About Maxis Mates

Maxi’s Mates began with the rescue of a single dog and grew into a dedicated sanctuary helping local strays in need. After supporting Waterfall Kennels and facing its closure in 2015, the founders chose to build their own rescue, transforming a derelict stable at Carlin Howe Farm in Dunsdale into a safe haven that opened in January 2016. Today, the charity cares for stray, abandoned, and surrendered dogs from Redcar & Cleveland and Hambleton, with 56 kennel spaces supported by a passionate team of staff and volunteers. Some dogs are rehomed quickly, while others need more time, and a few remain for life—but no dog is ever given up on. Whether for weeks or years, every dog has a home at Maxi’s Mates until the right person comes along.

Contact Information

LocationDunsdale, North Yorkshire
Charity Number1162442

Dogs Available from Maxis Mates

33 dogs available
Alan, a 6 years old male Labrador available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Alan

North Yorkshire
SexMale
Age6 years
BreedLabrador

Can live with: Experienced Single FemaleI am a cuddle bunny when I am a good boy.I am not reactive to other dogs and can be lovely to walk.I need someone around most of the time and a garden to play in and sunbathe.I need an experienced owner who is understanding, patient and can help me work through my issues.My favourite thing to do is to fetch a ball and also to dig a hole for it after I have finished running.Not suitable to live with children"Alan is a lovely dog 90% of the time. He is a personal favourite of Jane's and Carolyn's, but he does have issues so he may, unfortunately, have to be one of our resident dogs if we cannot find the right owner. Alan is happy here at Maxi's Mates and we love him to bits!"

Alpha, a 6 years old male Cane Corso available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Alpha

North Yorkshire
SexMale
Age6 years
BreedCane Corso

I am a big soft, affectionate lad and I enjoy a lovely cuddleI walk lovely on the lead and I don’t pull very often despite my sizeI do need a single person’s home because I do bond so much with the one person. I want a very best friend and somebody to spend the rest of my life with. I also always like to be with them so I wouldn’t like somebody that left me for long periods of time.A single male Owner would be perfect for me.I love company and I like to follow my special person around and just chill out with themAlpha is such a nice big gentle boy. He is a little lost at the moment because his Owner died. He is looking for another best friend that he can spend all his time with. He walks, lovely despite the fact that he could pull. He loves treats but more than anything he loves the person that he bonds with.

Asha, a 11 months old female Crossbreed available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Asha

North Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age11 months
BreedCrossbreed

Can live with: adults/older childrenI can be a little nervous when meeting people, but once I get to know you my true personality shines through. I'm very affectionate and love people and I will often greet you with excited jumpsI enjoy my walks and love exploring. I can sometimes pull on the lead when I get excited but I am learning good manners and improving all the time. I can be unsure around other dogs and can get frustrated so I will need someone to help me with continuing to improve.A home where they will give me the time I need to settle in and help build my confidence. I love to run and play so a garden would be lovely where they can play along with me.Someone kind and patient who understands nervous dogs and can help me with training and feeling secure. I need someone to develop a bond with and I will love and trust themI love racing around doing zoomies and I am very playful. I love toys and I love my playmates at Maxi'sAsha was very nervous but she is already blossoming in front of us. She will go from strength to strength once she is in a home with her special human or humans. It's so lovely to see her forget her worries and come alive with fun. Asha will make someone a very lucky best friend forever

Benji, a 4 years old male Lurcher available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Benji

North Yorkshire
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedLurcher

I am a little nervous and can be wary of new people but once I do know you, I am very friendly and affectionate.I can pull and be reactive when I see other dogs. I'm a nervous boy you see and I am struggling in kennels which is making me very stressed when I go outside.A quieter home with lots of time spent feeling safe and secure with my new owner or family. I'm not happy in kennels, I would be more confident in a home environment.An experienced owner who can help me be a little bit braver, take things slowly, walk in quieter areas so I can learn that walks are fun and not scary.I love playing with toys and being brushed."Benji is a handsome and energetic boy who is always ready for fun! Whether he’s dashing around the paddock, spinning in excitement, or zooming in joyful sprints, his playful spirit is truly contagious. He absolutely adores cuddles and will happily lean in for a good back scratch. Benji is an affectionate dog who will brighten your days with his playful antics and warm snuggles."

Bluey, a 1 year old female Dachshund available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Bluey

North Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age1 year
BreedDachshund

Can live with: adults/older childrenI am a little bit of a Diva as its normal to be - I'm a Dachshund! I am a sweet playful and sensitive little soul though as well. I will follow my favourite human wherever they goI am a little vocal and I can be reactive to other dogs. I have a lot of energy and I get excited especially around toys.A calm loving home and where someone is around most of the time.Patient kind and understanding when I bark at everyone and everything. Also they won't mind me following them like a little shadowRunning around with my toys, going for walks and sticking close to my humansShe has the cutest little face and she gets so happy and excited when you play with her. Willow will be your bestest friend ever, she really does love attention and affection.

Cherry, a 2 years old female Lurcher available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Cherry

North Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedLurcher

Can live with: Adults and ChildrenI am a very happy girl and I love to say hello to everyone I meetI walk nicely by your side and I like dogs that are the same size as me but I am not as keen on small dogsI could live with adults and children but I would need to be the only pet in the homeI would most owners as I am an easy dog with people but I do have a prey drive which people need to be aware of. I am muzzle trained to help with thisRunning free in paddocks I am very fast and I love leaping onto play equipment and having a good time. I am very interactive with people and I love to play with themCherry is a beautiful fun happy girl that would be perfect for the right person or family. We don't feel her prey drive will hold her back as long as people are aware of it. She is such a sweet heart and loves to engage with anyone

Chester, a 7 years old male Lurcher available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Chester

North Yorkshire
SexMale
Age7 years
BreedLurcher

Can live with: Adult only home - No petsLoving, playful, friendly, kind and sweet.Reactive to other dogs on walks.Adult only as I have issues with sharing my toys. I love snuggling and being warm and cozy. I would like someone to allow me the run of the house especially snoozing on the sofa and their bed.Someone with a big garden for me to play in as I do find walks stressful. Having a large garden where I can run and play with my toys would be perfect.Not suitable to live with children."Chester had a bad start in life. He had never been taken for a walk and this is mainly the reason for his issues as he was not socialised properly. But despite that he is lovely, funny, sweet and such a character. He springs to life when he sees children and jumps up and down with joy. Unfortunately he does not like to share his toys so for this reason he cannot be re-homed to a family."

Cora, a 3 years old female Lurcher available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Cora

North Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedLurcher

Can live with: adults/older childrenI am a little bossy and love to be vocalI am reactive to other dogs and I do bark which people are trying to help me not do soSomeone around most of the time and I love being with people and enjoy the attentionI will need an owner to help with my issues at barking on walks and perhaps someone that likes walking at quieter times in less popular areasI spending time with people and I like to playCora is a funny dog she knows what she wants and loves to get her own way. She barks at you, her way of talking. But she is adorable and if someone likes a lovely dog with spirit Cora could be perfect for you

Duchess, a 5 years old female Dutch Shepherd available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Duchess

North Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age5 years
BreedDutch Shepherd

Can live with: adults/older childrenI am a little shy of new people but once I get to know you I am friendlyI love to sniff and explore on walks. I would suit someone that likes quieter more active walksSomeone that is around most of the time as I do love human companyI would need someone to match my energy levels and enjoys long walkssniffing and exploring at my own paceDuchess is a lovely girl. Once she's bonded with you, you will have a very active mate to go on hikes with.

Dutch, a 4 years old male Saluki available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Dutch

North Yorkshire
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedSaluki

I am a little nervous but once I am assured I am a lovely sweet ladI am a little vocal on walks. I will bark at dogs but I am getting better. I like to walk with a female dog next to meI need a quieter home where I can relax and feel safe.Someone who can help me with my confidence on walks as I do bark out of fear but once I know there isn't a danger I show my true coloursI love snoozing on comfy beds and I enjoy snuggling next to yoiDutch is a very handsome sweet boy but he can be vocal to other dogs. The person that can see past this and help him overcome his fears will be getting a wonderful best friend

Hazel, a 4 years old female Chow Chow available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Hazel

North Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age4 years
BreedChow Chow

Can live with: Adult only home - No petsVery smart and highly trainable, with a bouncy side.I am reactive to other dogs and I can pull on the lead. I have a very good side to me that would be best used in a working role. I would be perfect for the police or armed forces.I will need a very experienced owner who I can bond with, ideally a working companion.Someone who is around most of the time so I can be their very best friend and work colleague.I love playing and running off steam in the paddocks with the people I trust."Once Hazel knows you, she is a really loving dog. You certainly would feel safe and secure with her around. We feel she needs a job and would be perfect for the police or forces etc. She has had some training and responded really well on a recent assessment from a dog trainer for the prison services - well done Hazel!"

Hunter, a 1 year old male Crossbreed available for adoption from Maxis Mates in North Yorkshire

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Hunter

North Yorkshire
SexMale
Age1 year
BreedCrossbreed

I am a lovely dog and love people but I do not like other dogsI will react to other dogs - especially other malesI am very friendly to people and I love being with them. A active home would suit me or one that someone is home most of the time as I love human companyAn experienced owner who will help me on walks to not react to other dogs. I would prefer to walk in more remote areas so I can just enjoy time spent outsideI love tennis balls and I love racing around the paddocksHunter would play all day in the paddocks chasing tennis balls if he could! It's his favourite thing to do. He is super friendly to people always ready to say hello. We hope in time with bonding and security in a home he will get better with his reactiveness to other dogs. He is worth the effort and training as he's a beautiful lad.

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