Founded in 1891, Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK - they aim to stop healthy dogs being put to sleep - working so that all dogs can enjoy a happy life, free from the threat of unnecessary destruction. In 2015, they cared for 15,196 - 12,987 of these were homed. As well as neutering and microchipping, they also run educational work shops in 8,214 schools and youth groups promoting responsible dog ownership.
They are reliant on donations and volunteers to do their work, to support them or find out more, visit their website.