Animal Rescue Centres & Pet Adoption in Essex
Our guide to animal rescue in Essex brings together 26 animal rescue centres, shelters and pet adoption services across Brentwood, Waltham Abbey, Basildon, Clacton-on-Sea and Colchester, so you can find a dog, cat or small pet looking for a home near you. Listings include Dogs Trust Basildon Rehoming Centre, Dobermann Rescue Ltd. and The Scratching Post Cat Rescue Shelter.
Rescue centres in Essex
As well as general rehoming centres, Essex has specialist cat rescues, dog rescues, greyhound and lurcher rescues, rabbit and small animal rescues and horse, pony and donkey 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 Essex
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 Essex and cat rescues in Essex.
