Do you have a dog-shaped hole in your heart this festive season? Here are five adorable pups dreaming of their forever home this week.

Pups at Darlington's Dog Trust are waiting for their special day - the day they get to go to their forever home with their new owners.

There are dozens of dogs currently up for adoption - could you offer them a home?

Here are just five dogs waiting to go to their forever home.

Bjorn

This "handsome" Dutch Shepherd is still waiting to meet his forever family. He's described as "intelligent" and an "energetic" dog who loves going on walks.

He is said to be worried by other dogs but loves enrichment and playing with his toys.

Bjorn.Bjorn. (Image: DOGS TRUST)

Blondie(s)

This absolutely gorgeous litter of pups, named 'Blondie' online are all looking for their fur-ever home.

They are all female Mastiff Cross puppies and are under six months old and will need all of the usual puppy training.

Blondie.Blondie. (Image: DOGS TRUST)

Maggie

An energetic and playful girl, Maggie is looking for an adult-only home which will include training as well as people who can make as much time for her as possible.

She loves to do "speedy zoomies" and enjoys relaxing on grass in the sunshine.

Maggie.Maggie. (Image: DOGS TRUST)

Phoebe

Labrador retriever Phoebe is a "super affectionate" pup who loves to snuggle up beside you.

She is suitable to live with other dogs but is looking for a home in a rural environment as she is sensitive to noise.

Phoebe.Phoebe. (Image: DOGS TRUST)

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Rocco

Whippet Cross Rocco is only between one and two years old but is looking for a family who can channel his oodles of energy into positive enrichment and training.

He needs a family who can take him on long walks and can be the only pet in the household.

Rocco.Rocco. (Image: DOGS TRUST)