Love Underdogs
Also known as: Romanian Underdogs
To relieve the suffering of dogs and other animals in the UK and abroad to provide, maintain and support rescue homes for the reception, care and treatment of such animalsTo provide protection, treatment and security for the animals which are in need of care and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usageTo educate the public in animal welfare generally
Activities & Mission
To relieve the suffering of dogs and other animals in the UK and abroad to provide, maintain and support rescue homes for the reception, care and treatment of such animalsTo provide protection, treatment and security for the animals which are in need of care and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usageTo educate the public in animal welfare generally
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
Higher than 49% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 94). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £389,560 | £477,696 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2024 | £412,119 | £441,094 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £418,333 | £580,558 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £445,740 | £407,249 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £613,239 | £413,537 | £413,537 | £396,844 | £396,844 | 6 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Love Underdogs
What does Love Underdogs do?
To relieve the suffering of dogs and other animals in the UK and abroad to provide, maintain and support rescue homes for the reception, care and treatment of such animalsTo provide protection, treatment and security for the animals which are in need of care and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usageTo educate the public in animal welfare generally
How much income did Love Underdogs report in 2025?
Love Underdogs reported total income of £390k and reported expenditure of £478k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Love Underdogs?
Love Underdogs has a program ratio of 67.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 94 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Love Underdogs registered as a charity?
Love Underdogs was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 July 2013 as charity number 1152792. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Love Underdogs?
Love Underdogs is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Love Underdogs operate?
Love Underdogs operates across 3 areas: Romania, Essex and Waltham Forest.
Is Love Underdogs a registered charity?
Yes — Love Underdogs is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152792.
Details
15 London End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2HN
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Also Known As
- Romanian Underdogs
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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