Hector has been named the UK’s loneliest dog and we just want to squeeze him

Come live with us, buddy.

There are lots of gorgeous animals out there in need of a good home - so to be named as the most lonesome in an entire country is quite a feat. Hector, a black and white lurcher, has been dubbed the loneliest dog in Britain. This handsome boy stands at one metre while on all four paws and is thought to be two years old. He has been living at an RSPCA shelter in Exeter in England for over 500 days and the staff there just don't know why he hasn't been adopted. "Hector is hilarious," shelter manager, Jo Evans, told LadBible. "He never fails to make us smile and is a firm favourite with all who meet him," "He's adored by staff and we can't understand why he is always overlooked. "This big lad has lots of love to give so if you have space in your heart and home then please get in touch!" Like all lurchers, Hector is full of beans and loves being active. Jo reckons he'd be best suited to owners who want to go on adventures with him. "He especially loves the beach, and we have learnt he likes to swim," she added. He's also suffers from separation anxiety, meaning he needs a lot of attention and would need someone to be at home with him throughout the day. We've our fingers crossed he finds his forever home very soon!