Animal Rescue Centres & Pet Adoption in County Down

Looking to adopt a rescue pet in County Down? Our County Down directory lists 6 animal rescue centres, shelters and pet adoption services, in places such as Newtownards, Ballynahinch, Banbridge, Donaghadee and Holywood. Listings include Assisi Animal Sanctuary, The Barn Animal Rescue Newtownards and Northern Ireland Bat Group.

Rescue centres in County Down
As well as general rehoming centres, County Down has specialist 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 County Down
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.