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Adopting from United Kingdom

Browse dogs, cats and more from 344 local shelters in United Kingdom — every adoption saves a life.

🇬🇧7,446 animals waiting
7,446
animals available
344
shelters
4,600
dogs
1,623
cats

Dogs available in United Kingdom

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Lucy,  young mixed breed for adoption at ...

Lucy

2 yearsUnknown
Narlah,  7yo mixed breed for adoption at ...

Narlah

7 yearsUnknown
Minnie,  4yo mixed breed for adoption at ...

Minnie

4 yearsUnknown
Monty,  senior mixed breed for adoption at ...

Monty

11 yearsUnknown
Armani, male 3yo Akita for adoption at JAWT (Just Akitas We Trust)

Armani

Akita

3 yearsMale
Honey, female 3yo Akita for adoption at JAWT (Just Akitas We Trust)

Honey

Akita

3 yearsFemale
Leo, male 6yo Akita for adoption at JAWT (Just Akitas We Trust)

Leo

Akita

6 yearsMale

Cats available in United Kingdom

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Ella UPDATE, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Feline Network

Ella UPDATE

Mixed Breed

Female
Roo, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Feline Network

Roo

Mixed Breed · small

Female
Niko,  puppy Mixed Breed for adoption at Feline Network

Niko

Mixed Breed

4 monthsUnknown
Smegol & Nala, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Feline Network

Smegol & Nala

Mixed Breed

Female
Millie, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Feline Network

Millie

Mixed Breed

Female
Dotty, female Mixed Breed for adoption at Feline Network

Dotty

Mixed Breed

Female
Shadow, female 5yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Feline Friends

Shadow

Mixed Breed

5 yearsFemale
Babe, male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Jenny

Babe

Mixed Breed · large

10 yearsMale

How to Adopt a Pet in United Kingdom

United Kingdom is home to 344 rescue shelters listed on TailHarbor, with 7,446 animals currently available for adoption. Whether you live in United Kingdom or are looking to adopt from abroad, the process is straightforward with the right preparation.

The adoption process

Shelters in United Kingdom typically require an application form, a meeting with the animal, and sometimes a home visit. Adoption contracts specify your responsibilities as an owner, including providing adequate shelter, nutrition, and veterinary care. Most shelters also follow up after adoption to ensure the animal is settling in well.

What's included with adoption

Animals adopted from shelters in United Kingdomare generally vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered or spayed before rehoming. Adoption fees cover these veterinary costs and help the shelter continue its work. Fees vary by shelter and animal but are a fraction of what you'd pay at a breeder.

Adopting from United Kingdom to another country

If you're adopting a pet from United Kingdomand bringing it to another European country, you'll need an EU pet passport, a valid rabies vaccination (at least 21 days before travel), and a microchip. Some destination countries have additional requirements such as tapeworm treatment or breed-specific legislation. Check our import guides for country-specific requirements and timelines.

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