Animal Rescue Centres & Pet Adoption in Tyne and Wear

Our guide to animal rescue in Tyne and Wear brings together 9 animal rescue centres, shelters and pet adoption services across Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead, South Shields and Sunderland, so you can find a dog, cat or small pet looking for a home near you. Listings include Feline Friends, St Francis Animal Rescue and Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter – Claremont Road Arrivals Centre.

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