The 39 we have listed below come from just two of South Yorkshire’s largest animal charities - Thornberry Animal Sanctuary and Helping Yorkshire Poundies.
National Rescue Dog Day is held on May 20 to raise awareness of the countless number of amazing dogs in shelters around the country who deserve a second chance at a forever home.
Unbelievably, some of the pups below have been in care for six months or even longer - or, saddest of all, found a home but have been returned to the shelter for all sorts of reasons.
The include “project dogs” like Whiskey, the six-year-old Patterdale Crossbreed who was featured in a gallery of dogs by The Star in January 2025 - and is still waiting for a new home!
Others who have been waiting as many six months include Bear, a poorly Poodle Crossbreed who arrived at Thornberry in “terrible condition” and just needs a safe and secure garden to recuperate in.
Or how about Franklin, the three-year-old Cane Corso who Helping Yorkshire Poundies says will make “the most amazing companion” but has been waiting months for an experienced family that can handle his size and strength.
These dogs are just exploding with personality, and if any of them seem like a good fit for your household, simply visit the Helping Yorkshire Poundies and Thornberry Animal Sanctuary websites to find out more about the adoption process - the link for each is provided in the pictures below.
In the meantime, enjoy finding out about these 39 pooches below.
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33. Elsa - Husky Cross, one year, female
"Beautiful Mum Elsa is the smallest of our 3 sisters who arrived heavily pregnant. Prior to her care with us Elsa and her sisters lived in a rural space with several other dogs, she had not walked on a lead or known real love. Elsa was the most timid initially but is now really enjoying her walks and is making new friends (both human and canine)" - https://www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org/animals/elsa-2/ | Thornberry Animal Sanctuary
34. Arthur - Crossbreed, three years
"Arthur is a big goofy boy (26.6kg) who is incredibly playful and happy. He is very foodie so easy to train. He is very affectionate and loves a cuddle. Arthur requires an active home who enjoy long walks. He could potentially live with another well matched dog and has previously lived with cats. Arthur has previously lived with children but has a boisterous streak so is better to live with teenagers + that can manage his excitable nature." - https://www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org/animals/arthur-2/ | Thornberry Animal Sanctuary
35. Holly - Crossbreed, one year
"Holly arrived heavily pregnant, and now that all of her puppies have been rehomed she is also ready to find her forever home. Prior to her care with us Holly lived in a rural space with several other dogs, she had not walked on a lead or known real love. She has really blossomed into a sweet, affectionate girl who loves a cuddle. She could live with other calm dogs but this is not essential providing her new home is committed to building her confidence up and adjusting to home life. She is so deserving of a new life." - https://www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org/animals/holly/ | Thornberry Animal Sanctuary
36. Simon, Saluki, 1 year 6 months, male
"Simon the Saluki will be an absolutely great addition to an active and fun household. He loves toys and will very happily entertain himself. He is great with other dogs, he does have a vocal and boisterous playstyle (common with the breed) so could live with other dogs compatible with him. We feel is best suited to live with adults and must have a secure garden for fun and games." - https://www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org/animals/simon/ | Thornberry Animal Sanctuary