Britain's most unwanted dog is desperate for a forever home after a 650-day wait

27 September 2023 , 13:46

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Zen has been described as being 'full of beans.' (Image: Jam Press/RSPCA)

The unluckiest dog in Britain, desperate for a loving home, has waited over 650 days in an RSPCA kennel for a potential owner to look after him.

The lonely pooch, Zen, was born in kennels back in December 2021, but no one has shown any interest in the cheeky, brown-and-white lurcher crossbreed, which is currently being raised by animal charity the RSPCA at the Blackberry Farm centre in Aylesbury, Bucks.

Staff at the RSPCA centre were not able to comprehend why the “lovely boy” has never been taken home by a family, as he has spent his entire life living in a kennel.

“It breaks our hearts when we see him in our kennels and the days and weeks go by but he still gets overlooked,” they said.

Zen has spent his entire life in kennels (Jam Press/RSPCA)

Sadly, Zen’s mother was part of an RSPCA cruelty case. But that didn't stop the pooch from stealing the hearts of those who care for him. The playful pup enjoys relaxing downtime, which normally consists of Zen laying on his back with all four legs in the air, when he isn't busy playing and being affectionate.

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Zen has been described as a ‘pleasure’ to be around by staff, as they are urging people to consider adopting him, and if they are unable to, then to spread the word to provide hope that an owner will be found diligently.

Staff tried numerous methods to make adopting Zen more attractive - changing his name from 'Blitzen', hoping it would pull some heartstrings and result in him receiving an owner.

An ideal owner/adopter for Zen will be fond of cuddles whilst being experienced in caring for large breeds, will be required to be around the majority of the day so he is able to build up the confidence to be home alone. Lastly, he must be an only dog as he can become frustrated when meeting other ones.

If you'd like to adopt Zen and give him the forever home he deserves, you can find more information from the RSPCA here.

Kelis Cassia Edwards