A “goofy” dog who has spent nearly half his life waiting for a forever home is still holding out hope that someone will adopt him.

Rescue dog Keanu was adopted at five-months-old after being rescued from the streets of Romania by People’s Animal Welfare Society (Paw Society).

But 18 months later he found himself looking for a home once again when his family welcomed a new baby into their lives.

Paw Society is now desperately seeking a patient home for Keanu ahead of his one-year anniversary back in foster care in Burgess Hill. He is currently Paw Society's longest-term resident.

Keanu smilingKeanu smiling (Image: PAW Society)

Megan Baker, spokeswoman for Paw Society, said: “It’s heartbreaking that a dog as lovely as Keanu is struggling to find a home.

"Keanu arrived in his foster home a broken shell of a dog who was extremely fearful. He has come on leaps and bounds during his time in foster and, while he is still sensitive, he has become very playful and affectionate (on his terms).

Keanu in bedKeanu in bed (Image: Paw Society)

“His favourite thing to do is run around a secure field - he’ll quite often break into zoomies from the excitement of it all.”

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Paw Society said Keanu is struggling to find a home because he has a “bite history”, which “instantly reduces his prospects”.

Keanu with both of his foster brothersKeanu with both of his foster brothers (Image: PAW Society)

“When he was less than a year old, Keanu gave a warning bite to someone he was fearful of,” said Ms Baker.

“His body language had been ignored and he had not been advocated for. He would have felt as though he had no other choice.

“Unfortunately, this puts off many adopters. However, with proper management and respect, he has not bitten since. With his history, he is looking for a home with experienced people who are willing to take advice.”

Despite his sad history, Keanu is described by his foster carer as a “beautiful boy with a goofy personality”.

He “idolises” the two large dogs in his foster home and could live alongside another confident and playful canine.

Keanu (left) with his brother MaxKeanu (left) with his brother Max (Image: PAW Society)

“The progress Keanu has made since his return is incredible and down to the patience, understanding and confidence his foster carer has with him,” the charity said.

"His new family will need to be willing to learn with him and must meet him a few times to build trust.”

Keanu can be adopted anywhere in the UK.

For more information about Keanu, view his full profile at: www.pawsocietyuk.org/keanu.