One "gentle" pooch, Ice, a mixed breed rescued from a Romanian public shelter by Oakwood Dog Rescue, is waiting to be chosen.
A heart-wrenching clip from a rescue centre shows Ice, a dog still awaiting adoption, affectionately resting his head on the hand of his carer.
Oakwood Dog Rescue shared details of Ice's arrival on his profile, commenting: "He arrived wagging his tail and enjoying lots of fusses.
The comments section was brimming with affection for Ice, a dog in need of a forever home.
Despite this, people often gravitate towards puppies when considering the significant commitment of adding a canine to their household, leaving many older dogs in kennels for long periods before finding their permanent family.
