About Animal Rescue Cumbria

Animal Rescue Cumbria is a long-established animal rescue charity founded in 1972 to address the growing number of pets being euthanised due to a lack of suitable homes. Originally run by volunteers fostering animals in their own homes, the charity became formally registered in 1974 under the guidance of Alfred Wainwright, whose support and book royalties helped secure a permanent rescue site. In 1984, the charity opened its Kapellan centre, which continues to provide shelter and care for dogs and cats in need. Today, Animal Rescue Cumbria remains a community-supported organisation, relying on donations, legacies, and fundraising to continue its mission of rescuing, caring for, and rehoming vulnerable animals.

Contact Information

LocationKendal, Cumbria
Charity Number1153737

Dogs Available from Animal Rescue Cumbria

10 dogs available
Ash, a 3 years old female Border Collie available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

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Ash

Cumbria
SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedBorder Collie

Age: 2 years & 5 monthsI could live with children.I could live with another friendly dog.I would like a secure garden.Ash is looking for her new forever home.Ash is an affectionate girl and has a lovely nature. Being still young, she would love an active home where she can continue to learn and explore.She could happily live with children as she would make a wonderful family companion.Ash hasn’t had the best start and will need a family to help build her confidence with new environments.She could also live with another friendly dog.

Basil, a 2 years old male Mastiff available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

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Basil

Cumbria
SexMale
Age2 years
BreedMastiff

I would like my family to be around most of the time.I could live with older children.I could live with another calm dog if introductions went well.Basil is a young, enthusiastic Mastiff cross who’s still finding his paws in the world.At just over a year old, he’s full of playful energy and has a lot of love to give but he can find being on his own a little overwhelming at times.He’s looking for a home where someone is around most of the time to help him build confidence and learn that independence can be a positive experience. Basil would benefit from continued training and routine to help guide him through his teenage phase — he’s still very puppy-like in many ways!Basil may be able to live with another well-matched dog of similar size, pending successful introductions, and could live with older, dog-savvy children (secondary school age and up).Ideally, his new owner will have experience with large breeds or be confident in handling bigger dogs. With time, consistency, and plenty of positive encouragement, Basil will make a brilliant companion.If you’re ready for a bouncy best friend with bags of potential, Basil might be just the one for you.**Basil currently weighs 41.2kg**

Daisy, a 3 years old female Border Collie available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

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Daisy

Cumbria
SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedBorder Collie

Age: 2 years & 6 monthsI could live with another calm dogs if introductions went well.I am looking for an active family to take me on adventures.I could live with older children.Daisy is looking for her new forever home.This gorgeous girl is very friendly and has so much love to give.She could happily live with older children who were confident around dogs.She could live with another friendly dog if introduction went well.Being still young, she would love an active home who will continue her training and take her on adventures.

Derek, a 4 years old male Whippet X Greyhound available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

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Derek

Cumbria
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedWhippet X Greyhound

Age: 3 years 11 monthsBreed: Whippet x GreyhoundI have previously lived with children.I could live with another calm dog who wouldn’t mind my playful nature.I would like a house without cats or small furry pets.I would like a patient family to help me build my confidence in new places.Meet the gorgeous Derek, who’s searching for his forever home!Derek could happily live with sensible children who understand when he needs a little space.He may be able to share his home with a calm, well-mannered dog who wouldn’t mind his playful nature.He loves getting out and about, walks nicely on the lead, and really enjoys spending time with his people.Derek would thrive with a patient and understanding family who can continue to build his confidence. He can find new situations a little overwhelming at times and looks to his humans for reassurance. He’s already made lovely progress during his time with us and would benefit from a home that will keep gently introducing him to the world at his own pace.

Donald, a 10 years old male Border Collie available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

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Donald

Cumbria
SexMale
Age10 years
BreedBorder Collie

I could live with another calm female dog if introductions went well.I could live with older children who can respect my space.I would love a home with collie experience.Donald is looking for his new forever home.He would be best suited in a home with older children who can respect his space and will enjoy spending time with him.He is still quite active for his age so would love going for walks and new adventures.He could potentially live with another friendly female dog.He is an intelligent and affectionate boy, he would make a loving companion.

Gibbs, a 10 years old male Unknown available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

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Gibbs

Cumbria
SexMale
Age10 years
BreedUnknown

Age: 9 years & 10 monthsI could live with older children.I could potentially live with a friendly female dog.I would like a secure garden.Gibbs is looking for his new forever home.He would be best suited in a home with older children who can respect his space and will enjoy spending time with him.He is still quite active for his age so would love going for walks and new adventures.He could potentially live with another friendly female dog.He is an intelligent and affectionate boy, he would make a loving companion.

Ivy, a 5 years old female Unknown available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

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Ivy

Cumbria
SexFemale
Age5 years
BreedUnknown

Age: 4 years & 8 monthsI could live with children.I could live with another friendly dog.I would like a secure garden.Ivy is looking for her new forever home.This gorgeous girl has a very sweet and gentle nature, she has so much love to give.She could happily live with children as she would make a wonderful family companion.She could live with another friendly dog.Being still young, she would love an active home where she can continue to go on new adventures and explore.

Paddy, a 4 years old male Australian Shepherd available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

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Paddy

Cumbria
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedAustralian Shepherd

I would like a family that will continue my training.I would like to be the only dog in the house.I would like my new family to be around most of the time.Paddy is a lively and affectionate collie who is looking for an active, loving home.He can sometimes find interactions with other dogs overwhelming and may respond by barking. For this reason, Paddy is seeking a home where he can be the only dog. This behaviour is manageable and can be discussed in more detail during an appointment.Paddy walks very well on the lead and particularly enjoys having time to explore his surroundings and take in all the interesting scents on his walks. He is a very intelligent dog who will benefit from a home that can provide both physical exercise and mental stimulation to keep him happily occupied.A home with previous collie experience would be especially beneficial, helping Paddy settle and thrive in the right environment.Paddy would suit an active family who can include him in adventures and provide the outlets he needs for his energy and intelligence.He could potentially live with school-aged children after careful introductions (10+ years old).

Puzzle, a 5 years old female Unknown available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

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Puzzle

Cumbria
SexFemale
Age5 years
BreedUnknown

Reserved - no more enquiries, pleaseI could potentially live with another dog dependent on a successful meeting.I will need help building my confidence with lots of positive reinforcement. I could also live with older primary children.I would like my family to be around most of the time.Meet Puzzle, the sweet natured girl who was brought in with her puppy, after doing an amazing job raising him, she is now ready for a home that will give her lots of time, patience and positive reinforcement.Puzzle cannot live with cats or any other small pets as she has shown prey drive behaviours, she could potentially live with another quiet dog dependent on a successful meeting.She could live with older primary school children who can give her some quiet time and space when she needs it.Puzzle is very quiet and seeks reassurance, and loves having cuddles at any chance she can get.