Summary
A dog named Ralph, a Cane Corso, has been in a shelter in Brighton, England, for over 1,407 days. The shelter, run by the RSPCA, is urging people to adopt larger dogs like Ralph, who often wait longer to find homes. The RSPCA's Adoptober campaign aims to help long-stay animals get adopted, especially larger breeds.
Key Facts
- Ralph, a Cane Corso, has been in the Brighton shelter for more than 1,407 days.
- He is estimated to be between 4 and 5 years old, spending most of his life in the shelter.
- The RSPCA Brighton shelter reports that large dogs can take much longer to be adopted compared to smaller dogs.
- The RSPCA is running the Adoptober campaign to encourage adopting long-stay animals, especially larger breeds.
- Shelter Animals Count reports that 2.8 million dogs and cats entered U.S. shelters in the first half of 2025.
- Large dogs often face a higher risk of euthanasia due to longer shelter stays.
- Ralph has received behavior training at the shelter and has made progress.
- An ideal home for Ralph would be quiet, without children, and possibly with a female dog companion.
