Abandoned Newfoundland Finds a New Forever Home | The Dog House | Channel 4

[@nicelizabeth8008]

“We’re gonna have to buy a bigger car” is what got me, haven’t even met him already knowing he’s gonna be theirs! I loved this episode, this entire show in general, but it makes me so sad that so many dogs need to be re-homed to begin with because of what’s happened to them.

[@chocobxl]

As the mother of a neurodivergent teen who was diagnosed with depression age 13, I can say that getting a dog was the best decision I ever made.

[@cerysjones1947]

My 16 yr old brother has depression, and we got a dog when he was 14, it's honestly helped him so so much! She's there at his most down moments, when we can't help him, and she seems to!

[@Darren-xd1yo]

I've watched this so many times. When I'm down this puts a smile on my face . Would love a follow-up of how he's doing. BET HE'S LIVING THE DREAM.

[@garethaustin6049]

Saved my life coming back from Afghanistan love my mastiffs

[@columcunningham4458]

Thank you for everything you have done and will do in life. All the best. The pups are lucky to have you as their dad.

[@lidialourdes1107]

Bendiciones a todos ellos

[@user-fz4ts6fv6o]

Previous owners couldn't care for him as they were building their home.If it was my house ,it would seem too empty without that giant goofy boy.

[@Duckduckobtusegoose]

It seems like they did the best they could in the situation they were in. The felt they were neglecting the care and love the dogs need due to a busy lifestyle likely back and forth and therefore made sure he was somewhere he would get everything he needs and find an amazing family.

[@PuffKitty]

I think a big ol dog is better off with kids to bond and grow with 🤔

[@nicolas_-_-_]

​@@PuffKitty Hello! I'm a 34 year old kid 😁😄

[@daphne1079]

Some folks are callous.

[@alicewheaton1330]

Stupid reason...

[@Sherry-iv6yh]

Dogs are lifelong commitments. Shame on the family who couldn’t be bothered because they were building a new house. He’s better off with his new family.

[@kathleenshabaan3806]

AMEN ! ❤

[@laurelgirard8475]

A beautiful match by the shelter! It’s like they were waiting for each other!

[@vidsbyme2590]

Apparently they kept their other dog?

[@nancygilliland4002]

Agreed...how could their dog not be included?

[@lauraansara5066]

💯

[@Stopthisrightnow560]

One family gets rid of him because they're building a new home. The next joke about buying a new car for him. I'm so happy for Rocky.

[@Romzylicious]

right?!

[@elizabethrose1766]

I would have lived in a cardboard box rather than get rid of my dog…. My newfy lived till she was 11 and she took my heart when she passed …. Fly high baby girl …..

[@Rosalee2424]

💔❤️❤️

[@MH-ph9dw]

Me too

[@truenorthliving_]

I have 2 newfoundlands and knowing how sensitive the breed is, it puts me to tears to see one in a shelter and sad and lonely.

[@frosty6960]

they do suffer from depression

[@Here4TheHeckOfIt]

Awww...that does sound heartbreaking. The breed is legendary for their giant hearts ❤

[@sportyprincessxo]

I wish they didn’t cost 4000$ :(

[@annemorgenstern6070]

​@@sportyprincessxo I think shows like this show the importance of adopting and not buying a dog from a breeder

[@HotVoodooWitch]

@@annemorgenstern6070 there's a place for responsible breeders and there's a place for adoption.

[@shiboof]

DO NOT GET A DOG IF YOU ARE NOT COMMITTED. COMPLETELY. SO happy for this chap. And his new family.

[@MissIncorrigibleOfOz]

I think the dad could see that Rocky was ready to eat and made sure his son Dan was the one to give the food - good parenting!

[@Nigelsmom2136]

Newfies are the sweetest, gentlest giants ever. They are beautiful souls.

[@blue_jay31]

For sure !

[@richardmcnamara8530]

❤ Agreed! Great dogs!

[@Darlene-u6n]

They are beautiful dogs and come from our beautiful province of Newfoundland.

[@wojciechturek1601]

How good is when animal goes into good hands and how sad is when people are not responsible to decide for an animal they will care for for life

[@twistoffate4791]

Exactly. I will not leave this earth until my three dogs have reached the ends of their natural lives. It's doing right by them and showing them the same love and loyalty they have shown me.

[@wojciechturek1601]

@@twistoffate4791 ❤️

[@Charlie-bh3yk]

Nothing would make me abandon mine. One I’ve had from a puppy and the other is an ex-racing greyhound who was abused and used, then discarded at the shelter when she was no longer of “use.” I adore them both and feel guilty if I leave them for a few hours!!

[@tpilot_error404]

If a caretaker dies ( not being old) or is no longer able due to medical reasons and family just cant take an animal it is not that easy.

[@russellesimonetta9071]

Seven years old! Getting dumped is terrible! Big dogs aren,t around long to us but to them we are their whole life!

[@susanmerenda5666]

Rocky will be the most loyal and loving family member.

[@Lionforaday]

I'm glad they gave him up. They didn't deserve him. Now he has the seaside family he was always meant to have, complete with his own boys.

[@MarthaOprisko]

'I cannot understand giving up a dog because you "don't have the time because you're building a house." The only time I had to rehome a dog was when my 1st son was born & our Basenjis were dangerously jealous. Fortunately, my younger sister took both the Basenjis & when she could no longer have them where she was living, my parents stepped up & everyone ended up being happy. But that's not always the case.

[@JoeMH1995]

I'm always glad when they show families adopting a bigger dog. Sometimes shelters really struggle to find a place for bigger dogs, especially breeds with a bad reputation, even if that dog is suitable for a family.

[@arachnidqueen4372]

I love how the wife just smiles & says we're going to need to buy a bigger car, yet they haven't met him yet.... That family got exactly what they wanted..... A Complete Family ❣️

[@heidirobinson8734]

The second the mum said " we're going to have t get a bigger car" you just knew Rocky was on the home run!

[@ElizabethT45]

That is so sweet that what brought Rocky out of his shell was Dan.

[@ZBeets720]

What a lovely family. Those boys are adorable. It looks like Rocky finally found people who will love him for life. Yes, I’m crying.

[@susanmerenda5666]

I rescued Sammy at age 2 years. He was part Neuffie, chow and border collie. 85 lbs. Never been in a house or trained. I drop dead fell in love. He was my best friend for 11 years and still missed.

[@suzannegriffin5121]

That dog smiled at the smallest boy. This will be a great fit.

[@wleighkst1671]

Kudos to the shelter for actually trying to help match dogs to family interests!! Good luck to Rocky & the fam!! ❤

[@wswift7611]

Rocky is a gentle giant, sweet and affectionate. He deserves a good family with plenty of love and hugs

[@blue_jay31]

Just beautiful for all !

[@mistedscript2722]

I have three Newfoundlands. And they were all oresent while we had major rennovation work done to our house. They were all completely fine, and were actually very excited to see how the house looks now. There is no excuse for a family to abandon them just because they had a new house being built. I am ashamed.

[@toyoyoyo104]

A dog is family. Glad he found a new one to love him.

[@rebeccacadzow8707]

My family used to have a Newfoundland,lab, Irish wolfhound cross dog and he was the most gumpy cuddly gentle giant. He made it to 15 years old. He was nearly 6ft when on his hind legs. Miss him loads xx

[@fmcm7715]

Wow. That was a big dog Rebecca. Great mix of breeds to have in a dog. All the gentle and intelligent genes.

[@Here4TheHeckOfIt]

Fifteen is a great age for a giant dog. Glad you got to enjoy him for that amount of time ❤

[@Here4TheHeckOfIt]

The fact that the family takes him to the beach is perfect - newfie heaven! ❤

[@leahbrooker6593]

I will never understand how someone can get rid of a family member like that.

[@kevinchomyshyn523]

Brought a tear to my eye, when they finally bonded 😘

[@monicaboyd4557]

Same!

[@philipsdeb]

The older brother is a keeper too.

[@floriduhgeorgia]

Seeing Dan’s confidence skyrocket made me tear up! I know his family must have felt so happy to see that

[@louisasmiles]

Couldn't have been a better match for both family and Rocky

[@user-ii3vn8tn3q]

I would never choose a new home over my dog.

[@i.a.2247]

Me neither. It is heartbreaking.

[@kathy5706]

I know someone who was building a new house and got rid of their 4 yo German Shepard because they didn’t want a “mess” in their new house. we are not friends anymore, I just couldn’t stand listening to their nonsense.

[@lululacanuck3824]

@@user-ii3vn8tn3q Our handsome Buddy, who is a Yorkie Bichon mix, was given to us thru a neighbour who was building a new home. It was kind of a long story but essentially boiled down to him not fitting their lifestyle anymore. He was 5. He is now 14 and living his best life on 2 acres out in the country. He even has a new niece, my daughter’s 1 yo. black Lab, Miss Pearl.

[@caroline0515]

The previous owners are a piece of work. Their pet interfered with their new house!!! Not that the dog isn't better off because he certainly is, but giving up a pet is like giving up a child. I know that is how I have always felt about all my pets. I would no more give up a either one . Some people are just SO selfish. His new family knows the score tho. They are so generous and loving.......well done, Rocky!

[@ZAjosh]

The amount of anger hearing 7 years old and abandoned by his family, I'm glad Rocky found a family that seems to love and need him as much as he needs them. Newfies are the sweetest.

[@edralphy]

He’s absolutely gorgeous!!! As for the drooling we just simply carry a tea towel around! No problem! One LUCKY family!!! ❤

[@amandashervell3294]

❤

[@cherylcreasey]

I simply don’t understand how anyone could give up their gorgeous gentle dog after 7 years. So glad Rocky found such a gorgeous new home.

[@kirstenwollam4530]

I love it! When you give him a fuss, there's room for everyone to do it at the same time.

[@mn7164]

When he ate I almost cried.

[@snowboarder4700]

Newfoundlands do great with kids! They are just really big sweethearts! ❤ my local ski patrol at my home mountain uses newfoundlands and burnese mountain dogs. They love giving attention to not only the patients to help calm them down, but after the ski school lets out they love to play with the kids. The dogs actually bring them tennis balls and frisbees for them to throw so they can fetch them for fun.

[@janellek21]

Newfoundlands require large amounts of interaction, more than most breeds. I have a 1 year old Newf and he's happiest when he's around groups of people or other dogs. He's rather sluggish when it's just him and me alone in the house, but he perks up when I take him to visit other people or to the dog park to play with other dogs.

[@HotVoodooWitch]

My Landseer was brought up in a bonded pack and really likes other dogs, which is why I'm looking for a sibling.

[@janellek21]

@@HotVoodooWitch My Newf is also a Landseer. I'd love to get Ichinojo a little sibling but one 175 lb dog is eating into my budget enough as it is!

[@HotVoodooWitch]

@@janellek21 mine's only 129 (female).

[@janeeirvin5724]

The parents are nice people. They love the kids and it shows.

[@darraghcorkery1805]

Awwww so glad when a dog finds a great family and comes back to life essentially 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Stickywicket1keet]

Unreal that a “person “ could give up a family member Glad he got such a good home 😊

[@caroline0515]

This is one of the CLASSIC 'boy and his dog' type of stories. It is impossible to resist this type of dog that just fits in so easily. This family needed Rocky as much as he needed them and they are magic together. Thank you for sharing this.

[@Fridayyet]

Newfies are the biggest sweetest kindest teddy bear dogs How can anyone hurt these beautiful kind dogs or any animal? Just sickening.

[@michaelbelcher3622]

What terrible people!! They couldn't juggle his care while there building their new house. AWFUL PEOPLE!! I HOPE THEY CHOKE ON THEIR SAWDUST. I'm so happy that Rocky found a new and much better family

[@mamadragon2581]

My knee-jerk reaction was to yell "Screw them!"

[@linda6987]

“You cannot share your life with a dog or a cat and not know perfectly well that animals have personalities and minds and feelings”. -Jane Goodall There are no coincidences... 🐾♥️🐾

[@sheilaslaney2575]

We have rescued one Newf cross (golden) and one pure Newf. The most loyal and loving dogs. They don't call them velcro dogs for nothing. Charlie our Newf cross passed away a couple of years ago, but Molly our brown Newf, gives us joy every day. As I write this, Molly is sleeping on top of my feet. lol

[@christinewilkinson2424]

I love to see the kids faces, such joy when they get to see the dogs ❤🐾🐾

[@michaeltutty1540]

What a magnificent dog, and what a terrific new family.

[@Diana-007]

This brought a tear😢 what a beautiful dog and wonderful family, Rocky has definitely found his loving forever home, great story and happy ending. Mixed emotions for the excellent staff who have cared for Rocky and are obviously extremely fond of him but will be delighted to see him go to such a great family.

[@michaelbennett9359]

Amazing , so glad you gave him a forever home , he will enrich your life’s forever, he is family now ❤️🥰

[@jmillard4966]

Such a lovely family for a gorgeous dog. ❤️

[@rebeccaanderson5191]

He looks so much like my beloved Kirby, Newfie/Golden retriever mix, the most mellow, LOVING fella ever. LOVED swimming in river or lake or splashing in our kiddie pool but happy to let his sister Golden retriever run and chase balls. Loved lying outside in blizzards buried in snow (only time he was probably not hot) and had to make him come in but liked being an indoor lapdog. He wasn't drooly but his hair blew a couple times a year-- flying fuzzballs despite combing. LOL I miss you Kirb. ❤️

[@GamerplayerWT]

My absolute favorite episode of THE DOG HOUSE UK!

[@markheys5516]

Put a lump in my throat. Family gave him up after 7 yrs, I wonder if they gave up the other dog. The young boy needing and making connection was so touching, 😘

[@joysharma5705]

Rocky you stole the families heart , ❤️ you are very sweet n special,Godbless

[@dobermommartha]

What a beautiful boy. What a perfectly precious family for Rocky to be loved by. I’m rather glad that the former owner gave him up. (I would never do this but some people don’t really care) Rocky really scored with his new home.

[@SMcCaskill]

Newfoundlands are rescue dogs, water or mountains. Just like St Bernards and Great Pyrenees. They are also protective of their people.

[@Whippy99]

Oh this is simply wonderful. My heart is swelling! 💗

[@jdog2345]

Pathetic people giving up a beautiful boy, all for vanity! I am so happy this family and this beauty found each other… so much better in the end for him❤so gentle.

[@JoyBlissWonder]

The trainer is wonderful, the way he is with the dogs is a beautiful thing to see.

[@ls-kk4pq]

What a beautiful video. And what a bond between Rocky and that child. The child knew. Rocky knew. It was come on home.

[@marinadebeer3996]

What a joyfull little dog, sure she is a pleasure to have around

[@CharlieColquhoun-f1q]

Please remember that a dog is not a simple dog but a family member just the same as a child is. They depend on us for so much but on the other hand we depend on them for so much more. They comfort us, they help us and ultimately they will give their life's for us. Would you give your life for your ultimate companion. I would as they would for me.

[@martag9128]

Match made in heaven. Cute doggy with a beautiful family

[@JosephA.-ns9hr]

I have a great pyr. They are so loyal and loving and protective. When they get given up, they take it very hard.❤❤❤ the slobber means he needs more water.

[@CRatcliffe]

I LOVE my newfy, drool is just part of the love

[@royster3345]

Our second rescue dog was unwanted by the previous owners. He was very quiet first few weeks while settling in, spent a lot of time under the kitchen table obviously feeling abandoned and confused. Now though he's fully settled in, has his routine, little bit of fuss first thing in the morning, out to go to the toilet, runs back in to be fed then off to the home office or wherever I'm in the house. Love him to bits, he'll never be abandoned again.

[@Jello836]

Happy for rocky and the family to find the perfect match.

[@RockyBobbieBuster]

"he's amazing" ALL dogs are amazing,I wish I had the space and the money to adopt thousands of dogs and give them a second chance, sending blessings from England

[@x_n_x_gal9161]

Oh my goodness what a sweet adorable fluffy boy 😍

[@CaliKiwi-]

Wow Rocky got an upgrade!! Much better family who really love him!!

[@lululacanuck3824]

My husband,a native Newfoundlander, and I have seen these beautiful gentle giants many times, in person. They are incredibly sweet natured and contented dogs. Dan needs to give him lots of attention to be a good companion. Spending time with Rocky, being attentive and kind to him will ensure Dans bond with Rocky. yes they are messy and their coat is super thick. BTW, this dog is considerably smaller than most Newfies. They are usually the size of a big Golden, bordering on Great Dane. Must be the GS mix.

[@patrickryan5570]

I love the Dog House - it melts my heart...

[@nick7602]

This made me cry, how beautiful he is

[@stephenbutler6819]

I have a newfie he's 8 just found out he has a tumour and I'm gutted but he has always been loved and whenever his last day is he will be loved too ... anywhere I take him ppl adore him he's a special dog there a fantastic breed

[@jjs1300000]

Rocky is adorable 😊

[@user-km2bk8zb4m]

What a lovely family, Rocky is so lucky ans so are they... happy days ahead 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@annekathleen4498]

Rocky is such a sweet soul ❤❤

[@ronaldwhite5670]

Thank you kind people

[@carolgarvey]

Rocky was lucky he got such a gorgeous family . The whole family are wonderful. ❤❤

[@costcontrolaccounting4613]

Newfie's are just the best tempered and gentle dogs with a family, they are wonderful and loyal.

[@tatertot1946]

Newfies are the very best. I'm so glad this one found the home he so deserves!! ❤

[@Keglin329]

This is the most beautiful family.

[@robjohnson750]

The definition of Love at First Sight ...........

[@MrsMoofy]

I can't believe rocky was 7 he was so chunky and youthful ❤❤❤❤

[@susanmerenda5666]

He’s so beautiful and special.

[@nancygilliland4002]

What a nice facility...good family for rocky❤

[@dawnangelawalker]

That was so lovely. Happy dog and happy family. Sometimes I watch this series and I'm screaming at the telly DONT GIVE THEM A DOG. But this was a match made in heaven.

[@DCFunBud]

Such a lovely family. I hope the dog will improve their high anxiety.

[@susanmerenda5666]

Beautiful dog. Give him time and he will be so loyal and loving.

[@janetpattison8474]

The dog is beautiful and deserved a better family that had BIG hearts, & 💞 would give love unconditionally.❤❤❤😊❤❤❤

[@JF-kv1gm]

Such a lovely family to help Rocky recover from being given up by his previous family. And Dan will be a particularly important factor. Thank you , you lovely people! .❤🙏

[@elisiaw5515]

I just could not fathom having to give up my dog. I appreciate there’s certain circumstances but interfering with building a new home would not be one of them. Shame on his previous owners - so glad he found his forever home in the end xxx

[@lanamorris4160]

Be happy now boy xx❤️

[@debblackwell2750]

At least the pup was handed into a shelter. He’s living his best life and helping his kids. No I couldn’t imagine giving a dog up but they did the right thing taking him somewhere he was safe.

[@majidsaber6931]

A life affirming video, the care and compassion of the shelter staff and the gorgeous family. So happy for Rocky❤❤❤❤❤

[@geewhizify]

Our family had a Newfie for 17 years. Lady was a great dog.