known as “Bionic Hips” because he bounds and jumps around with confidence and comfort. Other than this, he is fully fit and ready for adventures—with slow, steady build‑ups of course.

He is currently in Barrow‑Upon‑Humber. Multiple meet‑and‑greets will be required. Home checks and an adoption fee apply.


If you would like to know more about Banjo or feel you may be the right match for him, please get in touch for a chat.

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Summary of Requirements

• Large Breed (Mastin) Experience 

Banjo needs humans who understand guardian breeds and their unique needs.

• Animal‑Free Home 

He thrives with one‑to‑one attention and would prefer to be the only pet.

• No Young Children 

He is very big and very bouncy—an unsafe combination around small children.

• Plenty of Space 

Banjo loves to run, play, and do zoomies. He needs room to stretch his legs.

• Love in Abundance 

He gives so much affection and deserves the same in return.

• Patience and Time 

He will need support as he settles, decompresses, and gets to know his new environment.

• A Commitment to Positive, Reward‑Based Training — NOT NEGOTIABLE 

Banjo must be supported with kind, force‑free methods only.

FOSTERING CONTRACT

1. The fosterer accepts that this contract can be terminated without notice if it appears that information previously supplied to us regarding the fosterer’s home situation, experience or other relevant information was incorrect or untrue.

2. The fosterer is over 21 years of age.

3. The fosterer agrees that should my foster animal go missing I will contact BeKind Rescue, Doglost and post on social media as soon as possible. I will be supplied with all emergency contacts for BeKind Rescue.

4. The foster agrees to abide by all the conditions for the specific animal identified in Appendix 1 and accepts that any breach of these conditions may result in the immediate removal of the animal by BeKind Rescue.

5. The fosterer agrees that the animal in appendix 1 will be kept as a companion only and not used for hunting or fighting.

6. The fosterer agrees not to use any aversive equipment on the animal being fostered, including but not limited to shock collars, check chains or prong collars and will only use methods agreed with BeKind Rescue.

7. Fosterer acknowledges that Ownership of any animal being fostered is not transferred from BeKind Rescue and that the animal must be immediately relinquished to BeKind Rescue on request.

8. Fosterer can terminate this agreement at any time and agrees to give at least 7 days written notice of intent to do so unless in an emergency.

9. Fosterer undertakes not to post any photos, videos, comments or other information regarding the animal or the rescue on social media in any form unless the animal is lost or with the permission of BeKind Rescue.

10. Fosterer agrees to provide written updates to BeKind Rescue as required and listed in appendix 1.

11. No trainers or behaviourists will be consulted by the Fosterer, or their advice used or followed without the written agreement of BeKind Rescue.

12. No laypersons advice or suggestions will be used by or followed by the Fosterer.

13. Fosterer agrees to allow BeKind rescue Representative onto or into their premises where the animal is being kept at any time to ascertain and satisfy itself that the animal is well cared for.

14. In the event of the animal being unneutered the fosterer will take all necessary and reasonable precautions to prevent the animal from either impregnating another animal or becoming impregnated. 

15. Fosterer agrees not to alter in any way the appearance of the animal including de-clawing, ear cropping, tail docking or other procedure unless instructed by a vet and with the agreement of BeKind Rescue.

16. Fosterer agrees to provide safe and suitable care, feeding and shelter for the animal and not to cause the animal any pain, suffering or distress.

17. Fosterer will notify BeKind Rescue of any behaviour changes, behaviour of concern, illness, or injury immediately. BeKind rescue reserve the exclusive right to determine any course of action needed.

18. Fosterer will notify BeKind Rescue immediately of any change of contact details, intended change of address or other relevant factors such as household members changing.

19. I understand that the microchip will be registered to BeKind Rescue.

20. In the event that the fosterer would like to be considered for adoption of the animal identified in appendix 1 and is suitable then the current agreed amounts for adoption donations would be paid by the fosterer.
Adoption fee would need to be paid within an agreed timescale and in full before an adoption contract will be offered by BeKind Rescue.

21. The fosterer will only keep the animal at the address above and will not be hold the animal elsewhere permanently or temporarily without the written permission of BeKind Rescue.

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