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Use the filters below for dogs, cats or all listings.
Dog and cat rehoming support
APES does not take in dogs or cats.
APES Shelter & Rescue is an exotic animal rescue centre. If you need help with a dog or cat, use this page to find official rescues and shelters, plus current rehoming network links.
Important notice
APES cannot intake dogs or cats at this time. This page is here to help you find trusted external shelters and rescues quickly.
Search your area
Search by town, postcode or organisation name.
Contact the shelter
Use website links and phone numbers to check current intake support.
Use APES network links
If needed, use the APES rehoming network links listed below.
APES Rehoming Network
Where suitable, APES can also signpost you to owner-to-owner rehoming links. APES states there is no money exchanged on these routes.
Find the best shelter or rescue for dogs and cats
Official listings from the APES cat and dog sheltering guidance. Search by location, name or service.
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Dogs Trust (Merseyside Centre)
Address: Whiston Lane, Huyton, Whiston, Liverpool L36 6HP
Phone: 0303 003 0000
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Dogs Trust (Give Up Your Dog)
Phone: 0303 003 0000
Owner support route for giving up a dog safely through Dogs Trust guidance.
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Carla Lane Animals in Need (Dog Support)
Address: 3 Spurrier's Lane, Liverpool L31 1BA
Phone: 0151 549 0959
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Freshfields Animal Rescue (Dog Support)
Address: East Lane, Liverpool L29 3EA
Phone: 0151 931 1604
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Cheshire Dogs Home
Address: 225 Knutsford Road, Thelwall, Warrington WA4 3JZ
Phone: 0300 102 1212
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Warrington Animal Welfare (Dog Support)
Address: Slutchers Lane, Warrington WA1 1NA
Phone: 01925 748638
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Woodlands Animal Sanctuary (Dog Support)
Address: Woodlands Farm, Sandy Lane, Holmeswood, Ormskirk L40 1UE
Phone: 01704 823293
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Boote Home for Cats
Address: 2 Elm Vale, Fairfield, Liverpool L6 8NX
Phone: 0151 228 4336
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Carla Lane Animals in Need (Cat Support)
Address: 3 Spurrier's Lane, Liverpool L31 1BA
Phone: 0151 549 0959
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Freshfields Animal Rescue (Cat Support)
Address: East Lane, Liverpool L29 3EA
Phone: 0151 931 1604
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Cats Protection (St Helens)
Address: 100 Chester Lane, St Helens WA9 4DD
Phone: 01744 817718
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Cats Protection (Warrington)
Address: 14 Elizabeth Drive, Padgate, Warrington WA1 4JQ
Phone: 0300 012 0612
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Woodlands Animal Sanctuary (Cat Support)
Address: Woodlands Farm, Sandy Lane, Holmeswood, Ormskirk L40 1UE
Phone: 01704 823293
Visit websiteNeed more help choosing?
If the first shelter you contact cannot assist, try another listing on this page and then use the APES dog or cat rehoming network links above.