In the heart of the United Kingdom, Friends Indeed has been a beacon of hope for dogs that have nowhere else to turn. For years, we’ve been dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs who have been abandoned, abused, or otherwise left without a place to call home. But today, we face a crisis that could bring our vital work to a heartbreaking halt.
This September, our current shelter will no longer be a safe haven for these dogs. The lease on our property is expiring, and the landowner has different plans for the site. This means that our shelter—where countless dogs have found solace, care, and the chance for a new life—will soon be without a roof to provide that care.
We are in desperate need of support to secure a new location and continue our mission of saving lives. Without it, we risk turning away dogs who need us most.
The True Cost of Rescuing a Life
At Friends Indeed, every dog we take in has a story—often one of hardship, neglect, or abuse. We don’t just rescue dogs; we commit to their rehabilitation and rehoming, ensuring that they find loving, permanent homes. However, the process is far from simple or cheap.
From the moment a dog arrives at our shelter, we begin a thorough and compassionate journey to give them the best chance at a new life. This includes:
Veterinary Care: Every dog undergoes a full health check, vaccinations, spaying or neutering, and any necessary medical treatment. Many dogs require significant medical attention due to neglect or abuse.
Rehabilitation: Some dogs come to us with deep emotional scars. We provide behavioral therapy and training to help them overcome fear, anxiety, and aggression so they can adjust to a loving home environment.
Daily Care: Food, shelter, and exercise are the daily essentials for every dog in our care. We ensure that they receive the proper nutrition and stimulation they need to thrive.
Rehoming Efforts: Matching a dog with the right family takes time and resources. We carefully vet potential adopters to ensure that each dog goes to a home where they will be loved and cared for.
Our adoption fees are set at a fair price, reflective of the costs we incur during this process. However, these fees barely cover the actual expenses involved in rescuing and rehoming each dog. In fact, in many cases, the adoption fee doesn’t even come close to covering the costs of veterinary care alone.
A Plea for Help
As we face the loss of our shelter, we are reaching out to the community and animal lovers everywhere with an urgent plea: We need your help to continue saving lives.
The situation is dire. Without a new location, Friends Indeed will be forced to close its doors, leaving countless dogs without the chance of a new beginning. We are desperately seeking donations to help cover the costs of securing a new property, maintaining our operations, and continuing to care for the dogs who rely on us.
Every donation, no matter how small, makes a difference. Your generosity could provide a safe, warm place for a dog who has known only coldness and cruelty. It could fund the medical care that saves a life. It could give a dog the second chance they deserve.
How You Can Help
Donate: Visit our website at Friends Indeed to make a donation. Every penny goes directly to the care and rehoming of our dogs.
Adopt: If you’re considering adding a dog to your family, please consider adopting from Friends Indeed. You’ll not only give a dog a loving home but also support our ongoing rescue efforts.
Spread the Word: Share our story with your friends, family, and social media networks. The more people who know about our plight, the better our chances of finding the support we need.
Volunteer: If you’re local, consider volunteering your time. Whether it’s helping with the dogs, fundraising, or assisting in other ways, your involvement would be invaluable.
The Future of Friends Indeed
We are determined to continue our mission, but we can’t do it alone. The dogs who come to us have already been through so much, and we refuse to let them down now. With your help, we can find a new home for our shelter and continue to be a place where dogs in need find the love and care they deserve.
Thank you for standing with us in this critical time. Together, we can ensure that Friends Indeed remains a place of hope for every dog that comes through our doors.