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Dog Assistance In Disability

Also known as: Dog A.i.d., Independence Dogs

Dog 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.

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Activities & Mission

Dog 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.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£191,805
Latest Expenditure
£191,046

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 99.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 99.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£191,805
£191,0460 / 63
2024
£186,055
£156,8800 / 95
2023
£107,502
£142,9600 / 81
2022
£134,636
£131,4820 / 95
2021
£139,400
£115,9240 / 157

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Dog Assistance In Disability

What does Dog Assistance In Disability do?

Dog 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.

How much income did Dog Assistance In Disability report in 2025?

Dog Assistance In Disability reported total income of £192k and reported expenditure of £191k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Dog Assistance In Disability registered as a charity?

Dog Assistance In Disability was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 June 2018 as charity number 1178719. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Dog Assistance In Disability?

Dog Assistance In Disability is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Dog Assistance In Disability operate?

Dog Assistance In Disability operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Dog Assistance In Disability a registered charity?

Yes — Dog Assistance In Disability is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178719.

Details

Address
The Roy Fletcher Centre
17 Cross Hill
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 1JE
Registration Date
11 June 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5120684
Charity Number
1178719

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Trustees

Andrew Binks
Elizabeth Patricia Drury
Fran Murtaugh
Gillian Helen Kirkman
Hazel Shields
ISOBEL MICHAEL
Also governs 1 other charity
Louise Doran
Rhiannon Moore

Also Known As

  • Dog A.i.d.
  • Independence Dogs

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