Animals Charities
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West Wales Poundies Dog Rescue
AnimalsRehome stray dogs that have been saved form being put to sleep after serving their statutory 7 days
Clarks Farm Greyhound Rescue
Animals, Housing, LeisureThe charity provides safe kennels for ex-racing greyhounds, promotes them as pets and pro-actively seeks to find homes for them
Safe Rescue LTD
Animals, HousingTO PROMOTE HUMANE BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS DOGS BY PROVIDING APPROPRIATE CARE FOR DOGS NEEDING CARE AND ATTENTION BY REASON OF SICKNESS, MALTREATMENT, ILL USAGE AND TO FIND RESCUE HOMES. TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC IN MATTERS PERTAINING TO ANIMAL WELFARE AND THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY AND SUFFERING AMONG ANIMALS PARTICULARLY DOGS.
The Mills Equus Trust
AnimalsThe relief of suffering and distress of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules which are in need of care and attention and in particular to provide for the establishment and maintenance of facilities for the care and protection of such old, retired, sick, ill-treated, unwanted or abandoned animals.
Horse And Bamboo Theatre
Animals, Arts, Charitable activitiesThe promotion of public education and the encouragement of the arts through the visual and performance arts. It achieves its charitable objectives through its principal activities. Horse + Bamboo exists to pursue excellence in visual theatre and related activities and to take innovative theatre to sections of the community who may not easily access it.
Cardiff Dogs Home, The Rescue Hotel
Animals, Charitable activities, HousingTo promote humane behaviour towards dogs in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan through the provision of funding, items, services and support to assist Cardiff Dogs Home in its work. To advance the education of the public in matters pertaining to responsible dog ownership and the prevention of cruelty and suffering among dogs.
A.w.l.n. Foals And Horses Sanctuary
Animals, Charitable activities, HousingTo relieve the suffering of horses, foals and ponies and in particular to provide and maintain a sanctuary for such unwanted animals and treat the sick or ill. To provide a good quality of life for our charges, and develop a role for them within the community, for the benefit of the wider public. We have a policy, where appropriate, to re-home suitable horses or ponies.
Appledown Rescue And Rehoming Kennels
AnimalsThe care of unwanted dogs, particularly strays. Keeping these dogs safe, well and fit. Rehoming dogs to new, appropriate owners. Educating and advising the public on the care of dogs.
Bury's Stray Cat Fund
Animals, Social welfareTo reduce the suffering of stray & feral cats. Neutering is encouraged as the only humane method of control. To rescue & rehome as many cats as possible. Euthanasia is only on a vet's advice. To help with the cost of neutering & treatment in cases of hardship. To take responsibility for ill or injured cats until an owner is traced. To maintian high standards of care for cats we are look after.
Longlands
Animals, Beneficiary group, HealthLonglands offers alternative educational provision and mental health support to vulnerable young people within the therapeutic setting of an organic livestock farm on the border of Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Students study for qualifications in animal care, equine and land-based studies all within the context of meaningful work and alongside skilled and qualified tutors.
The Lincolnshire Trust For Cats
Animals, Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Social careTo relieve the suffering of cats in need of care and and to provide accommodation and hospital facilities for unwanted cats and for the treatment of sick cats in the county of LincolnshireThe Trust also runs a retirement home for unwanted older cats and elderly cats whose owners have died or gone into residential care themselves .Giving peace of mind to owners and a home for life for their cats.
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Lancashire East Branch
Animals, HousingThe objectives of the Branch are to promote kindness and prevent cruelty to animals. Our key aim is to find suitable homes for as many animals as possible, and provide proper care for those who have been mistreated or abandoned (we are not licensed to accept stray dogs!).The main activity for achieving our aim is the operation of an Animal Centre at Altham near Accrington.
Catwel (cardiff)
Animals, HousingCatwel (Cardiff) exists to provide temporary care for stray and abandoned cats and where possible find good homes for their future welfare.
The St Luke's Mission Initiative
Animals, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, ReligionSt Luke's Mission Initiative is a Christian community on the Isle of Dogs, with a particular focus on being a centre for family life for the whole community. Our main activities include Christian worship, discipleship, evangelism and community activities.
The Geoffrey And Pauline Martin Trust
Animals, HealthThe Geoffrey and Pauline Martin Trust's objects are to apply funds held to promote charitable purposes in any part of the world. Specifically, the Charitable Trusts focus will be supporting charities in the following areas: medical conditions including cancer, arthritis, asthma, kidney diseases and those attributable to ageing. The Charitable Trust will also focus on animals, in particular cats.
The Stables Horse Activity Centre
AnimalsThis centre is for people with or without disabilities, with integration being central to the project. The horse is a good medium for people regardless of ability, allowing the opportunity to develop self-esteem through looking after the horse alongside promoting physical health through riding the horse.
The Ginger Cat House Rescue
Animals, Social welfareAt GCH we rescue cats and kittens in the SW London and Surrey area. We offer shelter and sanctuary by providing appropriate care, protection, treatment and security for cats and kittens in need of our help by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usage and abandonment. We rehome such cats where possible, and offer sanctuary to those which cannot be re-homed.
Hopton Rehab & Homing Centre
Animals, Social welfareTo promote humane behaviour towards horses by providing appropriate care, protection, treatment and security for those which are in need of care and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances, through the provision of facilities for the reception, care and treatment of such animals and the rehoming of them.
Lambourn Valley Housing Trust
Animals, Beneficiary group, Housing, Leisure, Social welfareThe principal activity of the charity is to relieve poverty among persons employed, or formerly employed or active in the horse racing industry (together with their wives, widows and dependent children) in particular by the provision of housing.
Horses For Wellbeing CIO
Animals, Beneficiary groupHorses for Wellbeing supports the emotional, social and educational growth of young people in Gloucestershire. Our programme pairs children and young people with horses to improve emotional wellbeing, help build confidence, trust and life skills through therapeutic interactions.
Saints Sled Dog Rescue
Animals, HousingNon profit charity dedicated to rescuing and rehoming Sled dogs around the UK. We operate using foster homes country wide helping Sled dogs find their happily ever after.
Fetcher Dog
AnimalsFOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC TO RELIEVE THE SUFFERING OF DOGS
Stella Hancock Driving Group Riding For The Disabled Association Incorporating Carriage Driving
Animals, Beneficiary groupWe provide horse and carriage driving for disabled people to enable them to engage in both pleasure and competitive carriage driving under Riding for the Disabled Association rules
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Gwynedd Branch
Animals, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, HousingRSPCA West Gwynedd Branch runs an almoning scheme offering free or subsidised neutering of cats and dogs to owners on means-tested benefits, while funds last. We also provide assistance for paying veterinary bills on the same proviso.We re-home cats & kittens.Fund-raising is primarily via our shop at Pwllheli. Details of other activities are given on our website at www.RSPCAWestGwynedd.org.uk
Senior Staffy Club
AnimalsSenior Staffy Club rescues and rehomes Staffordshire Bull Terriers and Staffy Cross dogs aged 7yrs and over. We operate throughout the UK . We have a kennel base in the Worcester and Stafford areas and fosters carers across the UK.
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.