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War Paws Limited

To advance animal welfare by relieving the pain and suffering of all animals, particularly in hostile environments and areas of civil conflict. To assist with reuniting animals adopted in hostile environments and areas of civil conflict with their owners. To rescue and rehome animals from areas of civil conflict and hostile environments.

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Activities & Mission

To advance animal welfare by relieving the pain and suffering of all animals, particularly in hostile environments and areas of civil conflict. To assist with reuniting animals adopted in hostile environments and areas of civil conflict with their owners. To rescue and rehome animals from areas of civil conflict and hostile environments.

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
£373,344
Latest Expenditure
£339,226

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 80.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 96.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.1%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,473,761
Charitable Activities £16,696
Other Trading £0
Investments £97
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,204,587
Raising Funds £0
Governance £1,145
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £47,266

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

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

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£373,344
£339,2260 / 20
2024
£325,467
£344,5110 / 20
2023
£265,029
£472,6030 / 15
2022
£1,490,554
£1,251,853£1,204,587£272,617£155,2271 / 10
2021
£136,205
£145,9520 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about War Paws Limited

What does War Paws Limited do?

To advance animal welfare by relieving the pain and suffering of all animals, particularly in hostile environments and areas of civil conflict. To assist with reuniting animals adopted in hostile environments and areas of civil conflict with their owners. To rescue and rehome animals from areas of civil conflict and hostile environments.

How much income did War Paws Limited report in 2025?

War Paws Limited reported total income of £373k and reported expenditure of £339k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was War Paws Limited registered as a charity?

War Paws Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 July 2016 as charity number 1168239. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs War Paws Limited?

War Paws Limited is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID CLEDWYN MATTHEWS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does War Paws Limited operate?

War Paws Limited operates across 2 areas: Iraq and Romania.

Is War Paws Limited a registered charity?

Yes — War Paws Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168239.

Details

Address
War Paws
PO Box 7344
WEDNESBURY
WS10 1DX
Registration Date
15 July 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5063139
Charity Number
1168239

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Trustees

DAVID CLEDWYN MATTHEWS Chair
Dr Helene Svinos
Dr Louise Harvey
Victoria Whiteside

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