Animal Rescue Centres & Pet Adoption in Gloucestershire

Our guide to animal rescue in Gloucestershire brings together 14 animal rescue centres, shelters and pet adoption services across Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Luton and Westbury-on-Severn, so you can find a dog, cat or small pet looking for a home near you. Listings include Windwhistle Warren, Nailsworth Donkey Sanctuary and Starfish Dog Rescue.

Rescue centres in Gloucestershire
As well as general rehoming centres, Gloucestershire has specialist cat rescues, dog 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 Gloucestershire
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 Gloucestershire and cat rescues in Gloucestershire.