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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Considering 51 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional care, extensive knowledge, and helpfulness, making the entire adoption journey pleasant and supportive. The adoption process is frequently described as smooth, efficient, and well-organized, with clear information and thorough explanations provided, ensuring a positive user experience. Many also highlight the invaluable aftercare and ongoing support, ensuring pets settle well into their new homes and families feel fully supported. However, some people mentioned initial challenges in finding a suitable match or experienced slight delays in the adoption process.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dogs Trust in Evesham have been brilliant from emailing the adoption application form to picking up Lillie - Now Daisy. They went through everything throughly, made sure that the visits were comfortab... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional caring staff. Full support all the way through the process of adopting our new companion. Arrangements made to help with our 7 hour round trip to meet our potential companion so we di... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Terrific experience with adopting our puppy from the Dogs Trust. We visited a couple of times and no suitable match. Also applied to adopt online. Finally a phone call came from the lovely Lindsey at... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really friendly, helpful staff. Lots of support . Found the perfect match aided by all the handover information given. I'd definitely recommend going for a visit instead of just looking online. George... See more

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Hi, we're the dog charity! Our love for dogs means we want the very best for all of them, always. So whether it’s caring for them, lending their owner a helping hand, or finding them a loving family, we’re here whenever and wherever they need us most, around the corner and around the world, because we believe ‘a dog is for life’.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From start to finish of our adoption…

From start to finish of our adoption process staff were nothing but helpful . They listened , advised and worked around any time constraints for visits and picking up / adoption day. A thoroughly memorable experience and Oreo is truly one of our family ❤️

20 February 2026
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good afternoon Lisa,

Thank you for your kind review and for offering a loving forever home to Oreo.

Our team pride themselves on providing the best possible care for all of our wonderful dogs and supporters, and we're so glad this shone through for you.

Thank you for taking the time to get in touch. We're always here to lend a helping paw!

Best wishes
Michelle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dogs Trust and especially dogs Trust Cumbria

Dogs Trust and especially dogs Trust Cumbria have made our adoption of POPPY a special and happy experience from the start of our journey to the meeting and adoption of our little Jack Russell.
The telephone centre helped us with advice and information when we needed it.
Dogs Trust Cumbria and the staff were excellent and we saw the love and care they gave to all of the dogs in their care.
We now have Poppy who has settled in very well with us and we love her so much.
Thank you to all at Dogs Trust and to Dogs Trust Cumbria also to the Foster Carer for their dedicated work in finding homes for our lovely furry friends.

17 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning,

Thank you so much for your review.

We always aim for a paw-sitive experience, so are pleased this stood out for you throughout your adoption journey.

Thank you for giving Poppy a loving forever home. We’ll make sure your feedback is shared with the team, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need us - we’re always here with a helping paw.

Best wishes
Michelle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful and caring

Very helpful and caring. Their foster carers do an amazing job! We’re very lucky to have adopted.

18 June 2026
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good afternoon Alixandra,

Thank you for your kind review.

Our team pride themselves on providing the best possible care for all of our wonderful dogs, adopters and supporters, and we're so glad this shone through for you.

Thank you for taking the time to get in touch and please don't hesitate should you ever need any sup-pawt!

Best wishes
Michelle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant experience and excellent communication

Applied on Saturday night and was contacted by someone on Monday morning - very responsive. Pavan provided a tonne of information about the dog we were interested in, physical, behaviour and personality and was very transparent, making sure that we knew what we would need to work on with her as well as emphasising that she could be a very big dog so stressed that we must be OK with that if we are to consider her, which we appreciated.

When we went to meet Raven, the dog we were insterested in, Pavan was so lovely, introducing us to Raven, and giving us time with her alone to check she was right for us. Notably, and I realise she does this day in day out and is very experienced, but we were so impressed with how she managed and communicated with us and the dog; she was so calm and you can just tell she had a calming effect on the dog and Raven very obviously trusted Pavan. She mentioned she'd only spent time with her a few times but I thought the dog wanted to go home with her 🤣!!

When we took her we were given all of her vet information (vaccinations, microchip, worming, flee), any tablets needed, some food, blankets and a bag of her toys which was useful for settling her in.

We were also given information on training and how to find reputable training schools, offered help with behaviour from Dog's Trust if needed for specific behaviours and sent information about managing a range of behaviours in dogs.

We also received a call a few days later from someone at Dogs Trust to check in and see if she's settling and if there are any concerning behaviors to address.

Raven wasn't a 'complex case' as I imagine some dogs with a sad history or with major behaviour problems would be, so our experience was pretty straight forward, but it was brilliant from start to finish and continues to be.

14 June 2026
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good afternoon Alex,

Thank you for your pawsome review!

It’s great to hear that you enjoyed your adoption experience and felt supported by our rehoming centre and post adoption support teams throughout the process.

We pride ourselves on matching dogs to the best possible homes to set our dogs and adopters up for success, so it’s really encouraging to know that this was reflected in your experience when adopting.

We will be sure to share your kind words with Pavan and the team at Harefield.

We hope you and Raven enjoy making many happy memories together. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need any sup-pawt!

Best wishes
Michelle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They really do care about every dog

I had the most wonderful little dog from Dogs Trust Cardiff. He wasn’t the dog I originally went to see but after deciding the first dog was not for me. The young lady dealing with me. She said give me 5 mins. She went to other kennels and came back with my adorable little man. We fell in love instantly. His condition was immaculate very healthy, lovely coat etc. the people there are true dog lovers and you can see they adore all the dogs in there care. There is a wide variety of dogs to choose from. I would very highly recommend Dogs Trust Cardiff .

19 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning Valerie,

We're so pleased that you enjoyed your adoption experience with Dogs Trust Cardiff, and we know that Brandy has fallen on his paws with you as his Special Someone!

We hope that you appreciate the amazing difference that you've made to his life by giving her the opportunity to thrive in such a kind and loving home.

Please don't hesitate to stay in touch with us to share some pupdates on Brandy's adventures with you, and we're always here to lend a helping paw if you need any support!

Best wishes
Michelle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you, Wymeswold Dogs Trust!

The staff at Wymeswold Dogs Trust were amazing! Having met my timid older dog, they recommended the perfect companion for her. :) The new dog is relaxed, confident and outgoing, and settled in within just a few days. Whenever minor issues arose, Dogs Trust were there with advice from their experts. Four months on, and my older dog has become happy and more confident, and the two are inseparable! Thank you, Dogs Trust!!

10 February 2026
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning Bette,

Thank you so much for your review.

It’s great to hear that you enjoyed your adoption experience and felt supported by our Loughborough team throughout the process.

We pride ourselves on matching dogs to the best possible homes to set our dogs and adopters up for success, so it’s really encouraging to know that this was reflected in your experience when adopting.

It's fantastic that you found your Post Adoption Support support helpful. Our ultimate aim is to set our dogs up for success, and we understand the importance of staying in touch with our adopters to offering a helping paw whenever it may be needed.

Best wishes
Michelle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Dog Trust at Bridgend staff were…

The Dog Trust at Bridgend staff were really supportive and understanding, They kept us well up to date on what was happening and when, we felt listened to and they described Cassie really well so we knew what to expect.
They explained the process very clearly and we were also able to meet the foster family which also helped with communication and information sharing ....which helped Cassie settle in.

17 June 2026
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning Donna,

Thank you for your lovely review.

Our Bridgend team go the extra mile to ensure that everyone feels supported throughout the process, so it’s pawtastic to know that this came across during your experience.

We hope that you and Cassie make plenty of happy memories together, and we know how lucky she is to have fallen on her paws with you as her Special Someone.

We're always here to lend a helping paw!

Best wishes
Michelle
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Dont rely on the official approach

Kenilworth Dog's Trust have helped us adopt 2 wonderful dogs over the last 10 years. However, if one follows the recommended steps of waiting to hear after online registration, then this does not work. Register, regularly check online for dogs available at the local centre, and attend in person when one appears.

1 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning,

Thank you for kindly leaving a review.

It is wonderful to hear that our Kenilworth team have helped you to welcome two new furry friends into your home.

Most of our rehoming centres are open to the public 5 days a week and we are always happy to welcome visitors to our centres - no appointment is required during general browsing hours.

Thank you again for leaving a review and for giving two Dogs Trust dogs a furever home!

Best wishes,
Michelle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dogs trust ballymena adoption

The staff were fantastic from start to finish.The whole process was very efficient and professional, guiding me through what was required for a successful adoption.Ellie has been a perfect match for me and has settled in perfectly,I can't thank the dogs trust enough for finding this little angel for me.

16 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good afternoon Sam,

Thank you for your lovely review!

We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your adoption experience with Dogs Trust Ballymena, we'll be sure to share your kind words with the team.

We hope you and Ellie enjoy making many happy memories together!

Best wishes,
Jenny
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Dogs Trust is AMAZING

The support from Dogs Trust post adoption is PHENOMENAL!

19 June 2026
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good afternoon Kadina,

Thank you for taking the time to get in touch!

We're delighted to hear that you have had such a pawsitive experience with our Post Adoption Support team, we'll be sure to share your kind words with them.

Thank you for your support and for giving a Dogs Trust dog a furever home.

Best wishes,
Jenny
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service

First class service. Most of my life I’ve had GSD absolutely love the breed. I went searching for a dog on dogstrust website. I spotted a staffie, not a breed I know much about. Heard good and bad, a friend has an older version but my heart was set on a shepherd. Then I was introduced to Koda at the manchester unit. After second then third meeting koda is now my puppy. Very accurate description, given advice on the breed. They brought her through to me an hour and quarter drive. The girl was fantastic, staff overall dedicated helpful friendly and polite. A delight to deal with. Highly recommend if you are browsing for a dog. They do vet your place and suitability for any dog, I agreed with their assessment it proved accurate. Tho I’d only had GSD, I’m now 64, fitness isn’t what it was. A big dog…longer walks which I would struggle with. Small flat etc. Common sense. Glad I listened, Koda is extra special. Fantastic dog, good natured friendly loves meeting new people most of all the acres of beach for her twice daily zoomie.

5 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good afternoon James,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a pawtastic review!

It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed your adoption experience with Dogs Trust Manchester. We pride ourselves on matching dogs to the best possible homes to set our dogs and adopters up for success, so it’s really encouraging to know that this was reflected in your experience when adopting. We'll be sure to share your kind words with the team.

We are so glad that we could help to bring you and Koda together, and we hope you share many more beach trips and happy memories together.

Thank you for giving a Dogs Trust dog a furerver home!

Best wishes,
Jenny
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience from first asking…

Excellent experience from first asking if we could adopt the dogs, to the day they came home with us and more. Follow ups are great, as was the call back from the behaviourist.

18 June 2026
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good afternoon Shirley,

Thank you so much for taking the time to get in touch!

We are delighted to hear that you had such a pawsitive adoption experience with Dogs Trust.

We hope that you appreciate the amazing difference you have made to your furry friend's life in giving them the opportunity to thrive in a loving home, and that you enjoy all the time you have together!

Best wishes,
Jenny
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff are very good

The staff are very good, polite and helpful.

17 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good afternoon Paula,

Thank you for your kind review.

Our team go the extra mile to ensure that our rehoming centres feel warm, welcoming, and that everyone visiting feels supported throughout the process, so it’s pawtastic to know that this came across during your experience.

Wishing you and your furry friend all the best. Please do reach out if you need any support.

Best wishes,
Elle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great staff friendly knowledgeable and…

Great staff friendly knowledgeable and helpful. Was able to collect my new puppy within 24 hours off first contact. Would recommend Dogs Trust for anyone wanting a puppy or an older dog as they come fully vet checked.

10 February 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good afternoon Brian,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.

It's wonderful to hear that you had such a pawsitive experience with Dogs Trust, and found the team to be so supportive.

We are so glad that we could help to bring you and your furry friend together. We hope you enjoy making many happy memories!

Best wishes,
Luke
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic experience

Fantastic experience, superb team in Cardiff, and make the whole process really straightforward for us.
Thank you so much.

16 June 2026
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning Joey,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review!

It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed your adoption experience, and found the team to be caring and professional.

Wishing you and your new family member all the best and we're always here if you need any suppawt in the future.

Best wishes,
Luke🐾
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alistair & Izzy from Dundee Dog Trust…

Alistair & Izzy from Dundee Dog Trust were just amazing! Both were very knowledgeable, experienced & dedicated to their job.
They explained every stage of the process in detail, and stressed that there was no such thing as a “stupid question”.
They made sure the our gorgeous Echo was the main priority & that matching her with us was the right thing for everyone.
They have also stressed to us to use the aftercare provided if need be.
We can’t thank them enough!

15 June 2026
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning Carol,

Thank you for taking the time to get in touch.

We're so pleased to hear that you had such a pawsome experience with Dogs Trust Dundee.

Our teams pride themselves on providing excellent service and we're so glad this shone through for you.

Thank you for your support!

Best wishes,
Luke
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Rescue Centre

Dogs Trust are very professional whilst caring at the same time. Communication was brilliant from start to finish and they made the adoption process enjoyable. Would definitely resue another from them. Great set up and lovely facility for the lovely dogs.

13 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review!

It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed your adoption experience, and found the team to be caring and professional.

We hope that you appreciate the amazing difference you have made to your new furry friend's life in giving them the opportunity to thrive in a loving home, and that you enjoy all the time you have together!

Wishing you and your new family member all the best and we're always here if you need any suppawt in the future.

Best wishes,
Elle🐾
Dogs Trust

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience.

I have just had a very positive experience with adopting from Dogs Trust. All the staff on the telephone and those we met in person were very friendly and helpful. Time was spent explaining the adoption procedure and when meeting the dogs we wished to adopt. A big thank you to all.

12 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning Val,

Thank you so much for your review.

It’s great to hear that you enjoyed your experience.

We pride ourselves on matching dogs to the best possible homes to set our dogs and adopters up for success, so it’s really encouraging to know that this was reflected in your experience when speaking to our team! We always aim for a paw-sitive experience.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need any suppawt!

Best wishes,
Elle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone there was wonderful

Everyone there was wonderful from the reception, back room boys who give terrific help when my car over heated, and all the girls help and advise

29 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning Estelle,

Thank you for taking the time to get in touch.

We're so pleased to hear that you had such a pawsome experience with Dogs Trust.

Our teams pride themselves on providing excellent service and we're so glad this shone through for you.

Thank you for your support!

Best wishes,
Elle
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very positive

Had a really positive experience at all stages of the rehoming process - staff were attentive and helpful and the follow-up support once we brought our dog home has been incredible.

15 June 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dogs Trust

Good morning Sally,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.

It's wonderful to hear that you had such a pawsitive experience with Dogs Trust, and found the team to be so supportive.

We are so glad that we could help to bring you and your furry friend together. We hope you enjoy making many happy memories!

Best wishes,
Elle
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