Two old but romantic dogs – called Romeo and Juliet – are desperate for a new owner.
The pair of Staffordshire Bull Terriers have been together all their lives.
But despite their close bond – in place for nine years – no-one wants to give them a home.
Their previous owner couldn’t cope with them anymore because they had too many dogs.
Romeo, nine and 11-year-old Juliet have now spent over eight months – 245 days – in RSPCA kennels.
They are 56 and 65-years-old in human years.
Romeo (left) gives Juliet (right) a kiss (Credit: Jam Press/RSPCA)
The loved up duo are currently in the animal charity’s Lancashire East branch animal centre, in Accrington.
An RSPCA spokesperson said: ““Inseparable Romeo and Juliet, who are nine and 11 respectively, came into the care of the RSPCA in February.
“They’d been living in a multi-dog household where the owner was struggling to cope with numbers.
“Having been together all their lives, the dogs have formed a close bond and love nothing more than spending hours playing tug of war with each other and receiving cuddles from the centre’s staff and volunteers.
“But unlike their young namesakes in Shakespeare’s tragedy, the four-legged friends are now in their twilight years and the RSPCA believes their age is probably the reason they are being overlooked.
“Despite the fact that both of them are still well and active.
Sue Abraham, Lancashire East Branch’s fostering co-ordinator, said: “They are the most loving and affectionate pair of dogs you could ever hope to meet.
“But being on the more mature side has not helped them and they are now our longest-staying dogs.
“Juliet likes to carry her toys around like babies, and one of their favourite pastimes is playing tug of war with each other.
Juliet (left) and Romeo (right) in a playful mood (Credit: Jam Press/RSPCA)
“Romeo is a bit of a foodie and adores his treats, so we’ve had to watch his waistline a little.
“He forgets he’s not as young as he used to be and he’ll try and jump over our reception desk.
“Midway through his run he’ll then change his mind and he ends up with only his front paws dangling over.
“They’re both wonderful characters who are devoted to each other and they will bring so much joy to their new family.
“Being in kennels in their twilight years is not easy for them and they’ve been waiting for their happy ending for a long time.
“We’d love to see them settled in their own home and hope this appeal will help us find their perfect match.”
