Dorset Search Dogs
Also known as: Dsd
Dorset Search Dogs uses dogs to help the police and other statutory bodies search for missing people in the UK.
Activities & Mission
Dorset Search Dogs uses dogs to help the police and other statutory bodies search for missing people in the UK.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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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 | £10,870 | £12,141 | 0 / 17 | |||
| 2024 | £15,819 | £12,418 | 0 / 17 | |||
| 2023 | £21,748 | £26,741 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £29,155 | £12,997 | 0 / 17 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dorset Search Dogs
What does Dorset Search Dogs do?
Dorset Search Dogs uses dogs to help the police and other statutory bodies search for missing people in the UK.
How much income did Dorset Search Dogs report in 2025?
Dorset Search Dogs reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dorset Search Dogs registered as a charity?
Dorset Search Dogs was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 January 2012 as charity number 1145479. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Dorset Search Dogs?
Dorset Search Dogs is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dorset Search Dogs operate?
Dorset Search Dogs operates across 8 areas, including Bournemouth, Dorset, Hampshire and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Dorset Search Dogs a registered charity?
Yes — Dorset Search Dogs is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145479.
Details
BOURNEMOUTH POLICE STATION
5 MADEIRA ROAD
BOURNEMOUTH
BH1 1QQ
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Also Known As
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