The dogs and dedicated staff at the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, are preparing for their close-up once again as filming begins on the next two series, and a Christmas special of the hit U&W show, Pete Wicks: For Dogs’ Sake.
The show, fronted by TV personality, podcaster and Strictly Come Dancing star Pete Wicks, gives viewers an exclusive look behind the scenes at Dogs Trust, meeting the dogs currently in the care of the charity, and the incredible team who work tirelessly to find them loving forever homes.
Series one of the show, which premiered in January, became U&W’s highest-rated unscripted debut since 2016, and led to a 30% surge in Dogs Trust adoption applications.
Dogs Trust said the next two series promise even more emotional and inspiring stories as Pete follows dogs through every stage of their journey, from rescue to rehabilitation, and finally, rehoming.
Filming will take place at Dogs Trust Basildon and other Dogs Trust rehoming centres across the UK.
Pete Wicks said: “I am delighted to return to Dogs Trust for series two, three and a Christmas special of For Dogs Sake. Filming the first series and following the journeys of these dogs was such a personal and professional career highlight.
“To know the show received such a positive public reaction, and had a genuine impact on the increasing numbers of dogs being rescued is what really matters. The true heroes of this show are the Dogs Trust staff and volunteers – the work they do is incredible and it’s been an honour to highlight their dedication and commitment.”
Owen Sharp, chief executive of Dogs Trust, added: “We’re over the moon to welcome Pete and the For Dogs’ Sake team back into our rehoming centres. Series one helped shine a spotlight on the amazing work our staff and volunteers do every day and resulted in a huge uplift in adoption interest and footfall across our centres.
“We are looking forward to building on that success and continuing to tell the stories of the wonderful dogs in our care, all waiting for their forever homes.”
