Adopting dog or cat

[Joanna66]

Hi,

My daugher really wants a dog or cat and I finally think about that seariously.

Where we can adopt or find a pet locally?

I only know about Battersea.

 

Thank you for all your messages.

Joanna

[TWB Cat Sitter]

Cats & dogs are not an ideal option for a child's first pet. I would recommend opting for a more low-maintenance animal, such as fish or hamsters. The issue is when children get bored & the responsibility falls on to the parent, but the parent doesn't have the enthusiasm to train a dog or provide daily enrichment for a cat. They are expensive, & vet bills do add up. Eventually they end up being put up for adoption, which is incredibly sad, as these animals build connections. To genuine lovers of animals, they are family.

- having said this, if the above doesn't apply to you, I would recommend https://www.celiahammond.org/

Edited September 25, 2023 by TWB Cat Sitter

[Pugwash]

Most reputable rehoming centres will do a house check and and satisfy themselves that you are able to understand the commitment of pet ownership. We have in the past rehomed 4 retired greyhounds (Greyhound Trust) and several cats - at one stage we had 4 cats but are now down to one who is now 13 years old. I cannot imagine our home now without a cat. 

[MrsR]

 

I have had three cats from Celia Hammond Trust in Lewisham

 

Foal Farm Biggin Hill

Second Chance Animal Rescue - Crockenhill

[Ella Menopee]

Just also be aware that many rescues won’t rehome dogs to families with primary school aged children so that may be another consideration.

[Underhook]

Check out Many Tears Animal Rescue, it is a very well run shelter in Wales. They will home certain dogs with primary school age children. The adoption fee is about £500 from memory

 

You will need to be able to drive to Wales to collect the dog…