Our policies

Our policies outline how we operate as a charity. They set our approach to working with dogs and their owners, with partners and suppliers and how we treat our staff, volunteers and supporters.

Karo the German Shepherd Dog has a fuss from a Canine Carer

Articles of association

Our articles of Association specifies our purpose and how we operate as an organisation. It outlines how tasks are to be accomplished, including the process of appointing directors and handling financial records.

Articles of association
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People policies

We aim to be a charity that is truly inclusive, with a diverse community of colleagues, volunteers, and supporters who feel that they belong.

Data policies

We keep our promises, and that includes treating your personal information with care.

Website policies

We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website, which is why we strive to make it both secure and accessbile to all.

Dog policies

We’re often asked about our policies regarding taking dogs into our centres and finding them new forever homes, as well as our non-destruction policy.

Approach to fundraising

We couldn't do what we do for dogs without. Discover more about how we fundraise.

Environmental and sustainability

We are committed to reducing the impact of our activities on the environment as we understand that a successful future for our charity depends on the sustainability of the environment, communities, and economies in which we operate. 

Environmental and sustainability policy
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Our 2025 sustainability report
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Our 2024 sustainability report
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