Simon James founded the Cockapoo For Life Website 10 years ago to help people find a Rescue Cockapoo or buy a Cockapoo puppy safely.
Simon is a lifelong dog owner going back to his childhood growing up with Labradors. He studied at Greenwich University and graduated with a BA Honours degree in Humanities.
Simon's full time career is in social housing where he often encounters dogs in unhappy situations and works with the Cinnamon Trust to arrange fostering for dogs in need. For more info see About Page and Facebook Page
If you have just bought a cockapoo puppy home for the first time you may be wondering when he needs his first bath?
And how often you should bath your puppy after that?
The answer is you only need to bath him when he needs bathing.
Why is this?
Although cockapoo fur does vary between short poodle-like fur and longer cocker-style hair, your puppy will have a thick fur coat. And within a few months, this soft puppy coat is replaced by an adult fur coat.
The Adult Fur Coat
When the adult fur comes it will have the added benefit of being very water proof.
The natural grease and oils that a dog secretes, coat each strand of their hair. You may have noticed a greasy smearing on a white pillow or wall if your dog has come into contact with it.
Bathing your cockapoo regularly will wash the natural grease and oils from his coat. Not only will the coat loose its natural lustre, when your puppy gets wet he will be more cold and take longer to dry.
Of course, if your puppy roles in something smelly he will need a bath, but for minor mishaps and dirty paws try using wet wipes to clean him up.
What Shampoo?
If it’s essential to bath him then don’t reach for a human shampoo. The chemicals it contains are not designed for a puppy’s sensitive skin. It may lead to skin complaints.
A baby shampoo can be used but a puppy shampoo is ideal.
Where to bath your Cockapoo puppy
Most puppies are quite intimidated by a big white bath tub and it can cause your puppy to panic.
Pick a place where your cockapoo knows he is safe like the kitchen sink.
For very small puppies a plastic tub on the kitchen floor would be ideal.
It’s bath time – be prepared
Until your little cockapoo has got used to the bathing routine I recommend having two people doing the job. A wet wriggling puppy can be hard to manage.
Make sure you are using warm water and have a plastic cup for rinsing. You will also need several hand towels.
Favourite treats are always a good idea to reward your puppy for calm compliant behaviour.
Washing your puppy
Take your time wetting your puppy slowly using the plastic cup while using your best soothing, reassuring voice. You will notice because his fur is water proof it takes some time to get them thoroughly wet.
Take a good amount of the puppy shampoo and spread it down your puppy’s spine massaging gently. With slow deliberate strokes start working your hands into the fur coat. Then gently do each leg in turn. Lastly do his tummy and bottom.
The face should not be washed with shampoo unless absolutely necessary. Again wet wipes are usually fine. And always remember to keep the soap away from your puppy’s eyes.
Once your puppy’s fur coat has been thoroughly washed with the shampoo change the water in the bowl. With fresh warmish water you can then begin to rinse him off with the plastic cup.
Don’t forget to be generous with treats. This will help your puppy remember bath time isn’t a bad experience!
When he’s done
If you do have a helper it’s a good idea that one washes and one dries. Once you have rinsed all the shampoo from the fur scoop him up and place him in your helpers lap. They should have a hand towel on their lap and another one to dry.
Now comes the fun part for your cockapoo puppy as they love getting dry!
You will find no matter how good a job you do towelling him off as soon as you put him down he will want to shake himself.
Finally, leave him to air dry in a warm part of the house and leave a towel out for him to play with and roll dry. You may want this to be away from your living room as the wet dog smell is inevitable 😉
If you’re going to use a hairdryer try and get your puppy used to the noise first. Remember to set it on low heat as it can get hot fast on his sensitive skin. Try and dry the fur through your fingers so you can make sure his delicate puppy skin is not getting too hot.
Wrapping it Up
A false start with bathing because you’re upset or stressed your puppy is messy can cause your cockapoo to be apprehensive about bath time.
Like every aspect of socialising your puppy, try and make it fun and enjoyable so they are relaxed about the routine next time.
Mission Animal Haven is a nonprofit organization that finds homes for abandoned cats and dogs throughout the Tri-State area, and provides behavior intervention when needed to improve chances of adoption. Founded in 1967, we operate an animal shelter in Manhattan. We also provide programs that enhance the bond between animals and people.
Animal Haven is a 501 (c) 3 organization.
Location 251 Centre Street New York, NY 10013 (Corner of Broome Street)
Phone 212.274.8511
Hours Noon to 7:00pm, Monday-Friday 11am to 6pm, Weekends Closed on Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. * Please arrive an hour before closing if you are coming to meet adoptable animals
We are closed for a staff meeting every Monday and Thursday from 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Stevens-Swan Humane Society, Utica, New York 315-735-5339, Becky Warner info@stevens-swan.org
THE CENTER FOR ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL, INC., NY 1-888-SPAY-NYC
Long Beach Humane Society, Long Beach 516-889-PETS lbhs2@yahoo.com
Hudson Valley Humane SPCA Spring Valley845-354-3124, Cathy McGrath info@hvhumane.org
James A Brennan Humane Society, Gloversville 518-725-0115, Melissa Dwyer twinkle12095@yahoo.com
SPCA of Westchester, Inc., Briarcliff Manor SPCAWestchester@aol.com 914-941-2894 ext. 11, JoAnn Moore
Allegany County SPCA– Wellsville, NY. Our shelter is located 5 miles south of Wellsville, NY on State Route 19. It is the only place of refuge for lost, abandoned and abused animals in Allegany County. The shelter is a modest structure continually filled to capacity with an average of 100 cats and kittens and 50 dogs and puppies. We take great pride in maintaining a clean, healthy environment for the animals in our care.
Animal Protective Foundation– Schenectady, NY. The purpose of the Animal Protective Foundation of Schenectady is to promote, through education and appropriate action, the elimination of pet overpopulation, the elimination of animal suffering, the enhancement of human/animal relationships, and to operate a facility adequate to provide maximum care to animals in need.
Ayers Memorial Animal Shelter – Sprakers, NY. Our philosophy is that every animal is important and worth saving. No stone is left unturned in guaranteeing that every pet entering the shelter be given every opportunity in finding a loving home. This includes lots of networking, adoption clinics, rescue organizations and publicity in our local papers.
Berkshire Humane Society- Pittsfield, MA. We are a private, non-profit, open admission animal shelter, operating to improve the lives of all animals in Berkshire County. Our Mission is to assure the compassionate care, treatment and, whenever possible, the placement of homeless animals through the shelter operation. To promote and improve the welfare of all animals through community education and outreach.
Columbia-Greene Humane Society– Hudson, NY. Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA, founded in 1955, dedicates itself to the protection, humane treatment and well being of all animals. This will be accomplished by our commitment to community outreach, humane education and prevention of cruelty to animals.
Fulton County SPCA– Broadalbin, NY. We are a nonprofit organization located in Broadalbin, N.Y., and dedicated to halting and preventing animal abuse, neglect and abandonment; sheltering and finding loving homes for animals in need; and educating the public about the proper treatment of our animal friends.
G.R.A.S.P.- Rochester, NY. G.R.A.S.P. (Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets) is a non-profit organization entirely funded by donations from the public.
Herkimer County Humane Society– Mohawk, NY. The HCHS is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization whose goal is to educate, investigate, and adovcate humane treatment of all animals. Contributions, under the HCHS gift program, are tax deductible.
Humane Society of Central Delaware County – Delhi, NY. Rural animal shelter caring for dogs ans cats, stray and owner turn in. About 1000 animals a year pass through their doors.
Massachusetts SPCA – Springfield, MA. The MSPCA Shelter at the MSPCA/AHES Western New England Animal Center in Springfield is the busiest of the Society’s seven animal shelters throughout the state. Our beautiful new facility is often filled to capacity with animals looking for new homes. Placing the homeless and unwanted animals of Western New England with caring and responsible new owners is the highlight of our work.
Mohawk & Hudson River Humane Society– Menands, NY The Mohawk & Hudson River Humane Society (MHRHS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has been providing shelter for lost, abused and unwanted animals since 1887. Our animal care facility is the largest in the Capital Region, receiving an average of over 9,000 animals per year. MHRHS receives no ongoing funding from federal, state or local governments or any other animal welfare organization. Our doors are open to every living creature. We receive not just common household pets like cats, dogs, rabbits and hamsters, but also snakes, birds, iguanas, fish, horses, livestock and even llamas.
Pets Alive – Middletown, NY. Pets Alive is a no-kill animal shelter, located in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, about 1 1/2 hours from New York City. Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and place animals in need. Victims of neglect, abuse, and violence, many of them have special needs and have been rejected by other organizations. Please feel free to come and visit, volunteer and watch the changing of the leaves – You will go away knowing you have added something special – LOVE – to the critter’s lives!
Rochester Humane Society: Rochester, NY.The Humane Society is committed to the humane treatment of animals through education, prevention of cruelty and promotion of responsible pet ownership. Every year, the Humane Society of Rochester takes in over 12,000 unwanted, abandoned or abused animals. Through careful screening, these animals are placed in loving homes with responsible owners. Our staff and volunteers are proud of the fact that we have one of the highest adoption rates in the country.
Saratoga County Animal Shelter – Ballston Spa, NY.This page is updated weekly with both dogs, puppies, cats and kittens available for adoption at the saratoga county shelter in Ballston Spa, NY. Check out the movie clips of “babies” and others when thet are offered. They take some time to load for those with standard modem connections, but are worth the wait.
Schoharie Valley Animal Shelter – Howes Caves, NY. The Animal Shelter of Schoharie Valley, Inc. was founded by a group of residents of Schoharie County disturbed by the plight of the many starved, abused and stray animals in this area. ASSV is a not for profit organization and is made up of all volunteer members and board of directors, with the exception of the shelter manager and kennel workers. The goal of ASSV has been to try alleviate stray animal suffering and to build a shelter to house, feed and care for these animals until safe and loving homes are found for them.
SPCA of Upstate New York: 454 Queensbury Avenue Queensbury, NY 12804 Hours: Tue, Thu, Sat 11am – 5pm Wed, Fri 11am – 7pm Sun, Mon Closed Contact: Phone: (518) 798-3500 Fax: (518) 798-5700 e-mail: info@spcauny.org
Ulster County SPCA-Kingston, NY. Welcome! We’ve added photos of some of the wonderful dogs and cats that are now available for adoption. If you are interested in any of the animals shown here our adoption hours are Tuesday-Sunday, 10:30am – 4:00pm.
Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association – Canastota, NY. WRHA still operates with the same mission established in 1981: To give temporary shelter to and provide care for homeless dogs and cats, while attempting to find them good, permanent homes.
Whiskers– Albany, NY. Whiskers Animal Benevolent League is a small, volunteer-run, no-kill animal shelter in Albany,New York. Whiskers came into existence in 1982. We believe all life has value and all animals have a right to their lives and to health and happiness. We euthanize only in cases of terminal illness, and most of the animals in our shelter are not caged. (We give new meaning to the words Cat House!)
Visits to see Mulberry Farm and our puppies (when available) are by appointment *ONLY* between 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. If you make an appointment with us, we will gladly supply you with excellent directions! Mulberry Farm is located at:
349 Rossway Road Pleasant Valley, NY 12569
Calling hours are *ONLY* between 1:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. We cannot accept calls outside of those two calling periods.
Our phone numbers are: Main Line ~ (845) 635-9609 Cell Line ~ (845) 417-8383
Not registered with American Cockapoo Club
Brooklyn Cockapoos – Ronkonkoma, NY Member since: 6/6/2014 Call 631-793-3272 nycockapoos@gmail.com
RSPCA Newcastle & North Northumberland Branch Centre Postal address: 170 High Street, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE8 7BX Tel: 0191 4773541 Fax: 0191 4775999 Email: Sarah rspca.newcastleadoptions@gmail.com https://www.rspca.org.uk/local/newcastle-and-north-northumberland-branch/
RSPCA, Sunderland and District Tel: 0191 527 3497 www.rspca.org.uk
Yorkshire
Blue Cross Adoption Centre Parklands, Station Road, Topcliffe, Thirsk, N Yorks YO7 3SE Tel: 01845 577759 Fax: 01845 578596 Email: thirsk@buecross.org.uk Opening Hours: Tues – Sunday 10:00am to 16:00pm Closed Mondays and Bank Holidays www.bluecross.org.uk
Carr House Rescue Centre Carr House East Carr Road Dunvegan Road Kingston upon Hull HU8 9LP Tel: 01482 701738
Dog Care Association Ponderosa Kennels, Allerton Bywater, Nr. Castleford, W. Yorks WF10 2EW Tel:01977 552303 www.dogcareassociation.co.uk
Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre Woodlands Farm, York Road, Leeds, LS15 4NL Tel: 0113 2814920 www.dogstrust.org.uk
Hessle Dog Rescue Service Hull, Yorks Tel: 01482 211670
Plantation Dog Rescue Common Lane, High Catton, York, YO41 1EW Tel: 01759 371988 or 07921775972 Always ring for an appointment before visiting Email:plantationdogrescue@hotmail.com
Rotherham Dog Rescue Tel: 07742 602255 between 10am and 7pm Email: info@rotherham-dog-rescue.co.uk www.rotherham-dog-rescue.co.uk
Royston Animal Welfare Royston, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Tel: 01226 298271 (not after 9pm unless in emergency) Email:janette@roystonanimalwelfare.org www.roystonanimalwelfare.org
RSPCA Branch Centre Garden St, Wakefield, W Yorkshire Tel: 01924 365625. www.rspca.org.uk
RSPCA York Animal Home Landing Lane, Clifton, York Y02 4RH Tel: 01904 654949. Fax:01904 679162 More about RSPCA York.
RSPCA Halifax and District Animal Home Wade Street, Halifax, Yorkshire HX1 1SN Tel: 01422 365628. www.rspca-halifax.org.uk
RSPCA Hull and East Riding Animal Centre Clough Road, Hull, East Yorkshire HU6 7PE. www.rspca.org.uk
RSPCA South Yorkshire Animal Centre Black Firs Farm, Great North Road, Bawtry, Doncaster DN10 6DB Tel: 01302 719790. www.rspca.org.uk
RSPCA Animal Home and Clinic Mount Street (off Leeds Road), Bradford BD3 9SW Tel: 01274 723063. Email: info@rspca-bradford.org.uk www.rspca-bradford.org.uk
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary The Stables, Todwick Road, North Anston, Sheffield S25 3SE Tel: 01909 564399 Email: dogsbignsmall@hotmail.com Rehome Yorks, Derbys and Notts. Will rehome further afield if another rescue can arrange homecheck. www.thornberry-animal-sanctuary.org
Whitby Dog Rescue Whitby, North Yorkshire Tel. 01947 810787 Email: enquiries@whitbydogrescue.com www.whitbydogrescue.com
Whitehall Dog Rescue Greenacres Farm, Cave Lane, East Ardsley, Wakefield, WF3 2BB Tel: 01924 835700 or 07831421715 (No calls after 9pm please.) www.whitehalldogrescue.co.uk
Cockapoo Rescue Centres in North West England That Re-Home Small and Mixed Breed Dogs
Cockapoo Rescue Dogs are Cockapoos (the popular hybrid cross between a Poodle and a Cocker Spaniel). These dogs have been found their way to a rescue or shelter and are hoping to find a forever loving home. They come in all ages and each has a unique back story but all need a patient understanding new owner.
Sheila
Claire
Bertie
Gilbert
Gilbert
Luna
Many UK-based animal charities offer dogs for re-homing and adoption. The nationally recognised ones are: National Animal Welfare Trust, RSPCA, Blue Cross, Dogs Trust and All Dogs Matter. All these rescue centres have numbers of rescue dogs, including Cockapoos, waiting to be re-homed by responsible dog owners.
Be sure to check the comments section at the bottom of the page and as visitors often let us know about a Cockapoo that needs re-homing or their interest in adopting.
c/o Rose Tree Farm Boarding Kennels, Widnes Road, Cuerdley, Warrington, WA5 2UR Tel: 07929 251244
Phoenix Dog Rescue was formed in 2008, and is run by a team of dedicated volunteers with a combined wealth of experience in the rescue and rehoming of dogs.
All the dogs which come into our care are routinely vet checked, vaccinated, microchipped, wormed, flea treated and neutered. As well as receiving any necessary veterinary treatment. Our dogs are kept in comfortable, safe kennels in Warrington or in foster homes until their new home is found.
Windyway Trust Windyway Head Farm, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP Tel: 01625 422246 Email: info@windyway.org www.windyway.org
We are a Macclesfield based Charity supporting the work of Windyway Animal Rescue Centre and The Search and Rescue dogs of the Peak District Mountain Rescue Teams. We also manage a pet food bank for our local community at Windyway Trust Centre.
These two cockapoo rescue pups have not had the best start in life so will need lots of care and attention.
They are probably not house trained so will need a lot of patience. They do need training and hate to be left alone for too long. They also need regular grooming every 4-6 weeks.
Opening Times (by appointment only): 11.00am – 3.00pm Daily
Back in 1972, a group of local ladies formed Animal Rescue Cumbria after reading an article in the local press about the large number of pets that were being put to sleep because suitable homes were not available.The group were determined to change this and started to take animals into their homes and board them at various establishments until permanent, approved homes could be found. They embarked on numerous fundraising activities to provide food, shelter and veterinary care
Animals’ Refuge Oak Tree Farm, Wethersal Shields, Carlisle, CA4 8JA Tel: 01228 560082 Fax: 01228 560985 Email: heatherm@animalrefuge.co.uk Opening Times for Kennels: 1.00pm – 4.00pm Daily www.animalrescuecumbria.co.uk
Bolton Destitute Animal Shelter 1 Northolt Drive, Great Lever, Bolton, BL3 6NJ Tel: 01204 526486 Opening Times: 11.00am – 5.00pm Mon-Sat (Closed Sunday and Bank Holidays) www.animalshelter.org.uk
Manchester and District Home For Lost Dogs Crofters House, Moss Brook Road, Harpurhey, Manchester M9 5PG Tel: 0844 504 1212 Opening Times: Mon-Sat 1.00pm – 5.00pm, Sunday 1.00pm – 4.00pm www.dogshome.net
RSPCA Manchester and Salford Branch 565 Wilbraham Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 0AE Tel: 0161 8820680 Email: rspcamcr_salford@btconnect.com Viewing by Appointment Only www.rspca-manchesterandsalford.org.uk
RSPCA – Stockport, East Cheshire and West Derbyshire Branch Tel: 07854 382106 www.rspca-stockport.org
RSPCA Tameside and Glossop Branch c/o Volunteer Centre Tameside, 95-97 Penny Meadow, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6EP (Dogs in the care of MyPetStop Kennels, Parkway, Denton, Manchester M34 3SG . Tel branch: 07050 264 531 for appointment.) Email: office@rspca-tameside-glossop.org.uk www.rspca-tameside-glossop.org.uk
RSPCA Animal Home 1 Red Cross Street, Rochdale, Lancs OL12 0NZ Tel: 01706 861897 www.rspca-rochdale.org.uk
RSPCA John MacDonald Animal Centre 2la Rhodes Bank, Oldham, Lancs OL1 1UA Tel: 0161 624 4725 Opening Times: 11.30am – 3.30pm Daily except Wednesday when closed www.rspca-buryoldham.org.uk
RSPCA Harold Hallwood Home for Animals Slutchers Lane, Bank Quay, Warrington, Lancs WA1 1NA Tel: 01925 632944 Opening Times 12pm – 4pm daily except Tuesday when closed www.rspca-warrington.org.uk
Wolfwood Haverigg Lane, Lancaster, LA2 0PL Phone: 07931220094 (VIEWING IS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY ). Email: dogs@wolfwood.co.uk www.wolfwood.co.uk
Not all rescue dogs have issues. Some of our dogs here at Wolfwood have obviously been well cared for, trained and will fit into any dog loving home.
Many are in poor physical condition with no basic training at all and some have more serious issues, created by the people who discard them. Wolfwood works with prospective adopters to create the best possible match.
Plenty of advice and support are part of our personal and friendly service. We work on a one to one basis and tailor each individual dog needs to prospective new owners.
Cockapoo Rescue Merseyside
Animals In Need Fir Tree Animal Sanctuary, Spurriers Lane, Melling, Liverpool, L31 1BA Tel: 0151 549 0959 Email: animals_inneed@hotmail.co.uk www.animals-in-need.co.uk
Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre Whiston Lane, Huyton, Liverpool L36 6HP Tel: 0151 480 0660 www.dogstrust.org.uk
Freshfields Animal Rescue Centre East Lodge Farm, East Lane, Ince Blundell, Liverpool, L29 3EA Tel: 0151 931 1604 Email: admin@freshfieldsrescue.org.uk www.freshfieldsrescue.org.uk
RSPCA Liverpool Branch Higher Road, Halewood, Liverpool L26 9TX Tel: 0151 486 1706 Opening Hours: 1.00pm – 4.30pm Daily except Wednesday when closed www.rspcaliverpoolbranch.co.uk
Cockapoo Rescue Near Me
Below are a curated list of Cockapoo rescue options to help you when you search for ‘Cockapoo Rescue Near Me’
A Cockapoo can be left along for short periods, but generally No. Cockapoo’s are a companion dog and need an owner who will be able to spend their time with their dog.
At what age do Cockapoos calm down?
Expect your Cockapoo to be energetic puppies and in need of a lot interaction until they are at least three years old. Getting your Cockapoo spayed or neutered will calm them down a lot. Although they will have the same playful inquisitive temperament they will noticeable slow down.
Do Cockapoo Rescue Dogs Like a Cuddle?
Yes, a rescue Cockapoo will enjoy a cuddle with its new owner. Although they maybe shy at first due to not having the best start in life, the Cockapoo dog breed is famous for their warm, engaging, playful personality and make a wonderful family pet.
Rescue Centres in South East England That Re-home small and mixed breed dogs
Margery
Berkshire
Binfield Dog Rescue Maidenhead Road (Carters Hill), Billingbear, Wokingham, RG40 5RR Tel: 01344 421490. Email: bdr@dogrescue.net Rehoming throughout the UK Opening Hours: 13:00 – 16.30 Weekdays, 9:00 – 17:00 Saturday, 9:00 – 16:30 Sunday http://dogrescue.8m.com/bdr
Battersea at Old Windsor Priest Hill, Old Windsor, Berks SL4 2JN Tel: 01784 432929 Fax: 01784 471538 Rehoming throughout the UK Opening Hours: 13:00 – 16:00 Weekdays, 10:30 – 16:00 Weekends www.battersea.org.uk
Diana Brimblecombe Animal Rescue Centre Nelsons Lane, Hurst, Berks, RG10 0RR Tel: 0118 9341122, Fax: 0118 9707672 Email: mail@dbarc.org.uk Prefer to Rehome Locally as Home Check will be Required Opening Hours: 11:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 16:00 daily
National Animal Welfare Trust Trindledown Farm, Wantage Road, Great Shefford, RG17 7DQ Tel: 01488 638584 Rehome Thoughout UK but the applicant must be able to visit the centre Opening Times 11:00 to 16:00 daily except Christmas and New Years Day www.nawt.org.uk
Pine Ridge Dog Sanctuary Priory Rd, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 8RJ Tel: 01344 882689
Buckinghamshire
HULA Animal Sanctuary Glebe Farm, Salford Road, Aspley Guise, Milton Keynes, MK17 8HZ Tel: 01908 584000 Open to visitors, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 13:00 and 15:00 www.hularescue.org
RSPCA South Bucks Branch P.O. Box 3967, Marlow, Bucks, SL7 9AJ Tel: 0845 370 7526 Dog Adoption Number, no calls after 7pm please)
Stokenchurch Dog Rescue Tower Farm, Oxford Road, Stokenchurch, Bucks. HP14 3TD Tel: 01494 482695 Email: enquiries@stokenchurchdogrescue.co.uk Viewing times for dogs: 2:00pm to 4:00pm every day except Sunday www.stokenchurchdogrescue.co.uk
Jersey
Jersey SPCA Animals’ Shelter 89 St Saviour’s Rd, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 4GL Tel: 01534 871797 Email: info@jspca.org.je Opening Hours 8:00 – 17:00 Mon – Fri, 9:00 – 17:00 Saturday
Essex
Mistley Place Park Animal Rescue Centre New Road, Mistley, Near Manningtree, CO1 11ER Tel: 01206 396048 (Please phone to book viewing of any dog) Email: animalcare@mistleyplacepark.com www.mistleyplacepark.comk
RSPCA Danaher Animal Home Thorley Farm, Hedingham Road, Wethersfield, Braintree, Essex CM7 4LQ Tel: 01371 851201. Email: reception@rspcaessex.org.uk Opening Times 11:00am – 15:00pm Mon – Sat www.rspcaessex.org.uk
RSPCA Essex South West Hillside Kennels, 3 Claverhambury Rd, Galley Hill, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2BL Tel: 01992 892881 Opening Times 11:00 – 15:00 Mon to Sat www.rspcaessex-southwest.co.uk
South East Essex Animal Trust Animals Kept in Private Boarding – View by Appointment Only Tel: 01702 552951
Hampshire
Blue Cross Adoption Centre Bubb Lane, West End, Southampton, SO30 2HL Tel: 023 8069 2894 Fax: 023 8069 5477 Opening Times: 11:00 – 16:00 Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri and Sat (Closed Thurs) 11:00 – 14:00 Sunday and Bank Holidays www.bluecross.org.uk
Happy Dogs Rescue Rehome only in Hampshire, Dorset, and Wiltshire. Tel: 01425 477676 www.happydogsrescue.co.uk
RSPCA Godshill Animal Centre Bohemia Corner, Godshill, Isle of Wight PO38 3NA Tel: 01983 840287. Opening Times 11:00 – 16:00 Every Day Except Monday www.rspca-iowbranch.org.uk
St Francis Animal Welfare Sunnyside Cottage, Mortimer’s Lane, Fair Oak, Nr Southampton, SO50 7EA Tel: 02380 693282 www.sfaw.co.uk
Hertfordshire
Blue Cross Adoption Centre Kimpton Bottom, Nr Hitchin, Herts SG4 8EU Tel: 01438 832232 Opening Times 10:00 – 16:00 Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat, 10:00 – 15:00 Wed Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays www.bluecross.org.uk
Chilterns Dog Rescue Society Bromley Heights, St Leonards Road, Chivery, Nr Tring, HP23 6LD Tel: 01296 623885 or 01494 791467 Email: cdrsoffice@aol.com Opening Times 10:30 – 14:00 Every Day Except Wednesday when Closed www.chilternsdogrescue.org.uk
National Animal Welfare Trust Rescue Centre Tylers Way, Watford By Pass, Watford, Herts WD25 8WT Tel: 020 8950 1320 Email: reception@nawt.org.uk Opening Times 11:00 – 15:00 daily except Wednesday when closed www.nawt.org.uk
Mutts In Distress Normandale Kennels, New Barn Lane, Little Hallingbury, Nr Bishop’s Stortford. CM22 7PR Tel: 01279 429877. Email: pat@mutts-in-distress.org.uk www.mutts-in-distress.org.uk
RSPCA Southridge Animal Centre Packhorse Lane, Ridge, Potters Bar, Herts EN6 3LZ Tel: 0300 123 0704 www.rspca.org.uk
Kent
Battersea at Brands Hatch Crowhurst Lane, Ash, Kent, TN15 7HH Tel: 01474 874994 Fax: 01474 872855 Opening Times 13:00 – 16:00 Mon – Fri, 10:30 – 16:00 Sat and Sun www.battersea.org.uk
Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre Radfall Road, Chestfield, Nr Whitstable, Kent CT5 8ER Tel: 01227 792505. www.dogstrust.org.uk
Friends of Animals League Foal Farm, Jail Lane, Biggin Hill, Kent, TN16 3AX Tel: 01959 572386. www.foalfarm.org.uk
Pro Dogs – Direct Re-Homing Rocky Bank, 4 New Road, Ditton, Aylesford, Kent ME20 6AD Tel: 01732 872222
RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, West Malling, Kent ME19 5HW Tel:0300 123 0751 www.rspca.org.uk
RSPCA Maidstone and Mid Kent Branch Maidstone, Kent Tel: 01622 747748 Email: maidstonerspca@hotmail.co.uk www.midkentrspca.com
Oxford
Blue Cross Adoption Centre Shilton Road, Burford, Oxford 0X18 4PF Tel: 01993 822483. www.bluecross.org.uk
Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary The Village Green, Stadhampton, OX44 7UB Tel: 01865 890 239 or 01865 890305 Opening Hours October to March, 14:00 – 15:00 daily (except Tues and Fri when closed) Opening Hours April to September, 14:00 – 15:30 daily (except Tues and Fri when closed) Please note we rehome in the local area only www.oxfordshireanimalsanctuary.org.uk
RSPCA South Godstone Animal Centre Eastbourne Road, South Godstone, Surrey RH9 8JB Tel: 0300 123 0741 www.rspcasouthgodstone.co.uk
Sussex
Blue Cross Equine and Small Animal Adoption Centre Main Street, Northiam, Nr Rye, East Sussex TN31 6LP Tel: 01797 252243. www.bluecross.org.uk
Chichester and District Dog Rescue Society Homing in Chichester area. Tel: 023 92412454.
Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre Brighton Road, Shoreham By Sea, West Sussex BN43 5LT Tel: 01273 452576. www.dogstrust.org.uk
Clymping Dog Sanctuary New Carleton Kennels Ford Road, Ford, Arundel. BN18 0BH Tel: 01903 883116 Email:enquiries@clympingdogsanctuary.co.uk www.clympingdogsanctuary.co.uk
Kit Wilson Trust for Animal Welfare Stonehurst Lane, Hadlow Down, Nr Uckfield, Sussex TN22 4ED Tel: 01825 830444 All animals can be viewed by appointment only www.kitwilsontrust.org.uk
Mid Sussex Happy Breed Dog Rescue Society PO Box 126, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0SL Tel: 01444 239005 or 01273 843897 www.happybreed.co.uk
Raystede Center For Animal Welfare The Broyle, Ringmer, East Sussex, BN8 5AJ Tel: 01825 840252 www.raystede.org
RSPCA Mount Noddy Animal Centre Black Mill Lane, Eartham, Nr Chichester, West Sussex PO18 0LL Tel: 01243 773359. www.rspca.org.uk
Rescue Centres in The Midlands and East Anglia That Re-home small and mixed breed dogs
Adopt A Cockapoo Rescue Dog In The Midlands
You are more likely to be able to adopt a cockapoo dog from the shelters listed below:
Cockapoo Rescue Cambridgeshire
RSPCA Block Fen Animal Centre Block Fen Drove, Wimblington, Cambridgeshire, PE15 0FB Tel: 0300 123 0726 Email: bfasm@rspca.org.uk Open every day 11.00am to 3.30pm Closed Wednesdays.
‘RSPCA Block Fen Animal Centre was built in 2003 on approximately 70 acres near the village of Wimblington in Cambridgeshire. We are able to accommodate 63 dogs, 72 cats, 32 rabbits and various other small animals, poultry and farm animals’
Wood Green Animal Shelter Kingsbush Farm, London Road, Godmanchester PE29 2NH Tel: 0844 2488181 Fax: 01480 832815 Email: info@woodgreen.org.uk Opening Times: 10am – 4pm daily. Wood Green Available Dogs
‘We are a non-profit rescue based in the East Midlands. Our rescue is led by an amazing group of trainers focusing on rehabilitation and getting dogs ready for their forever homes! Our mission is to promote animal welfare by providing the care and re-homing of dogs that are abandoned, mistreated or lost, by providing them rehabilitation through training, rehoming and also educating the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general, as well as training skills and the prevention of cruelty and suffering among animals’.
RSPCA Derby is an independent, self-funded charity. Every year we take in hundreds of abused, neglected, abandoned or unwanted animals, rehabilitate them with love, care, and any veterinary treatment they need, then find them loving new homes.
Just For Dogs Rescue & Re-homing Centre. 01335 361363 Mansell Meadows, Ashbourne, DE6 3BE. adoption@justfordogsrescue.co.uk
Just For Dogs is based in Brailsford near Ashbourne in Derbyshire. JFD is a charity dedicated to the care of and re-homing of abandoned, neglected or unwanted dogs.
We have always been sympathetic with stray and abandoned dogs and help many families who are having to part with their family pet due to various reasons i.e. marriage breakdown, unemployment, eviction, illness or death.
Hereford & Worcester Animal Rescue (HWAR) Meadowbank Kennels, Hamnish, Leominster, HR6 0QN Tel: 01568 760033 (11am – 3pm Tel Out of Hours up to 8pm: 0775 154 9770 or 07980 225295 www.hwanimalrescue.org
RSPCA Herefordshire Branch This branch does not work out of a central location, please call to enquire Tel: 0845 200 2962 Email: contact@rspcahereford.org.uk www.rspcahereford.org.uk
Cockapoo Rescue Leicestershire
East Midlands Dog Rescue Pingle Farm, Seine Lane, Enderby, Leicestershire, LE19 4PD Tel: 0116 286 4266 or 01455 845701 Email: garry.copeland@ntlworld.com Opening Times: 9am – 12noon Sundays, all other times by appointment www.eastmidlandsdogrescue.org
Leicester Animal Aid Association The Huncote Pet Rescue Centre, Elmwood Farm, Forest Road, Huncote, Leicester, LE9 6LE Tel: 01455 888257 Opening Hours 10.00am – 2.30pm Daily www.leicesteranimalaid.org.uk
Four Legged Friends White Lodge, 1 Old haddington Lane, Lincoln, LN5 9FN Tel: 01522 693392 Opening Times: 8.00am – 6.00pm Mon – Sat, 10.00am – 4.00pm Sunday http://fourleggedfriends.bravehost.com
Jerry Green Dog Rescues Wressle, Near Broughton, North Lincs, DN20 0BJ Tel: 01652 653343 Opening Times: 1.30pm – 3.30pm Daily except Wednesday when closed. By appointment only www.jerrygreendogs.org.uk
Jerry Green Dog Rescue Marsh Lane, Algarkirk, Nr Boston, Lincs, PE20 2BB Tel: 01205 260546 Opening Hours: 1.30pm – 4.00pm Daily except Wednesday when closed www.jerrygreendogs.org.uk
Keith’s Rescue Dogs Skegness and Boston, Lincs Tel: 01754 763543 or 01205 750197 www.keithsrescuedogs.org
Mid Lincolnshire and Lincoln RSPCA St. Marks, Lincoln (Office Only) Tel/fax: 01522 544862 (9.30am to 12.45pm) Email: lincoln.rspca@live.co.uk www.rspca-lincoln.org.uk
Cockapoo Rescue Norfolk
Canine Aid Rescue & Ethology (CARE Dg Rescue) Tel: 01493 653955 Covering Norfolk, Suffolk and Northern Cambridge www.care-uk.com
Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre (formerly NCDL) North Farm Kennels, North End Road, Snetterton, Norfolk NR16 2LD Tel: 01953 498377 www.dogstrust.org.uk
RSPCA Norwich and Mid-Norfolk Paws Centre, 71-75 Barrack Street, Norwich, NR3 1AB Tel: 0300 1234 555 www.rspcanorwich.org.uk
West Norfolk RSPCA Rehoming Centre Eau Brink, King’s Lynn, Norfol. PE34 4SQ Tel: 01553 618889, Email: jo@westnorfolkrspca.org.uk Opening Times: 11-3 Mon – Sat, Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays Rehome throughout England and Wales www.westnorfolkrspca.org.uk
Cockapoo Rescue Northamptonshire
Jerry Green Dog Rescue Creaton Road, Brixworth, Northampton Tel: 01604 880003 Email: northants@jerrygreendogs.co.uk http://www.jerrygreendogs.org.uk
Bramcote Animal Rescue 6 Ashtree Square, Bramcote Village, Beeston, NG9 3HJ Tel: 01159 220286 or 07778 352541 Email: Amanda@bramcote-rescue.co.uk www.bramcote-rescue.co.uk
Jerry Green Dog Rescue Warsop Lane, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire, NG21 0PG Tel: 01623 792886 Oppening Times: 1pm – 3pm Daily except Wednesday when closed By appointment only Email: notts@jerrygreendogs.co.uk www.jerrygreendogs.org.uk
Animal Lifeline Serendipity Kennels, Leek Road, Cellarhead, North Staffs ST9 0DG Tel: 01782 638341 Email: cassie@animallifeline.org.uk Opening Hours: 9.30am-12.30pm and 2.00pm – 3.30pm daily (or by appointment) www.animallifeline.org.uk
RSPCA Animal Centre Hillfield Lane, Stretton, Burton on Trent, Staffs DE13 OBN Tel: 01283 569165 Email: enquirie@rspca-burtonbranch.org.uk Opening Times: Every day, except Tuesdays 1pm – 4pm www.rspca-burtonbranch.org.uk
RSPCA Staffordshire North Branch PO Box 3173, Cheadle, Stoke on Trent, ST10 9AY Tel 01538 388604 or Kennels on 01782 302539 Email admin@rspca-staffsnorth.org.uk Mon to Fri 9.00am to 1.00pm www.rspca-staffsnorth.org.uk
Cockapoo Rescue Suffolk
Blue Cross Adoption Centre 333 High Street, Walton, Felixstowe, Suffolk IP1l 9QL Tel: 01394 283254 Email: felixstowe@bluecross.org.uk www.bluecross.org.uk
Jerry Green Dog Rescue Linstead Magna, Halesworth. Suffolk, IP19 0DT Email: suffolk@jerrygreendogs.co.uk Opening Times: 1.30pm – 4.00pm Dail except Wednesday when closed Tel: 01986 785282 www.jerrygreendogs.org.uk
National Animal Welfare Trust Wheal Alfred Farm, Wheal Alfred Road, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 5JT. Tel: 01736 756005 Fax: 01736 756536 Opening Times: 1pm to 3pm (Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day) www.nawt.org.uk
RSPCA Cornwall Branch Animal Centre Higher Quoit, St Columb, Cornwall TR9 6J5 Tel: 01637 881455 Email: info@rspcacornwall.org.uk www.rspcacornwall.org.uk
St Francis Home for Animals Trevlogue Road, Porth, Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4AT Tel: 01637 872976 Email: stfrancis4k9s@btinternet.com Opening Times: 11am – 4pm Mon – Sat (Closed Sunday) www.stfrancisfourcanines.co.uk
Cockapoo Rescue Devon
Animals in Distress Rescue Centre Biltor, Edgelands Lane, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot, TQ12 5UG Tel: 01803 812121 Please note Animals in Distress rehome in a 20 mile area around the centre www.animalsindistress.uk.com
Blue Cross Adoption Centre Chilton Gate, Bickleigh, Tiverton, Devon EX16 8RS Tel: 01884 855291. www.bluecross.org.uk
Blue Cross Adoption Centre Ashley Priors Lane, Watcombe, Torquay, Devon. TQ1 4SE. Tel: 01803 327728 www.bluecross.org.uk
Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre Haziedene, West Down, IIfracombe, North Devon EX34 8NU Tel: 01271 812709. www.dogstrust.org.uk
Gables Farm Dog and Cats’ Home 204 Merafield Rd, Plymouth, PL7 1UQ Tel: 01752 331602 Fax: 01752 331604 Opening Times: 11am-3pm daily (except Thursday when closed) www.gablesfarm.org.uk
Margaret Green Foundation Trust Rescue Kennels Brentor Road, Heathfield, Nr Tavistock, Devon PL19 0LF Tel: 01822 810215 Opening Times: 12pm – 3.30pm Daily Please note that the sanctuary prefer to rehome in the local area, but may make exceptions. www.animalsanctuaryuk.com
RSPCA Little Valley Animal Shelter Blackhat Lane, Bakershill, Exeter, Devon EX2 9TA Tel:01392 439898. www.rspcaexeter.org.uk
RSPCA Torquay and South East Devon Branch Centre Tel: 01803 556130 Email: enquiries@rspca-torbay.org.uk www.rspca-torbay.org.uk
Dorset Animal Workers Group Bournemouth, Poole,Dorset Tel: 01202 380467 or 01202 428868 Email: helen@dawgdogs.net Prefer to rehome in 30 mile radius. www.dawgdogs.net
Margaret Green Foundation Trust Rehoming Centre Bere Road, Winterbourne Kingston, Blandford, Dorset DT11 9BP Tel: 01929 471340 Opening Hours: 12pm – 3.30pm Daily www.animalsanctuaryuk.com
RSPCA Cheltenham & East Glos Branch Tel: 01242 521958 Always ring for an appointment to view dogs Email: rspca.cheltenham@virgin.net www.rspca-cheltenhameastglos.org.uk
South Gloucestershire Dog Warden Service Broad Lane, Engine Common, Yate, South Glouc, BS37 7PN Tel: 01454 868000 www.southglos.gov.uk/rehoming
Teckels Dog Rescue Bristol Rd, Whitminster, Gloucester Tel: 01452 740300
London Rescue Centres That Re-home Small And Mixed Breed Dogs
Cockapoo Rescue London
RESCUE CENTRES IN LONDON THAT TAKE COCKAPOO DOGS
If you’re searching for Cockapoo Rescue London, i’ve outlined some options for you below.
Cockapoo Rescue London
When you begin your search for a rescue Cockapoo in London you will discover there are many rescue centres, some of them are well established and funded charities like Battersea Dogs Home, RSPCA. and also some smaller operations that are not as well funded but operated by individuals who are passionate about rescuing dogs and working on a shoestring budget doing invaluable work.
Ive listed website, contact info and phone numbers. Call them and say you’re interested in re-homing a Cockapoo. Leave your details, complete the necessary application and wait to be contacted.
South East Dog Rescue and Rehabilitation:Davanden Kennels, Cotton Lane, Stone, Greenhithe, DA9 9BBT: 07568 796927. A Comprehensive service for dogs in need of fostering, sponsoring and re-homing. “We aim to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home dogs across the UK, operating a non-destruction (no-kill) policy”
Animal Samaritans PO Box 154, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA16 2WS Tel: 020 8303 1859 Email: info@animalsamaritans.org.uk Please note our dogs are mostly rehomed in local area, but if we can arrange a homecheck then will consider homes around the UK> animalsamaritans.org.uk
Enfield Dog Rescue Email: maryescully@blueyonder.co.uk. “We have lots of lovely dogs seeking homes so if you are considering adopting a dog please phone to discuss. If you are looking to adopt or rehome a small dog please contact us on 0208 482 9372 or 07956 468706 during normal working hours or in emergency up to 8pm. If you leave a message be sure to give your name, the nature of your enquiry and your phone number. It may be better to send an email if you are unable to speak to anyone”
Anim-Mates 80 Pitfold Road, Lee, SE12 9HY (Mail only) Tel: 01634 271456 Email:info@anim-mates.org.uk anim-mates.org.uk. “Our aim is to find every animal the best home that is suitable for him or her. We try to make this process as easy as possible for you, and ourselves.”
Dogs and Puppies for adoption in London Chipping Barnett. Facebook Page
Animal Rescue & Care (ARC) PO Box 46, Twickenham, TW11WG Tel: 020 8607 9902 Email: arc@animalrescueandcare.org.uk animalrescueandcare.org.uk
Animal Rescue Service 2 Water Lane Cottages, Eastbourne Road cnr Water Lane RH9 8JB London. Info@sallipets.co.uk. Tel: 07772 473534. https://www.sallipets.co.uk/ “A free roaming rescue, child centred, empowering children, determined to be different by rehoming equally for all, fostering relationships with the Adopters post adoption and making the world a better place for all”.
Lee Valley Dog Rescue “We are a very small volunteer run Dog Rescue in the Lea Valley Area re-homing dogs throughout Herts, Essex, North London and the Home Counties.” info@leavalleydogrescue.co.uk. Enquiries
Cockapoo Rescue West London
Dogs Trust – West London Highway Farm, Harvil Road, Harefield, Uxbridge UB9 6JW Tel: 0845 076 3647 dogstrust.org.uk
Hounslow Animal Welfare Society Tel: 020 8560 5443 Email: feedback@haws-animals.org.uk Please note that Hounslow Animal Welfare rehome in the local area only haws-animals.org.uk
Is It Easy To Find A Cockapoo Rescue Wales In My Locality?
The welsh people are passionate about their Cockapoo’s but unfortunately some Cockapoo’s are waiting in local rescue centres needing a loving forever home. Would you consider adopting a Cockapoo? Below are a list of local dog rescue shelters across Wales.
Margery
Tyrone
Trudy
Marley
Ollie (cockapoo / chorkie mix)
Harold & william
brother & sister
Cockapoo Rescue Wales: Carmarthenshire
Animals in Mind Penygraig, Cwmann Lampeter, Carmarthen, SA48 8EZ Tel: 01570 423811 Email: info@animalsinmind.org.uk animalsinmind.org.uk
Animals in Mind works to promote and fund projects that solve behaviour issues and relieve suffering for animals.
We provide leaflets for pet owners on some of the more common issues that affect animals living alongside people.
We operate a small sanctuary where we give a life long home to a few animals that weren’t able to be rehomed.
Cockapoo Rescue Wales: Clwyd
North Clwyd Animal Rescue (NCAR) Maes Gwyn Sanctuary, Glan yr Afon Road, Trelogan, Nr. Holywell CH8 9BD Tel: 01745 560546 Email: reception@ncar.org.uk ncar.org.uk
RSPCA Bryn-y-Maen Animal Centre Bryn-y-Maen, Upper Colwyn Bay, LL28 5EJ Tel: 0300 123 0745 www.rspca.org.uk
We are a small, independent rescue charity, based on the beautiful west Wales coast and our sole aim is to rescue and re-home domestic animals. We do this with the aid of a small band of dedicated volunteers and experts whose sole aim is the welfare of animals.
Cockapoo Rescue Wales:
Denbighshire
Abandoned Animals Association Little Pydew, Ffordd Ffynnon, Prestatyn, Denbeighshire LL19 8BE Tel: 01745 857975 Email: carol@abandonedanimals.org.uk Please note we only rehome in the local area abandonedanimals.org.uk
Pet Rescue Welfare Association Organisation Llewerllydd Farm, Dyserth. Nr Rhyl, LL18 6BP Tel: 01745-571061. Email: pet-rescue@tiscali.co.uk www.pet-rescuecharity.co.uk
Pet Rescue Welfare Association based in Dyserth near Prestatyn & Rhyl in North Wales we were est in April 2001. Services include Community Vet Clinic, Companion animals rescue & Lifetime foster scheme, Pet Food Bank. Our Lifetime Petcare services if owners are deceased providing for their pets. We rely on donations and legacies to continue our work in animal welfare
Hope Rescue Caerphilly Tel: 07545 822919 Email:enquiries@hoperescue.org.uk Hope dogs are available to be rehomed throught the country if a suitable homecheck can be carried out. www.hoperescue.org.uk
All Creatures Great and Small Church Farm, Llanfrechfa, Cwmbran, Gwent, NP44 8AD Tel: 01633 866144 Email: enquiries@allcreaturesgreatandsmall.org.uk Opening Times: 2pm – 5pm allcreaturesgreatandsmall.org.uk
RSPCA Newport Animal Centre Ringland Way, Ringland, Llanwern, Nr Newport NP6 2LL Tel: 0300 123 0744 rspca.org.uk
Socelex Sanctuary for Injured Animals Temple Cloud Farm, Crumlin, Nr Newport, Gwent NP11 3BD Tel: 01495 211401 www.socelex.co.uk
Cockapoo Rescue Wales: Gwynedd
Freshfields Animal Rescue Centre Bryn Melyn, Lon Pant-y-gog, Nasareth. Nr. Caernarfon, LL54 6DU Tel: 01286 880808 Email: wales@freshfieldsrescue.org.uk www.freshfieldsrescue.org.uk
A list of Cockapoo Breeders NY
