Crawley couple feature in this week's episode of Channel 4's The Dog House

A local couple from Crawley will appear in this week’s episode of Channel 4’s BAFTA-nominated The Dog House, where they will meet with Fox the stray Pomeranian.

Following their appearance, the programme’s producers are now calling on others across West Sussex who may be thinking about adopting a dog to consider applying for the brand-new series. The team is especially keen to hear from individuals, couples and families with meaningful reasons for welcoming a rescue dog — whether for companionship, wellbeing, support for children, or simply a chance to bring joy back into daily life.

Since it launched in 2019, the RTS award-winning and BAFTA-nominated series has followed the uplifting – and often emotional – matching process between rescue dogs and people seeking a fresh start. Set inside Woodgreen’s specialist rehoming centre, The Dog House offers viewers an intimate look at first meetings, nervous introductions and the life-changing moment when a dog finds their forever home.

With the UK’s dog population now estimated at over 10 million and rescue centres experiencing mounting pressure due to the cost-of-living crisis, the need for adopters has never been more urgent. Last year alone, more than 47,000 people contacted Dogs Trust about giving up their dog, and the RSPCA reports that the number of dogs in its care has doubled since 2020. Yet despite the challenges, the positive impact of dog ownership remains clear: around 90% of owners say their dog improves their life, 86% say it makes them physically healthier, and 88% report better mental wellbeing.

In this week's episode, airing on Tuesday at 8pm on Channel 4, It’s second time lucky for Fox, the stray Pomeranian. Can Fox the stray Pomeranian conquer his nerves and win the hearts of young married couple Chloe and Pratik?

To apply or find out more, please visit: c4thedoghousetakepart.co.uk or email us at: [email protected]