Animal Rescue Centres & Pet Adoption in Cornwall

Looking to adopt a rescue pet in Cornwall? Our Cornwall directory lists 21 animal rescue centres, shelters and pet adoption services, in places such as Truro, Delabole, Penzance, Redruth and Saint Austell. Listings include New European Distressed Donkey Initiative Ltd, K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare and Cornwall & South Devon Boxer Rescue.

Rescue centres in Cornwall
As well as general rehoming centres, Cornwall has specialist cat rescues, dog rescues, greyhound and lurcher rescues, horse, pony and donkey rescues and wildlife rescues, so it is worth checking which rescues focus on the type of animal you are hoping to adopt.

How to adopt a rescue pet in Cornwall
Most rescues ask you to fill in an application form, meet the animal (often more than once) and have a home check before adoption. Many centres work by appointment, so check opening hours before you visit. An adoption fee usually covers vaccinations, microchipping and neutering where appropriate. Be ready to tell the rescue about your home, garden, working hours and any other pets or children, so they can match you with the right animal.

Looking for a dog or cat?
See our dedicated pages for dog rescues in Cornwall and cat rescues in Cornwall.