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Season 1

  • S01E01 Episode 1

    • September 5, 2019
    • Channel 4

    In the first episode, a terrified terrier known as Tiny arrives after his owner of five years is taken into care, while child-friendly Daisy, a Cairn terrier, is the only one of Wood Green's charges deemed gentle enough for the Kerry family from Peterborough.

  • S01E02 Episode 2

    • September 12, 2019
    • Channel 4

    A two-year-old Pomeranian called Bear arrives at the centre, rescued from a life spent caged on a puppy farm. Can Bear learn to trust again and win the hearts of a family looking for a dog? Meanwhile, Knobby the Chihuahua puppy tries to charm his way into the affections and home of couple Alex and Kier.

  • S01E03 Episode 3

    • September 19, 2019
    • Channel 4

    A Liverpool family face a difficult decision choosing which one of a litter of 10 German shepherd puppies to take home with them. The Wood Green staff also hope a Staffordshire bull terrier, brought in by social services after an incident in its previous home, will be able to find a more understanding owner, and a Yorkshire terrier with a big attitude tries to win over a couple.

  • S01E04 Episode 4

    • September 26, 2019
    • Channel 4

    Excitable French bulldog Buddy arrives at the centre. His owners have tried selling him seven times but every time he has been rejected. Can the staff finally find him a forever home? An eight-year-old girl who always wanted a small dog has her mind changed when she sees stray labrador Leah, and nervous collie Kimmie needs another dog to keep her company.

  • S01E05 Episode 5

    • October 3, 2019
    • Channel 4

    Curious four-month-old terrier puppies Bobo and Lenny start scouting out their new surroundings at the centre. The brother and sister are completely different in looks and personality, but both need a forever home. Meanwhile, the staff bring together 82-year-old Alan and lhasa apso Ruby, both of whom are looking for comfort after losing a loved one.

  • S01E06 Episode 6

    • October 10, 2019
    • Channel 4

    Nervous young labrador Loki arrives at the centre, and soon meets seasoned dog owner Sharron, a Royal Navy nurse. But will a recent injury prevent her from taking him in? Small terrier Midnight is also looking for a forever home, although when he is introduced to a couple dealing with the pain of not being able to have children, he only has eyes for one of them.

  • S01E07 Episode 7

    • October 17, 2019
    • Channel 4

    Poodle cross Wally is struggling to find a forever home, having spent a year in the centre during which time he has had four unsuccessful attempts. But the staff remain confident someone will come along who is able to handle his tricky behaviour. Meanwhile, bichon frise Bruce is looking for a quiet home and a comfy lap. Will he find that with Janet from Sheffield, who wants a well-behaved dog to keep her company after the death of her husband?

  • S01E08 Episode 8

    • October 24, 2019
    • Channel 4

    Collie cross puppy Joey is a popular dog around the kennels, and has been a reliable buddy for the anxious dogs - but will he prove the same support to Holly, Adam and their son Oscar? Toy poodle Gizmo tries to overcome his social anxieties to win the hearts of Fiona and Maisie, a mother and daughter coming to terms with their future separation, and a lurcher with a broken tail requires lots of care - and with any luck, a forever home. Last in the series.

Season 2

  • S02E01 Episode 1

    • March 11, 2021
    • Channel 4

    Will loved-up Ryan and Katie fall for Kevin the French bulldog? And will an eight-stone Newfoundland's slobber prove too much for the Coxon family?

  • S02E02 Episode 2

    • March 18, 2021
    • Channel 4

    Cheeky Jack Russell Rocco seeks a new home. Jess wants unconditional love after a recent break-up. Is Staffordshire bull terrier Gloria just the kind of buddy she needs right now?

  • S02E03 Episode 3

    • March 25, 2021
    • Channel 4

    Rohan meets Patterdale terrier puppy Friday. But is Friday just a bit too enthusiastic for the nine-year-old? And is Grant the stray westie's luck set to change with Casper and Sid?

  • S02E04 Episode 4

    • April 1, 2021
    • Channel 4

    Eleven-year-old Pharaoh is thrilled to meet his dream dog, Gizmo the pug. And could it be third time lucky for Rocco, the bounciest Jack Russell, with the adventurous Job family?

  • S02E05 Episode 5

    • April 8, 2021
    • Channel 4

    A family get more than they bargained for with not one dog, but two. Louise and Angela find Trinity the lurcher puppy adorable - but then he starts chewing everything.

  • S02E06 Episode 6

    • April 15, 2021
    • Channel 4

    Dave the three-legged Labrador is looking for a new best friend. Lively setter poodle Obi is a bundle of joy and chaos and could be just what Mike and Tracey need in their lives.

  • S02E07 Episode 7

    • April 22, 2021
    • Channel 4

    Lexi seeks a bedtime buddy. Jasmine wants a pooch now her twin sister's leaving for uni. And a rare cross of lurcher and old English sheepdog helps a priest find his inner silliness.

  • S02E08 Episode 8

    • April 29, 2021
    • Channel 4

    Gold-winning Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton visits Wood Green to find a dog she can co-parent with her mum. And lovebirds Shai and Orin meet Polo the lurcher.

  • S02E09 Episode 9

    • May 6, 2021
    • Channel 4

    Zoe is the friendliest beagle. Do Venessa and her son Jacob fall for Zoe's charms? Stanley the Staffie meets dog-mad Linda and Richard. Is Ellie the chihuahua fluffy enough for Dexter and Aaron?

Season 3

  • Episodic Special

    SPECIAL 0x1 The Dog House at Christmas 2021

    • December 16, 2021
    • Channel 4

    It's Christmas at Wood Green and rescue dogs are hoping for a new home and family for keeps, including Michael the lurcher and Bentley the portly pug.

  • S03E01 Episode 1

    • January 6, 2022
    • Channel 4

    A new series as more rescue dogs seek loving new owners, including Olivia the blind spaniel, Vinnie the Staffie, and a shy pooch called Cech.

  • S03E02 Episode 2

    • January 13, 2022
    • Channel 4

    Can Border collie Patch, the cleverest dog on the block, use all of his tricks to convince Megan he's the smart choice? And what does workaholic David make of couch potato Pebbles?

  • S03E03 Episode 3

    • January 20, 2022
    • Channel 4

    Polo the playful Staffie tries to woo Nicole and her husband Sam. Pim thinks that Dexter the beagle is as stubborn as his wife! And are two chihuahuas better than one husky?

  • S03E04 Episode 4

    • January 27, 2022
    • Channel 4

    It's puppy-tastic time as nine-year-old Kiya has the best job ever, choosing a new friend from a litter of tiny cockerpoos. And can Wingnut the chihuahua convince 16-year-old Jacob his breed are cool?

  • S03E05 Episode 5

    • February 3, 2022
    • Channel 4

    It's a battle of the cutest as two puppies vie for the affections of Sonia and Andy and their two girls. And things are looking up for lurcher Manuel when he meets Luke and Kath.

  • S03E06 Episode 6

    • February 10, 2022
    • Channel 4

    Harry the saluki puppy does the cutest kangaroo jumps. But is he the perfect pooch for Charlie and Ali? And can Nancy the Staffie woo the Friend family with a game of fetch?

  • S03E07 Episode 7

    • February 17, 2022
    • Channel 4

    It's double trouble as Poppy and Bron seek a home with room for both. And will fine artist Ron agree that looks aren't everything after meeting mongrel Margaux?

  • S03E08 Episode 8

    • February 24, 2022
    • Channel 4

    Sammy the retriever needs a new best friend. Hiker Katherine wants a dog that can keep up with her. Could Margot the lively collie be the perfect match?

  • SPECIAL 0x2 Compilation

    • August 14, 2022

    Compilation of highlights from the documentary set inside Wood Green animal charity, including a couple having to choose between a French bulldog and a nervous terrier, a jack russell finding a family that need a dog able to keep up with them, and a dog offering to pull his prospective owner's wheelchair along.

Season 4

  • Episodic Special

    SPECIAL 0x3 The Dog House at Christmas 2022

    • December 21, 2022
    • Channel 4

    There's festive doggy dinners, jumpers and presents at the Pets Charity for the holidays. But will Ziggy the fox terrier and Winston the Staffie cross find new homes in time for Christmas?

  • S04E01 Episode 1

    • January 5, 2023
    • Channel 4

    Have deaf parents Hannah and Craig and their mischievous boys met their match in Percy the cockapoo puppy?

  • S04E02 Episode 2

    • January 12, 2023
    • Channel 4

    Looking for a new home and a fresh start are Millie and Max, a couple of 'jugs'. There's also a little pooch called Rex, Albie, the Jack Russell puppy, and escape artist Lily the beagle.

  • S04E03 Episode 3

    • January 19, 2023
    • Channel 4

    Lockdown pup Harry is afraid of the world but is making a comeback for a family in need of love. And Lily the beagle has a choice: do a runner or stay put for a cuddle with ex-copper Stuart.

  • S04E04 Episode 4

    • January 26, 2023
    • Channel 4

    An American Bulldog called 'Buddy the clown' throws his weight around with brave couple Katie and James. Terrier Tiddles enjoys a makeover. And does Jacks the Jack Russell have small dog syndrome?

  • S04E05 Episode 5

    • February 2, 2023
    • Channel 4

    Albie the Jack Russell puppy has a second chance of a home with 10-year-old George. And a mistreated lurcher called Sam is in need of some home comforts. Will visitors see past his size?

  • S04E06 Episode 6

    • February 9, 2023
    • Channel 4

    Regal bassett hound Duchess is back on a charm offensive. Loveable goofball Peaches sends Jane and Alan into a spin. And old timer Hettie proves to a family she's really young at heart.

  • S04E07 Episode 7

    • February 16, 2023
    • Channel 4

    Hurricane the husky meets Peaches the excitable lurcher. And Rosie the live-wire Jack Russell chases butterflies, cats, and now it's 10-year-old Mitchell. Is her need for speed a bit too much?

  • S04E08 Episode 8

    • February 23, 2023
    • Channel 4

    A rampant French bulldog gets 'attached' to drag queen John. Peaches the lurcher has not one but two dates. But will the unluckiest dog on the books ever find a home?

Season 5

  • Episodic Special

    SPECIAL 0x4 The Dog House at Christmas 2023

    • December 12, 2023
    • Channel 4

    As the festive season approaches, the team at Woodgreen Pets Charity do some festive matchmaking. Twins Noah and Toby don't like sharing but luckily Jeff, a spaniel-cross puppy, loves to overshare as much as possible. Nurse Lynne is hoping to fill her empty home with a dog or two and 26-year-old Jazz is looking for a cuddly companion for her dad Darran in the shape of Patterdale-cross, Crackers.

  • S05E01 Episode 1

    • February 15, 2024
    • Channel 4

    A sausage dog seeks a buddy. And a dad needs distracting when his girls are at their mum's - is a pooch called Papaya the answer?

  • S05E02 Episode 2

    • February 22, 2024
    • Channel 4

    Harry needs a new friend to play fetch. Ollie the spaniel is the ideal match. Sassy fluffball Ballo causes a stir. And can blind cockapoo Marnie take guidance from Bella the stray?

  • S05E03 Episode 3

    • February 29, 2024
    • Channel 4

    Two teen brothers need a peacekeeper. Is Maggie, a cute Chihuahua cross, right for the job? And Nicola and Matt want very different dogs - can Woodgreen find them a compromise pooch?

  • S05E04 Episode 4

    • March 14, 2024
    • Channel 4

    India needs a special pup for support with her Tourette's. And mourning for his last pooch, Paul could use a new dog in his life. Then in walks Ziggy the fox terrier cross.

  • S05E05 Episode 5

    • March 21, 2024
    • Channel 4

    Can a leggy lurcher help two sisters extend their family? An abandoned Staffie Cross needs a boost. And a retired air steward prepares for take-off with a very exuberant cockapoo.

  • S05E06 Episode 6

    • March 28, 2024
    • Channel 4

    A bearded collie called Rexy Cutie Pie meets 10-year-old Kristopher and family. And can furry siblings Benji and Phoebe convince a retired nurse that two dogs is better than one?

  • S05E07 Episode 7

    • April 4, 2024
    • Channel 4

    An 11-year-old terrier cross arrives at Woodgreen shellshocked from the loss of her lifelong companion. And Tasmin from London is about to go on a whirlwind romance.

  • S05E08 Episode 8

    • Channel 4

    Beth and Jemima look to bring home a pal who can fit in with their dog-enthusiast friends. Trinity and Paul, along with their two pups, hope to recruit a fifth member to their pack. Then, Tina searches for a companion that isn't afraid of her wheelchair.

  • S05E09 Episode 9

    • Channel 4

    Tom and his girlfriend Maxine are ready for their first dog together, Boris the bulldog seeks a companion, and a mother and daughter in mourning seek healing at Wood Green.

  • S05E10 Episode 10

    • Channel 4

    While a ten-vear-old searches for his best furry friend forever (BFFF), a retired nurse looks to pour her love into something new, and a biker seeks a travel buddy.

  • S05E11 Episode 11

    • Channel 4

    Rob and Andy arrive at Wood Green ready to take home a new furry roommate. The O'Neills hope a new pup will help family patriarch Michael with his recent dementia diagnosis. After buying her first home, Tasmin looks to complete it with a new dog.