Animals Charities
Discover 1,482 Animals charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Devon Horse And Pony Sanctuary
Animals, Housing, Saving of livesDevon Horse and Pony Sanctuary is dedicated to the care, of equines in need. We provide a loving home for equines to the end of their days and in appropriate cases will find the right loan home for the right animal. We also provide a permanent home for retired Police horses and other working equines. We will also take in emergency neglect cases and provide the appropriate care.
Barking Mad Dog Rescue
Animals, Charity and VCS support, HousingSupporting our shelter for abandoned and persecuted dogs in Romania by raising funds for food, care, housing and veterinary expenses. Managing a team in Romania to ensure the dogs are well cared for. Providing emergency rescue response when needed. Facilitating adoptions for suitable dogs to in loving homes in the UK. Working with local authorities in Romania to provide humane solutions.
The Donkey Field Pre-School
Animals, Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, EducationDonkey Field pre-school is a pre school run for children aged 2 1/2 to school entry. Our fund-raising events include Summer and Christmas fairs, cake and book sales and sponsored activities. Children participate in varied activities inc painting, reading, drawing, planting flowers, play dough, role play and outside play to name just a few.
Dash Dogs
Animals, Housing, Social welfareproviding and maintaining, or facilitating the provision and maintenance of, rescue homes or other facilities, careand treatment of dogs; - providing or facilitating the provision of appropriate care, protection, treatment and security for dogs in need ofcare and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usage; and - educating the public in matters pertaining to
Evermore Dog Rescue
AnimalsTo promote humane behaviour towards dogs in Romania in particular, but not exclusively, by:Supporting rescuers that provide appropriate care, protection and treatment for dogs which are in need of care by reason of sickness or maltreatmentRehoming dogs who are in need of rehomingEducating the public in matters pertaining to dog welfare in general and the need for Spay & Neuter in particular
The Kennel Club Educational Trust
Animals, Charitable activities, Crime and JusticeThe advancement of education of the public, in particular but not exclusively dog owners and trainers, in responsible dog ownership, including public safety , obedience training and the health and welfare of dogs.
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Barnsley And District Branch
AnimalsAssisting RSPCA inspectors and animal collection officers on their aims of preventing cruelty to animals. Operating an animal rehoming programme, neutering, micro-chipping, vaccination services, providing cat pen and kennel provision, fostering and lost and found services, providing financial assistance for veterinary fees for those in need.
Daybreaks Trust
Animals, Charity and VCS supportFUND RAISING AND PROMOTION OF AWARENESS OF THE NEEDS OF RETIRED AND RESCUED GREYHOUNDS. USE OF FUNDS RAISED FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC, TO RELIEVE THE SUFFERING OF DOGS IN NEED OF CARE AND ATTENTION, AND TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RESCUE KENNELS FOR THE CARE OF SUCH DOGS.
Saving Abandoned Fly-Grazing Equines
Animals, HousingTo support and advise local landowners to legally rescue and re-home abandoned and neglected horses in the Berkshire and Surrey area.
Dog Assistance In Disability
Animals, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareDog A.I.D. (Assistance in Disability) empowers physically disabled people throughout the UK to train their own pet dogs, supported by professional dog trainers as volunteers, to qualify as Assistance Dogs. Our highly skilled volunteers develop the training to meet individual needs. Dog A.I.D. partnerships build independence, wellbeing and confidence, reduce isolation and need for constant care.
Wisteria Cat Rescue
Animals, HousingWe are a cat rescue charity based in the heart of Kent. Assisting with the welfare of cats, cats will then go onto new homes once fully ready. We also support the community with education with regards to cats.
8 Below Husky Rescue
AnimalsRehoming unwanted huskies and snow dog breeds throughout the United Kingdom.
Marjorie Coote Animal Charity Trust
AnimalsThe Charity Fund is to be applied by the trustees for the benefit of all or any of five named registered charities and of any other chqritiable organisation which has as its main purpose the care and protection of horses, dogs or other animals or birds.
Pumpkin And Friends Charity
Animals, Education, Social careFounded in 2021. Pumpkin and Friends Charity set out to raise awareness and money for animals with disabilities. Providing equipment and financial help. Rescue, rebilhation and rehoming of disabled animals.Therapy dogs, training and certification. Educational visits to schools and universities. Our aim is to open Pumpkin and friends animal retreat and respite centre.
Dark Horse Theatre
Animals, Arts, Beneficiary groupDark Horse works and campaigns to improve the lives of individuals with learning disabilities via a range of projects using performance arts. As well as national touring of high quality productions to theatres throughout the UK , the company trains actors and delivers client specific workshops and commissioned performances. There is also a vibrant Young Company.
Hector's Greyhound Rescue
Animals, LeisureTo rescue dogs, particularly ex-racing greyhounds or sighthounds that are no longer wanted by their owners or have been abandoned across England and Wales.
Friends Of Birkenhead Council Kennels
Animals, Associations, Charity and VCS supportOperational running of stray dog kennels facility for the Wirral area. The charity also fundraises and raises awareness of dog welfare issues in the local area.
Venture Farm Cat Rescue
AnimalsRescuing, caring for and rehoming cats (and some other animals) at the farm. Ensuring they are all neutered and providing support where necessary.
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Tunbridge Wells And Maidstone Branch
AnimalsRehoming of unwanted cats and dogs, providing a clinic, neutering scheme and welfare vouchers for owners of animals who are in receipt of benefits
Summerfield Stables-Horses In The Community
Animals, Charitable activitiesSummerfield Stables aims to provide facilities, advice and guidance to enable members of the community within the area of benefit to have the chance of horse riding and associated skills. In particular we aim to make horse riding accessible for those who would not usually have this opportunity due to disadvantage or disability.
Animal Rescue
Animals, Charitable activities, HousingThe animal rescue charity provides sanctuary (safe haven) throughout the UK for all animals whether domesticated or wild. Without exception, the prevention of suffering and preservation of life is paramount. The ultimate objective is to re-home or re-habilitate. Operates save a dog (SAD) campaign to rescue dogs facing euthanasia from Uk dog pounds.
Romney House Cat Rescue
AnimalsDOMESTIC CAT RESCUE AND SANCTUARY
Gaddesden Place Rda Centre
Animals, Beneficiary groupThe charity provides horse riding facilities and instruction for children and adults with a wide range of disabilities in the area around Hemel Hempstaed in Hertfordshire.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Welfare
Animals, HousingStaffordshire Bull Terrier Welfare is a supporting group to help member rescue groups. The objective is to help ease the suffering and distress of the Staffordshire Bull Terriers which are abandoned / unwanted. At this moment in time it is reported the S.B.T. is the most common breed of dog found in kennels, all our rescue groups are bursting at the seams.So please if you can help,give one a home.
Cats Paws Sanctuary
Animals, HousingRescue and rehome abandoned, unwanted and homeless cats & kittens.
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.