Animals Charities
Discover 1,482 Animals charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Together For Animals
Animals, Charity and VCS support, HousingThe principal activity of the Charity is to raise funds, primarily through payroll giving, to help animals in need. The funds are given equally to the four member Charities. These are - Blue Cross, Mayhew Animal Home, SPANA and World Horse Welfare.
International Guide Dog Federation
Animals, Education, HealthMembership Organisation made up of Professional BodiesSetting accreditation standards and providing assessments
The Tree Of Life For Animals Limited
Animals, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Social welfareWe rescue, treat, vaccinate and sterilise street dogs and cats and provide treatment and care to all other ill and injured street and wild animals. At our animal shelter in a rural and poor area of Rajasthan, India, we employ a large number of local Indian staff. We educate children and adults in all aspects of Animal Welfare. We provide free veterinary services to livestock animals.
Shak (safe Homes And Kindness)
Animals, HousingTo relieve the suffering of large breeds of dogs in need of care and attention, and, in particular, to provide and maintain rescue homes or other facilities for the reception, care and treatment of such large dogs.
Border Collie Rescue And Rehab Centre
Animals, HousingWe rescue and rehabilitate Border Collies. Most of the dogs that come into us have psychological/behavioural issues. This is usually due to being in the wrong homes with the wrong owners to suit their needs. Once the dog has settled in, we then start the rehabilitation process ready for the dog to find its forever home.
Hungary Hearts Dog Rescue
Animals, HousingOur vision to end the cycle of unplanned births and resulting deaths by neutering all the animals we rescue and save the lives of the abandoned, abused, homeless, neglected, rejected, stray, and surrendered dogs in Hungary and in the UK.We offer lifetime support to all our dogs and their owners.
Vizslamentes UK Rescue Trust
Animals, Charity and VCS support, HousingThe charity works to raise funds to support the rescue, rehabilitation, care and treatment of Hungarian Vizslas and related breeds, predominately in Hungary. Part of this is supporting the network of foster homes, predominately in Hungary, during this rehabilitation, care and treatment. We also find adopters and forever homes for those dogs suitable to be rehomed in the UK. We promote and educate.
Rushton Dog Rescue
Animals, HousingPrimarily to rescue care and re home suffering and abandoned dogs also to give sanctuary to dogs that cant cope in normal homes
Shy Lowen Horse And Pony Sanctuary
Animals, Beneficiary group, LeisureWe provide safe haven, care and rehabilitation for equines in need. Horses and ponies are rehomed on a permanent loan basis when health is restored and their rehabilitation is complete. Those who don't reach a level fitness to be rehomed are cared for by us and are available to the public for sponsorship. We have a strong focus on education and incorporate a team of young people aged from 11.
Staffie And Stray Rescue
Animals, Charity and VCS support, HousingStaffie and Stray Rescue take in dogs via phone calls/emails from members of the public wishing to surrender their dog. We also work with local authorities and help to find stray dogs a forever home. Dogs are placed in foster homes we do not have a centre of our ownAll homes are vetted before placing dogsAll money is fundraised by volunteers
Leybourne Grange Riding Centre For The Disabled
Animals, Beneficiary group, LeisureRecreational and occupational therapy, through contact with and riding horses. Particularly aimed at anyone with any disability.
The Scratching Post (rescue And Shelter Appeal For Cats)
Animals, HousingFor the benefit of the public to relieve the suffering of maltreated, abandoned and unwanted cats in need of care and, in particular, to provide and maintain rescue homes or other facilities for the reception, care and treatment and, where suitable, the rehoming of such animals.
Whitehall Dog Rescue
AnimalsTo relieve the suffering of dogs in need of care and attention
A Better Life Dog Rescue Limited
AnimalsTo fund the care and relief for dogs suffering from illness or neglect. Funding medical treatment where required.Identify areas where improvement was required. We have supplied funding to enable improvements to be made. Correctly built kennels.Provide education to reduce the levels of disease.Donate food, or provide funding for food.
Avon Cat Rescue
Animals, Beneficiary groupAvon Cat Rescue has been active for over 50 years. At premises in South Warwickshire, relinquished and stray cats receive sanctuary and care prior to rehoming. The charity does not practice euthanasia except on medical grounds and with veterinary advice, therefore non-rehomable cats may become permanent residents. The charity operates locally and, to a lesser degree, in adjacent counties.
East Midlands Dog Rescue
Animals, HousingTo rescue and re-home abandoned and unwanted dogs. We make sure that all dogs are neutered,vaccinated and microchipped before rehoming. Prospective new homes and owners are checked prior to re-homing the dogs.
Croydon Accessible Transport
Animals, Social welfareNot for profit community transport services provision.
Jarjeer Mule And Donkey Trust
Animals, Beneficiary group, Charitable activitiesProvides grants, financial support and other support necessary for the welfare or abused, neglected or orphaned working animals in Morocco.
Sirona Therapeutic Horsemanship CIO
AnimalsSirona Therapeutic Horsemanship provides equine-assisted therapeutic and educational activities that may also involve other animals to those with physical, mental, social or emotional disabilities or disadvantages.
Rottweiler Welfare Association
Animals, HousingRescue abandoned and neglected Rottweilers and help those who are unwanted. To provide all necessary care, treatment and rehabilitation. Asses these dogs for adoptability and find suitable homes for them.
Bliss Cavalier Rescue LTD
AnimalsBliss Cavalier Rescue is a breed specific dog rescue for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels in England. We additionally offer support and education to owners of the breed. Our core activities are directed toward improving the lives of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels by putting the health and welfare of the dogs in front of everything else.
Fen Bank Greyhound Sanctuary
Animals, Housing, LeisureTo rescue, rehabilitate and re-home in appropriate supported homes, ex-racing greyhounds who come into our care. All homings are vetted and supported for the life of the dog.
Almost Home Dog Rescue
Animals, HousingProviding rehoming services for abandoned dogs and to educate the next generation of dog owners.
Margaret Haes Riding Centre LTD
Animals, Beneficiary groupThe main purpose of the Riding Centre is to enable people with disabilities to experience the enjoyment, challenge and a sense of achievement, through participation in equestrian activities in an inclusive and integrated environment. That has been the social mission of the Riding Centre for over 50 years. Horses touch the lives of people, helping them to heal, to embrace the new and the possible
Give A Dog A Bone
Animals, Environment, Social welfareHelping the poor and disadvantaged in the local area by recycling furniture and goods
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many animals charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,482 registered animals charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the animals charities by income?
The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association is the largest by latest reported annual income (£156.4m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of animals charities?
Animals charities reported a combined annual income of £1.1bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for animals charities?
Across all animals charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 73.9%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of animals charities?
Animals charities have an average annual income of £647k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.