Petplan is in the business of helping keep pets healthy and happy, so we do everything we can to support other organisations with the same philosophy.
From re-homing rabbits to special care for cats, there are hundreds of worthy charities and community groups out there and we work with as many of them as we possibly can.
We’d like to tell you about a few of these charities here and how you can help animals in need.
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has been rescuing lost and unwanted dogs since 1860 and cats since 1883 – making it one of the oldest animal rescue centres in the UK. The Home operates from three locations: the original centre at Battersea, Old Windsor and Brands Hatch.
Battersea pride themselves on rescuing and reuniting lost pets, and educating pet owners to create a more pet friendly and responsible environment for dogs and cats.
For more information call Battersea on
020 7622 3626 or visit www.dogshome.org to find out more.
Wood Green Animal Shelters
Wood Green Animal Shelters is a national animal welfare charity that has been taking in and re-homing animals since 1924.
The charity’s three shelters re-home over 6,000 animals each year. Nearly a third of the animals Wood Green take in require treatment for pre-existing medical conditions or injuries, which in some cases have been life threatening.
Wood Green relies solely on the support of the general public; without this support the shelter would not be able to continue its valuable work.
If you would like to find out how you can help Wood Green Animal Shelters or would like further information about the charity please call 08701 90 40 90 or visit www.woodgreen.org.uk.
Dogs Trust
Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK, we care for over 12,000 stray and abandoned dogs at our network of centres every year.
Founded in 1891, Dogs Trust has always campaigned on dog-welfare related issues to ensure a safe and happy future for our four-legged friends.
Call 020 7837 0006 or visit www.dogstrust.org.uk for further information.
The Blue Cross
The Blue Cross is a registered UK animal welfare charity which aims to:
- ensure the welfare of animals by providing practical care
- highlight the benefits of companionship between animals and people
- promote a sense of respect and responsibility towards animals in the community
To find out more contact The Blue Cross on 01993 825 523 or visit www.bluecross.org.uk.
Cats Protection
Formed in 1927, Cats Protection (CP) has grown to become the UK's leading feline welfare charity. They now rescue and find new homes for around 60,000 cats and kittens every year, through their network of 29 Adoption Centres and 260 voluntary-run Branches.
Their work doesn't stop there though: they also provide an array of cat care information via their website and National Helpline. They also promote the benefits of neutering for a happier pet and distribute education packs to a third of schools in the UK.
To find out more contact Cats Protection on 0800 917 2287, or visit www.cats.org.uk.
NAWT
Every day the National Animal Welfare Trust cares for over 500 animals from cats and dogs to farm animals and occasionally wildlife. Founded in 1971, the Trust rescues and rehomes abandoned, ill-treated and unwanted animals that would otherwise be turned away or put to sleep.
At our purpose built Retirement Home for elderly animals at Trindledown Farm, Berks, we care for many cats and dogs that are generally too old to rehome. While at our Watford Headquarters, as well as our other centres in Somerset, Cornwall and Essex, we cater for younger and older animals alike and in great numbers. When the animals come to us they can be very distressed and withdrawn but they are always treated with kindness and care by our staff and volunteers.
To find out more contact NAWT on 020 8950 0177 (0900 to 1700 Monday to Friday) or visit www.nawt.org.uk
