UK's 'loneliest dog' is still looking for forever home after eight years – The Mirror
Barney, a 10-year-old cross breed, has endured 3,000 days without a human companion to care for him – a longer time than any other dog in the whole of the UK.
It comes as animal charities report an "unprecedented" surge in the number of dogs being unable to find homes. The number of dogs currently cared for by the RSPCA has doubled since July 2020 to 1,646 dogs – the highest number on record. The charity has issued a plea to prospective owners in South East England to consider adopting a dog through their yearly Adoptober rehoming campaign.
Barney is cared for by Freya McVey at the Dog's Trust Merseyside, which employs around 40 staff to care for 83 dogs. Clare Rooney, who also works there, said Barney arrived at just six months old.
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“His family had a baby who was allergic to him, so unfortunately they had to give him up,” she told the Express. “He's been rehomed a few times over the years. But he is available for rehoming now, if the right person comes along.”
Barney is a sponsored dog meaning he “gets pampered” and has treats sent to him – especially on his birthday and Christmas thanks to the generosity of the charity’s supporters.
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