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Terms and conditions

To ensure our website abides by the law, we have three sets of terms and conditions and a data protection policy. We adhere to these terms at all times.

Privacy and cookie policy

To ensure our website is fair and abides by the law, we have a privacy policy and also a cookie policy. Read more at Blue Cross.

Volunteer as a pet foster carer

Become a short term pet foster carer for Blue Cross and you’ll help Blue Cross pets who are waiting for their forever family.

Home Direct Scheme

Home Direct helps people who need to give up their pet keep them until we can find a wonderful, new home, reducing the stress for them and you.

Giving a horse a home

We rehome horses on monitored loans, checking in regularly to ensure both you and the horse are happy and doing well.

Our adoption process

Every year we find homes for thousands of homeless pets. When you apply to adopt, our team will look at whether you can offer everything they need.

Why adopt a pet?

Adopting a pet can be daunting, but Blue Cross will provide the information you need and always match the pet to your specific circumstances.

Trainee placements

From work experience to job centre placements, take a look at what experience we can offer you and apply today!

What if I need to give up my pet?

Sometimes people’s circumstances change. We never judge anyone for making the responsible decision to give up their dog, cat, rabbit, small pet or horse.

Unpicking the Knots

Buying a pet in the UK is a postcode lottery and the welfare of thousands of pets being bred and sold is at risk, our new report has revealed.

Volunteer with pets

Looking for a job with dogs or other animals? Volunteer with Blue Cross and you could be a dog walker, cat foster or a horse groomer, alongside many other opportunities. Our rehoming and veterinary services help 35,000 pets each year, and we couldn’t do this without the support of our dedicated volunteers.

National Citizen Service (NCS) - your social action project

Our history of helping horses

Frequently asked questions

Explore Blue Cross’s horse rehoming FAQs: learn about costs of a horse, insurance, loan terms, and how to find the right equine companion.

Online pet sales in the EU: What’s the cost?

One Click Away: An investigation into the online sale of exotic animals as pets

Revealing the scale and risks of the online exotic pet trade — our investigation calls for urgent reform to protect animal welfare.

Volunteer with our Pet Loss Support service

Volunteer with our Pet Loss Support service to offer emotional support and practical advice to pet owners coping with grief and loss.

Volunteer in our charity shops

Looking for jobs and volunteering roles at a charity shop? Volunteer with Blue Cross and help pets and animals in need.

Volunteering for fundraising and events

Whether you have hours or days to spare, there are lots of ways to get involved with our exciting events and fundraising initiatives throughout the year.

Fundraising social action project