Some dogs are harder than others to rehome – whether it’s because of their age (like George), size (like Wilbur) or the fact that they’re not considered ‘cute enough’.
While the more ‘fashionable’ pooches – such as Cockerpoos and Dachshunds – are often snapped up quick if they make it to an animal rescue, others aren't so lucky.
The crossbreeds often get left behind, and this is often the case for older dogs too, as most people will always opt for a more youthful pup.
Some charities have also spoken about how larger dogs struggle more than others to find a family who will accept them, due to their hard-to-handle size and the associated costs.
A spokesperson for the RSPCA said: “The RSPCA has lots of larger dogs across the country who are looking for new homes, but due to their size and associated costs, it can be trickier to rehome bigger dogs.
"Large dogs means more food and sometimes more space, but they also have a huge amount of love to give.”
Each of the dogs below have been at a rescue centre for a considerable amount of time and have had very little interest, or even no interest at all.
For more information about any of these adorable dogs, please contact the animal rescue directly via the links below.
Find out more about Wilbur, Scoobie and Yogi, and Aimee.
The crossbreeds often get left behind, and this is often the case for older dogs too, as most people will always opt for a more youthful pup.
![Bonnie has been in the care of Paws and Whiskers Sussex for more than a year and was even adopted before being handed back into the rescue. Despite her bad luck, Bonnie is a delightful girl who loves belly rubs and walks with her foster carer. She has come on leaps and bounds during her time in foster and will need her new owner to continue her training so she can keep making progress. It may take some time for her to trust you but, once she does, she will be a devoted companion. Bonnie can live with other dogs but cannot live with cats or children.](https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjE4YWM0YWU1LWQ5ZWEtNDYxZS1hNTgwLTQyOTM3ZTVlZGFiNDphNmE2MTBjNC0yNjc0LTRmMWMtOTcxMC1hN2QxNzljYzdjM2I=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
9. Bonnie - Paws and Whiskers Sussex
Bonnie has been in the care of Paws and Whiskers Sussex for more than a year and was even adopted before being handed back into the rescue. Despite her bad luck, Bonnie is a delightful girl who loves belly rubs and walks with her foster carer. She has come on leaps and bounds during her time in foster and will need her new owner to continue her training so she can keep making progress. It may take some time for her to trust you but, once she does, she will be a devoted companion. Bonnie can live with other dogs but cannot live with cats or children. Photo: Paws and Whiskers Sussex
![Brothers Scoobie and Yogi have been in the care of charity Rescue Remedies, near Horley, since October 2021, but sadly still have yet to find a home. Described by their foster carer as ‘lounging lurchers’, they are ‘experts at giving cuddles’ and seem to think they are lap dogs, despite their size. Scoobie and Yogi’s relationship is ‘so special’ and the two share a very strong bond – so they must be rehomed together. The rescue said Scoobie and Yogi are a ‘joyful, affectionate pair’ and meet new people with curiosity and calmness.](https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjBkYjBhMmU4LTQ5M2UtNGVmOS1iNzhhLWYxYTBmZjc2YTRjZTplNTEyZGZmNC01Y2VlLTRjNWYtYTNjOC0wYTc3OTYzMjQ3ODE=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
10. Scoobie and Yogi - Rescue Remedies Dog Rescue
Brothers Scoobie and Yogi have been in the care of charity Rescue Remedies, near Horley, since October 2021, but sadly still have yet to find a home. Described by their foster carer as ‘lounging lurchers’, they are ‘experts at giving cuddles’ and seem to think they are lap dogs, despite their size. Scoobie and Yogi’s relationship is ‘so special’ and the two share a very strong bond – so they must be rehomed together. The rescue said Scoobie and Yogi are a ‘joyful, affectionate pair’ and meet new people with curiosity and calmness. Photo: Rescue Remedies
![Teddy is a large lovable boy who can be nervous of meeting new people or being in new situations. However, once he bonds to you, he will be your best friend. Due to his large size, he can sometimes be 'too much' for other dogs, despite enjoying their company. He will need adopters that have had previous large breed experience. It's also important his new owners are willing to be patient with Teddy and show him that the world is not scary. Teddy is also in the care of RSPCA Sussex West Branch.](https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOjcxZDA0ZmQzLTA0MTItNDRlZS04YTVkLTNiYWM4OTdhYmZjYjo1M2Q5OTMwMS1mYmNmLTQ3ZTEtYTg0YS0zOGRlYTliZTE1M2M=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
11. Teddy - RSPCA Sussex West Branch
Teddy is a large lovable boy who can be nervous of meeting new people or being in new situations. However, once he bonds to you, he will be your best friend. Due to his large size, he can sometimes be 'too much' for other dogs, despite enjoying their company. He will need adopters that have had previous large breed experience. It's also important his new owners are willing to be patient with Teddy and show him that the world is not scary. Teddy is also in the care of RSPCA Sussex West Branch. Photo: RSPCA