WHAT WE DO

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 should live in a home where they are treated with love, care and respect.

OUR WORK AND VALUES

Battersea aims to never turn away a dog 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, determined to create lasting changes for animals in our society.

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, at any age, including dogs with serious medical and behavioural problems.

We work hard to educate the public about responsible pet ownership including microchipping, neutering and training. This includes educational talks and visits to schools and organisations, events, and publications.

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 our work is entirely inspired by our love for, and the needs of, animals.
Excellence – we are one of the oldest and most respected animal charities in the world, and our knowledge and experience gives us the credibility to inspire and lead.
Determination – we will not shy away from the difficult issues which face us, and which make all dogs vulnerable and affect their lives. We will confront these issues by working with communities and in the wider society as well as, of course, for the animals in our care.
Respect – a simple but powerful pledge to treat all animals and people with respect and dignity.
Integrity – we are indebted to our supporters and humbled by their steadfast friendship. We take very seriously their faith in our promise to spend wisely, and provide the best possible future for our animals. We communicate openly, honestly and constructively, and with influence.
Commitment – we, our staff and volunteers, are committed to providing the very best standards of care, and giving every dog the time and help they need to find a loving home.

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