Overview
- Wicks revealed four-month-old Rodney on Instagram, introducing him as a new companion and little brother to his dog Eric.
- He acknowledged the recent death of his dog Peggy and said the new adoption is not a replacement but a chance to give a home to a dog in need.
- The adoption was arranged through Dogs Trust West London, and he thanked the charity while signing off with #AdoptDontShop.
- Dogs Trust has credited the second series of Wicks’ rehoming show with a 20% rise in adoptions and a 25% increase in donations, alongside higher centre footfall.
- Celebrities and followers posted supportive messages, with JB Gill, Sam Thompson, Ruth Langsford and Vicky Pattison among those welcoming Rodney.