Dogs Trust Legacy
Also known as: Dogs Trust, Ncdl, The National Canine Defence League
Dogs Trust operates a network of rehoming centres across the UK; each provides dog accomodation, puppy houses, isolation blocks and treatment rooms.Dogs Trust provides financial assistance to allow owners in genuine need to have their dogs neutered through participating veterinary practices.Dogs Trust provides dog training and educational material on responsible dog ownership.
Activities & Mission
Dogs Trust operates a network of rehoming centres across the UK; each provides dog accomodation, puppy houses, isolation blocks and treatment rooms.Dogs Trust provides financial assistance to allow owners in genuine need to have their dogs neutered through participating veterinary practices.Dogs Trust provides dog training and educational material on responsible dog ownership.
Grants
Dogs Trust Legacy makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £895,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and animals
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,203,000 | £895,000 | £0 | £1,576,000 | £1,576,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £67,323,001 | £271,790,001 | £46,662,000 | £267,999 | £267,999 | 1815 / 1500 |
| 2023 | £136,045,330 | £138,648,959 | £100,136,503 | £209,134,154 | £81,431,125 | 1896 / 1000 |
| 2022 | £124,598,892 | £117,522,361 | £83,375,674 | £209,853,960 | £84,100,000 | 1612 / 1000 |
| 2021 | £119,472,406 | £102,502,371 | £74,027,398 | £213,182,872 | £67,146,000 | 1381 / 3400 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Dogs Trust Legacy
What does Dogs Trust Legacy do?
Dogs Trust operates a network of rehoming centres across the UK; each provides dog accomodation, puppy houses, isolation blocks and treatment rooms.Dogs Trust provides financial assistance to allow owners in genuine need to have their dogs neutered through participating veterinary practices.Dogs Trust provides dog training and educational material on responsible dog ownership.
How much income did Dogs Trust Legacy report in 2025?
Dogs Trust Legacy reported total income of £2.20m and reported expenditure of £895k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dogs Trust Legacy registered as a charity?
Dogs Trust Legacy was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 June 1963 as charity number 227523. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Dogs Trust Legacy?
Dogs Trust Legacy is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dogs Trust Legacy operate?
Dogs Trust Legacy operates across 5 areas, including Bosnia And Herzegovina, Ireland, Northern Ireland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Dogs Trust Legacy a registered charity?
Yes — Dogs Trust Legacy is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 227523.
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Dogs Trust
- Ncdl
- The National Canine Defence League
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated