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Battersea Dogs' And Cats' Home

Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860.

About Battersea Dogs' And Cats' Home


Tags: Pet rescue & rehoming Animal Welfare

From the moment we welcomed our first stray dog in 1860 we have been placing our animals at the centre of everything we do. More than three million animals later, we're still working hard to achieve our vision that every dog and cat should live in a home where they are treated with love, care and respect.

Established in 1860, we’re one of just a few animal rescue centres that run a non-selective intake policy. This means we accept any breed of animal, at any age, including dogs or cats with serious medical and behavioural problems. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best. That's why we help every dog and cat in need – whether it's newly born or getting on, cute or cute in its own way.

Battersea aims to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help, caring for them until their owners or loving new homes can be found, no matter how long it takes. We are champions for, and supporters of, vulnerable dogs and cats, determined to create lasting changes for animals in our society.

OUR VALUES
Everything we do as individuals and teams, as vets and volunteers, fundraisers and foster carers, nurses, kennel and rehoming staff, is underpinned by our values:

Care – We are passionate about the welfare of dogs and cats, and all of our work is inspired by the needs of, and our love for, animals.

Excellence – We have been working tirelessly to provide shelter for animals for over 150 years. We are one of the oldest animal charities in the world and the knowledge and experience we have gained has made us credible leaders in our field.

Determination – We deal with some of the most challenging situations that impact the lives of dogs and cats. We seek to tackle problems at source by working actively with communities and wider society, challenging misconceptions and encouraging owners to take responsibility for their pets and treat animals humanely. We will not shy away from difficult issues.

Respect – We treat all animals and people with respect and dignity.

Integrity – We are trustworthy. We are indebted to our supporters and greatly value all the donations given to us, ensuring they are carefully spent on providing the best possible future for animals.

Commitment – We strive to find every dog and cat a loving home. We put no limit on the time an animal stays with us, and we will never put an animal to sleep unless significant medical, safety or legal reasons compel us to do so. Our staff and volunteers are hugely committed.