Banjo is a very sweet nearly one year old pup. Recently neutered. With a really loving temperament. He loves to be with his people and loves to be with other doggie companions. He has full range of modes, super playful and silly to very chill and wants to cuddle on the couch or in bed.
He needs room to run so an enclosed yard is a must for him. He’s a great walking companion and likes to go on long walks. He’s good at being in his crate once he’s been able to let out some energy.
He would be great in a home where he has a brother to play with in the yard.
Pet's Name:
Banjo
Primary Breed (if not in list):
Standard Terrier mix
Birthdate, estimate is okay:
December 2023
Age Category:
Young
Where did you get your pet?:
Through a family I met on craigslist
Adoption Day, when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.:
Nearly 3 months ago
Gender:
Male
Size (at full grown):
Medium
Weight (in pounds) at full-grown size.:
40
Primary Color:
Red/Golden/Orange
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Frisbee and chew toys, stuffed animals. Loves to run freely and play with other dogs
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
No
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit and stay and go in your crate
Has your dog ever exhibited any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, could you please share some details about the situation?:
Not any aggressive behavior. He sometimes initially nervous around strangers but warms up very quickly. Has never been aggressive towards people. Will bark at the door if he doesn’t recognize someone at first but is very friendly otherwise.
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
He can be a little anxious at first but settles down after a little while.
Are there any specific triggers that cause your dog anxiety or stress?:
He doesn’t like being left alone for long periods. He does much better with some home fairly consistently. But can do 2-6 hours home without too much anxiety.
Is there a particular routine that works best for your dog in terms of feeding, walking, and sleep?:
He does really great with a backyard. He gets 4 wake daily at the moment because we don’t have a yard. He gets 2 meals a day, one in the morning and one in the evening. And goes to bed well through the night.
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
He has a level one heart murmur but the dr said that will likely go away once he’s a little older. He went down for his neuter with no issue from the anesthesia
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
He’s a shedding dog so not too often, he’s got moderately silky to corse hair. And it doesn’t get tangled.
Does your dog have any dental care routines (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)? :
No
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Stubborn
Timid
Needs Training
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Young Children
Good with Cats
Bonded Pair
Requires A Fenced Yard
Crate Trained
Purebred
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Very friendly: Loves meeting and playing with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?:
Shy: A bit nervous around cats but not aggressive.
What's the most endearing thing about your dog?:
He’s very sweet, loves to cuddle and lay in bed with you.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
That the family has a large closed in yard for him to play in. That the adoptive parents are attentive and caring
Is there anything else you'd like your pet's new family to know?:
When anxious he does like to chew things that don’t belong to him so you have to make sure to keep his favorite toys around when he’s getting to feel unsettled.
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Housing is Inadequate for Pet
Rehoming reason details (if necessary):
My husband and I don’t foresee being able to move out of our townhome as soon as we initially hoped to. We wanted to move into a home with yard and it’s began to take a toll on banjos energy level. He really needs to be a let to run freely up to a few hours a day. Financially it’s just not possible at the moment to move unfortunately which is why we made the hard decision to rehome him.
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Two weeks
Who is your veterinarian?:
Open door clinic in west Asheville
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
We feed him a mix of the farmers dog food and a taste of the wild kibble
Do you have pet insurance for your pet? :
No
Would you consider a long distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Asheville, NC
Zip Code:
28804
How did you hear about us?:
Google Search
Service Level:
Priority Service: Fast-Track with Maximum Exposure