A poor pooch has spent years waiting for someone to notice him at a shelter, but his sweet nature has never changed - and now rescuers are hoping one person will finally give him a chance11:50, 01 Sep 2026Meet the dog nobody wants to rehome Most dogs waiting in shelters dream of the day someone will finally choose them, but this poor pooch has been waiting far longer than most.‌The seven-year-old dog has spent the last five years behind shelter bars in Greece, watching people come and go while desperately hoping one of them will take him home. Every time someone passes his kennel, Poseidon reportedly clings to the metal fences, offering affection and hoping this could finally be his lucky day.‌Despite spending most of his adult life in a shelter, the gentle giant has never lost his sweet nature and remains desperate for human attention. At around 35kg, Poseidon is a big boy, but those who know him say he is incredibly gentle, tender and affectionate. He loves cuddles and gets along wonderfully with other dogs.‌Now, after five years of waiting, Poseidon, who is up for adoption with Greek Stary ResQ, is ready to leave his kennel behind and start the life he has always deserved.Currently based in Kymi, Evia, he is fully vetted, vaccinated and microchipped, and is eligible to travel to the UK to meet his new family.‌All Poseidon needs is someone to look beyond his size, notice the beautiful soul waiting behind the bars, and finally give him the chance to know what it feels like to belong.If you're interested in rehoming Poseidon or any other dogs in Greek Stray ResQ's care, visit their website at greekstrayrescue.com.Why you should adopt a dog instead of buying from a breederRescue centres and rehoming charities often have more dogs than available homes. Adopting can directly reduce pressure on shelters and, in some places, lowers the risk dogs are put down due to lack of space.‌A lot of problem cases come from unregulated online sales and high-volume breeding where welfare is poor. Choosing adoption avoids feeding that market and encourages more responsible pet ownership overall.Rescues often assess dogs in kennels or foster homes and can advise on temperament, energy level, suitability for kids/other pets, and any known triggers – information you don’t always have with a puppy.What's more, you'll get to skip the demanding puppy phase to help a dog that could have been waiting years for its forever home.‌Remember, a dog is for life. Whether you're adopting or not, you should always do your research and weigh up lifestyle choices before getting a new pet.Greek Stray ResQGreek Stray ResQ relies heavily on its dedicated team of volunteers, who give up their time to help some of Greece's most vulnerable animals.The group is particularly looking for animal lovers across Greece, including in the northern regions where the need for support is greatest.Article continues belowWhether you're able to offer your time regularly or simply want to help while visiting Greece, there are plenty of ways to get involved and make a real difference to the lives of stray dogs.For those planning a holiday, Greek Stray ResQ also offers opportunities to spend time helping at a Greek dog shelter, with options for both live-in experiences and shorter volunteering stints.By giving up just a little of your time, you could help provide animals with the care, attention and love they desperately need while becoming part of a community of like-minded animal lovers.