Channel 4’s BAFTA-nominated The Dog House seeks dog lovers across Shropshire

The team behind the RTS award-winning and BAFTA-nominated Channel 4 series The Dog House is searching for people from across Shropshire who are ready to welcome a rescue dog into their lives. Whether you’re looking for companionship, hoping to boost your wellbeing, or simply want to make a real difference to a dog in need, the producers would love to hear from you.

Filmed at Woodgreen Pets Charity in Cambridgeshire, The Dog House follows the uniquely moving moment a person meets - and is matched with - the dog who could become part of their life. From families seeking a new four-legged friend to individuals rebuilding after bereavement, every story reveals the extraordinary bond that can form between humans and dogs. And as viewers know, it’s often the humans who feel “rescued” too.

With the UK dog population now estimated at 10.6 million, there’s no doubt we’re a nation devoted to our pets. But rising living costs have put many rescue centres under unprecedented pressure. Last year, more than 47,000 people contacted Dogs Trust about giving up their dog, and the RSPCA reports the number of dogs in their care has doubled since 2020. Despite this difficult picture, the impact of dog ownership remains overwhelmingly positive: 90% of owners say their dog improves their life; 86% say it boosts their physical health; and 88% say it benefits their mental wellbeing.

That’s why The Dog House is keen to shine a light on the life-changing power of rehoming - and why they’re inviting people from every part of Shropshire and beyond to apply for the next series.

Could you, or someone you know, offer a forever home to a rescue dog? If you’re interested in taking part, you can apply here c4thedoghousetakepart.co.uk or email: thedoghouse@fivemilefilms.co.uk