Poodle cross Elsie was taken in by RSPCA Sussex North & Brighton Branch after she was abandoned, tied up at the gates of the Brighton Animal Centre in Patcham, on 3 February.

Enquiries made by RSPCA officers traced her previous owner and her microchip showed she’d been imported into the UK from Spain, possibly as a rescued street dog. Her previous owners hadn’t been able to cope with her health problems and tests soon revealed that she was suffering from leishmaniasis.

Five-year-old mastiff Big Moose [pictured above] weighs more than 60kg (132lb) and has been waiting at the RSPCA’s Stubbington Ark, in Hampshire, since July 2022 for a new home. He’s a big boy with a big heart and the team caring for him describe him as a “gentle giant with a sweet nature who thinks he’s a lap dog - despite his size!”

She’s a beautiful dog who weighs in at 43.5kg (96lb) and has ‘bear-sized paws’ is looking for a knowledgeable owner to give her a chance to thrive. She needs her own space and would struggle in a home where she didn’t have space to spread out.

Despite his size, he’s a gentle and loving dog who loves spending time with people and enjoys playing with other big dogs. He’s looking for a family with older children and an owner who has experience with big dogs and can help with his training. He’d love a big garden so he can have fun outside.

Nina may be a big girl at 50kg (110lbs) but she’s also got a big heart; she’s very sweet and loves affection from the people she knows and trusts. You soon become her best friend after some fun games with her favourite toys and some treats!

Episode 275 features Chloe Cavoodle and the first chapter of Crufts or Bust.

Chloe Cavooodle is an assistance dog to Liana Olshansky.