Adopt a Rescue Dog in Surrey

Akita Rescue is dedicated to the rescue, welfare and protection of American and Japanese Akitas in the UK. Dogs are assessed and matched with homes that can meet the needs of the breed, and the charity also supports fostering for Akitas that need a second chance.

Al Mayya K9 Adoptions is dedicated to giving rescued dogs a secure and loving forever home. The organisation saves dogs from streets, wastelands, puppy farms and cages, welcoming them into foster care while searching for carefully matched adopters. Dogs are available to meet in Surrey, with rehoming carried out across the UK. Driven by compassion and commitment, Al Mayya K9 Adoptions works to ensure every dog has the chance to find safety, stability and a lifelong companion.

All Dogs Matter is a London-based dog rescue and rehoming charity founded in 2009, dedicated to improving the lives of unwanted and abandoned dogs. The charity works closely with local authorities and partner organisations to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs from the UK, as well as supporting international rescue efforts, particularly in Egypt. In 2024 alone, All Dogs Matter successfully rescued and rehomed 350 dogs into loving new homes. With a strong commitment to dog welfare, the charity operates a non-euthanasia policy for healthy dogs, does not discriminate by breed or age, and focuses on practical action, collaboration, and long-term positive outcomes for both dogs and their adopters.

Boxer Rescue Service (Southern) is a registered charity established in the early 1970s to rescue and rehome unwanted Boxer dogs. Covering Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Kent, the organisation operates independently from breed clubs and other rescues. Entirely volunteer-run, it relies on donations, fundraising and membership fees to cover kennelling, veterinary and transport costs. Dedicated to giving Boxers a second chance, the team also welcomes new volunteers who wish to support its ongoing work.

Epsom Canine Rescue was founded in 1992 and became a registered charity in 1995, focusing on the rescue and rehoming of unwanted, neglected and stray dogs. Operating across Surrey, Sussex and Kent, the charity carries out its own thorough home checks and follow-up visits to ensure each dog is placed in the most suitable environment. Veterinary treatment is provided where necessary, and adopters are supported with lifetime backup and behavioural guidance. With a hands-on, dog-centred approach, Epsom Canine Rescue is committed to achieving safe and lasting placements for every dog in its care.

German Shepherd Rescue Elite was established to support unwanted, abandoned, and neglected German Shepherds, while also educating the public about the responsibilities of owning large working-breed dogs. The charity focuses not only on rescue and rehoming, but on prevention—offering advice and guidance to help reduce the number of dogs entering rescue in the future. GSRE works tirelessly to ensure dogs are microchipped, vaccinated, and neutered, with dedicated follow-up support where needed. Supported by a passionate volunteer network, the charity also assists Belgian Shepherd Malinois and Dutch Shepherds, breeds whose complex needs are often misunderstood. As a full member of the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH) and the EU Dog and Cat Alliance, GSRE is committed to collaboration and the highest standards of animal welfare.

Greyhound Trust is a UK charity dedicated to finding loving homes for retired racing greyhounds. Founded in 1975, the charity has rehomed more than 100,000 greyhounds and now helps around 3,500 dogs each year through its network of volunteer-led branches.

Labrador Retriever Rescue Southern England is a volunteer-run, breed-specific rescue charity dedicated to rehoming purebred Labrador Retrievers and Labrador crosses across Southern England. Operating independently and without a central rescue centre, the charity relies on foster homes, kennelling, and veterinary support funded entirely through donations and fundraising. In the past year alone, the team has taken in and successfully rehomed over 450 Labradors, despite increasing demand for rescue places. Supported by a network of foster carers and experienced trustees with decades of rescue knowledge, the charity focuses on careful assessment and responsible matching to ensure the best possible outcomes for both dogs and adopters.

Our Safe Haven Kennels is a UK-based rescue facility opened in 2021 in Nantwich, Cheshire, created to provide a calm and supportive environment for dogs in need. The kennels were established to help dogs who struggled in busy shelter settings, particularly those rescued from overseas, as well as to offer a secure backup space for UK dogs returning to the rescue. Designed with welfare in mind, the centre allows potential adopters to meet dogs by appointment and get to know them properly before adoption. Since opening, Our Safe Haven Kennels has seen rapid growth, rehoming more than 200 dogs in 2023 alone, and continues to expand its role as a vital stepping stone between rescue and a permanent, loving home.

PennyPaws Rescue is a small, passionate rescue founded in 2020 by Gill Jennes, dedicated to saving and rehoming vulnerable dogs from Romania to the UK. The charity focuses on rescue, rehabilitation, fostering, and carefully matching each dog to a suitable forever home, while providing veterinary care and behavioural support. For dogs too traumatised, elderly, or unwell to be rehomed, PennyPaws offers lifelong sanctuary through its sponsorship programme. The rescue also operates a Manchester-based Reactivity Rehabilitation Centre, helping dogs with behavioural challenges rebuild trust and prepare for brighter futures.

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA), founded in 1824, is the oldest and largest animal welfare organisation in the world, operating across England and Wales. Funded primarily by voluntary donations, the charity rescues animals from cruelty, investigates neglect and organised animal crime, and provides advice to improve animal welfare. Its network includes rescue teams, animal hospitals, rehabilitation centres and over 150 locally run branches that support rehoming, neutering and community welfare services. Through national and international outreach, the RSPCA works to prevent cruelty and ensure animals receive the care and protection they deserve.

Salli Pets is a non-profit that started in 2015 homing a small number of dogs looking for their forever homes.