The Dog House NZ
2023– · TVNZ 2 · 60 min · 1 season
S01E08 · Episode 8
Thu, 6 Apr, 5:30 pm
Lanita and her two grown-up kids meet a dog with a rough backstory, mum of five Danielle wants a furry friend to keep her company and avid cyclists Jo and Jarvie are ready to join the dog club.
About
Finding forever homes for rescue dogs isn't easy, but that's exactly what the staff of Country Retreat Animal Sanctuary do every day. Set inside a rural Kiwi animal rescue known for its tireless commitment to rescuing animals in trouble, The Dog House NZ captures the joy and complexity of the human-dog "dating" experience.
Each episode introduces tearful tales of abandoned dogs while also touching on backstories of families, couples and singletons all hoping their lives will be changed by a new four-legged friend. It's up to the sanctuary's dedicated staff led by husband-and-wife team Helen and Gavin to match pets with potential new owners and to arrange an all-important first date that will determine if the adorable pups and hopeful humans have that fated connection.
Episodes
- E01
Episode 1
Thu, 16 Feb· 65 minNew Kiwis, the Bolton family, meet a cheeky puppy. Kate and Neill are ready for a new four-legged friend after a bereavement and flat mates Amanda and Rob look for a canine addition.
- E02
Episode 2
Thu, 23 Feb· 60 minSingle Dad Rinesh and his two girls are looking for a puppy. Newlyweds Heidi and Steve are excited to rescue a fur baby and sisters Sally and Megan met a nervous dog with a traumatic history.
- E03
Episode 3
Thu, 2 Mar· 60 minMelissa is looking to begin her journey as a first-time dog owner and carer for the elderly Jillian hopes for a furry companion who will enjoy the social side of her job.
- E04
Episode 4
Thu, 9 Mar· 60 minThe Ashcroft-Schulz family are excited to adopt a rescue dog, but son Arlo is nervous. Hamilton mother of eight Jo wants a furry friend and newlyweds Hannah and Lynda meet a Swiss Shepherd.
- E05
Episode 5
Thu, 16 Mar· 60 minRadio DJ Bree and her partner Sophia are looking for a bestie for their terrier, Whitney Houston. Barry and his daughter Lily are looking for a calm companion to join their family.
- E06
Episode 6
Thu, 23 Mar· 60 minFamily of five the Bascals are looking for a new buddy for their dog, while Karina and her son Alex meet a bonded pair of Jack Russell Chihuahua brothers.
- E07
Episode 7
Thu, 30 Mar· 60 minJanine and her two girls are looking for a dog to join their girl squad while the Sulinom family have been waiting over 20 years to adopt a puppy.
- E08
Episode 8
Thu, 6 Apr· 60 minLanita and her two grown-up kids meet a dog with a rough backstory, mum of five Danielle wants a furry friend to keep her company and avid cyclists Jo and Jarvie are ready to join the dog club.
Cast
Gareth Williams
Narrator