Animal Rescue Centres & Pet Adoption in West Sussex

Our guide to animal rescue in West Sussex brings together 19 animal rescue centres, shelters and pet adoption services across Pulborough, Chichester, Haywards Heath, Horsham and Arundel, so you can find a dog, cat or small pet looking for a home near you. Listings include Wadars, Dogs Trust Shoreham Rehoming Centre and ABC Animal Sanctuary.

Rescue centres in West Sussex
As well as general rehoming centres, West Sussex has specialist cat rescues, dog rescues, greyhound and lurcher rescues, rabbit and small animal 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 West Sussex
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 West Sussex and cat rescues in West Sussex.