ANIMAL SAMARITANS

A Brief History

Animal Samaritans are a UK Registered Charity that were formed in 1985 by a group of pensioners when a branch of a national animal charity closed down. It currently operates in south-east London and north-west Kent, providing re-homing of unwanted and ill-treated animals in these regions, and has approximately 1000 members. The Charity is run entirely by volunteers who work for no payment, our only source of income is from the annual subscription that our members pay, and donations from the public. The rest of our funds are raised by our members through jumble sales, car boot sales, raffles and sponsored events. Therefore all funds are spent very carefully to provide the much needed help and care for as many animals as possible.

Patron of Animal Samaritans, Twiggy Lawson
Patron - Twiggy Lawson

The Charity has a number of members who foster animals in their own homes, which are cared for until a suitable, permanent home can be found where they can receive the love and care that they so rightly deserve.

All prospective homes are subject to a home check and then a follow up visit is always made to check on the animals progress. We also help to look after many stray and feral cats in the area. Arrangements are also made for animals to be spayed or neutered to help control the population of unwanted pets. The Charity operates a non-destruction policy and offer Pet Bereavement Scheme. This is a telephone service where bereaved pet owners can find help, support and a sympathetic ear.

Thank you for taking the time to visit our site, if you think you can help us, have any views or suggestions or require any further information about Animal Samaritans then please contact us at info@animalsamaritans.org.uk Remember, all animals are God's creatures and have as much right to be happy and loved as we have.

If you would like to make a donation online using a credit / debit card, please click here to go to our Donation page.