Battersea Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Looking at 69 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that the staff are incredibly helpful, professional, and deeply caring toward the animals in their care. People also appreciate the thorough rehoming process, noting that the team ensures every pet finds the right home while offering fantastic aftercare support. However, some people mentioned difficulties regarding communication and the overall adoption process. A few reviewers experienced frustrating delays in being matched with a suitable pet, while others felt communication could be improved during follow-up interactions. Some individuals also noted feeling pressured or uncomfortable during interactions with representatives.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Today in Fleet I met Daisy Hogger representing Battersea Dogs Home. She had a captivating opening line and polite and non pushy manner. She deserves a mention for her efforts to enlist my support.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely lovely staff who clearly care deeply for all the animals in their care. It’s obvious they work hard to ensure every animal is matched with the right person and goes to a thoroughly checked... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Battersea Dogs and Cats Home is a truly special place. The re-homing process is efficient, but with a strong emphasis on finding the right cat for the right owner, with plenty of post-rehoming support... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

At Battersea quite rightly it isn’t easy to adopt a dog, because they need to make sure each dog goes to the right owner. That said we were chosen to view a little Dachshund who we were lucky enou... See more

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Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. For 160 years, we've gone from one home in London to three rescuing and rehoming centres across the country and have cared for over three million vulnerable animals.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Battersea are absolutely amazing

Battersea ask so many questions so that they understand your family and situation perfectly and they know their animals well. They really knew what they were doing when they matched us with our wonderful cat, who settled so quickly that within a week she would jump on any family member’s knee for a cuddle. They provide so much information so that you know exactly what to expect and what you need to do to make your new pet feel at home. When we went to meet our cat the staff were incredibly welcoming and kind (even with my 2 very excitable kids). When we picked her up (we waited a couple of weeks because she had not reacted well to the stress of neutering) everyone was incredibly helpful, providing more info, providing a weeks worth of food and explaining how to wean to a new diet, preparing her for transport and booking a pet friendly taxi and helping us find the best way to put us and the kids in the taxi. They have also been incredibly supportive through the process and afterwards when we had some health worries. We couldn’t recommend them highly enough.

May 25, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Jessi. Thank you so much for your kind review. We're so pleased that our amazing staff were able to match you with your new cat and support you through your rehoming journey and when you had some worries afterwards. We hope that you and your cat have a very happy future together, thank you for choosing rescue!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A good approach to rehoming

We cannot fault Battersea's approach to rehoming. Registering your interest prior to looking at the animals means that Battersea knows you, and you don't have to fill in a new form every time you request to adopt. Communication is excellent, and the people on the other end of the telephone are knowledgeable and helpful. The cats are well looked after and the actual adoption process is exciting and efficient. Thank you Battersea for two delightful cats who are settling in very well. We are pleased to know you are there if we need help or advice.

May 24, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Carol. Thank you for your kind words about our rehoming process and our incredible team. It's great to hear that your two new cats are settling in well. We're proud to offer expert advice to pet owners at Battersea and will always be here to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very efficient caring well organised…

Very efficient caring well organised service. Windsor centre was lovey the staff ensured that I had everything I needed. Kitten was micro chipped and neutered and had 4 week health insurance. Excellent

June 8, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Katharine, we're so glad that our amazing team at Old Windsor were able to help you rehome your new kitten. Thank you for choosing rescue!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We adopted two kittens from Battersea…

We adopted two kittens from Battersea London. We felt so supported along the whole adoption journey, from the screening interview, the call with the vet, and the visit to the cattery. Our kittens were given to us microchipped, neutered, and vaccinated. This has helped us so much as it has allowed us to focus on building a bond with the kittens from the start, without having to worry about these processes. Battersea also gave us lots of cat food to start us off, toys, blankets, and information kit. Two weeks in, we are so happy with our kittens, they are settling in so well. Thank you Battersea team!

May 23, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Ilaria. Thank you so much for your review. We're so glad that your kittens are settling in well and that our amazing team were able to give you all of the support you needed in your rehoming journey.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

So sad

So sad. We have previously adopted from Battersea and we truly struck gold with our rescue dog Freya. Sadly she has since passed away and we have decided to again take the plunge . We completed the online application and was told it was unlikely that we will be able to adopt. I work from home and can only come to the conclusion that the reason for the decline is that we have a 7 month old granddaughter who visits regulary. Shame on you Battersea for not looking into our circumstances further . I wonder why people then go on to buy puppies

May 26, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Terry. We're so sorry to hear about the passing of your Battersea dog Freya. We understand how difficult this must be.

All prospective owners of Battersea's dogs and cats go through a registration process with a member of our rehoming team to determine what type of home they can provide for a pet. There are a number of criteria including work commitments, the type of property they live in, and whether the family includes children and/or other pets. Every situation is different and is treated individually. You may not find your match straight away, and in some cases we may not have any animals in our care that are suitable for your circumstances. If you would like to discuss this further please e-mail info@battersea.org.uk

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Truly a wonderful experience from start…

Truly a wonderful experience from start to finish adopting our cat from Battersea’s. Everyone we dealt with were so nice and helpful and really knowledgeable about the pets in their care. We love our new family member and are really grateful to the team for the support and advice they continue to provide.

May 4, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Charlotte. We're so pleased to hear that you had a great experience rehoming your Battersea cat and that you've found our advice useful. We hope that you both have a wonderful future together.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We visited Battersea Dogs and Cats Home…

We visited Battersea Dogs and Cats Home (Brands Hatch) last Sunday. We had already registered online and we had received a phone call from Teresa to ask questions about our environment and needs.

We found the whole experience very friendly and professional. We were told we had been approved.

We said we had seen a cat online and we wanted to meet her. We made arrangements to see her the next day! Very importantly we were informed that if we did not feel the cat was right for us we would be under no obligation to take her. This was very reassuring.

We visited Brands Hatch and found it to be a most friendly and professional place. We loved our cat from the moment we saw her and were ready to take her home. We signed all the necessary paperwork.

We were given a “goody bag” for her which contained food, treats and toys. She also received 4 weeks free PetPlan insurance.

We couldn’t be happier with Battersea Dogs and Cats Home Brands Hatch.

All in all, it had been a wonderful experience and we now have a beautiful much loved cat and we have called her Tippi.

May 12, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Jean. Thank you for your lovely review. We're so glad that our amazing team at Battersea Brands Hatch were able to match you with your lovely Tippi. We wish you both all the best for the future.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Cold callers who try to pressure sell…

Cold callers who try to pressure sell you into signing up to a monthly amount even if you tell them NO. Have had a caller to my door and to my phone and have both refused to take NO for an answer. Really disappointed

May 5, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Aaron, we’re sorry to hear about this. Please email fundraising@battersea.org.uk with details of when and where this happened so we can look into it further. Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was great right from the beginning

It was great right from the beginning. The staff helped match me with the perfect cat. They gave me lots of advice and listened to what I had to say. When I went to meet and collect my gorgeous cat they were so helpful. I have had my cat for 1 week now and she has settled in really well. I can’t thank Battersea staff enough for all their help.

April 21, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Lorraine, we're so glad that our amazing team could match you with your new cat. It's lovely to hear that she is settling in so well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rehoming of Lennox

Very friendly and professionally dealt with over a very simple process to make sure that I was the right new owner for Lennie (Mastiff).

April 20, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Kevin. Thank you for your review. It's very important to us that we find every animal their perfect match. We're so pleased that we could match you with the lovely Lennie and hope that you are very happy together.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kind and patient

They were so understanding and let us take our time. They have been really reassuring and helpful with advice to help Kevin settle in. We are so happy with our fur baby and he has settled really well.

April 5, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Alisha. We're so happy that we were able to support you with helping Kevin to settle in well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Battersea truely is a wonderful Rescue Centre.

Battersea truely is a wonderful rescue centre. They do the very best for the animals in their care. The staff working at the centre work tirelessly and are lovely to talk to. They match you with the right animal for you as best as they can. They deserve the best support possible. Definitely the place to go if you’re looking for a lifelong animal companion.

January 17, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi A. Thank you so much for your kind words about Battersea. We're proud to give every animal personalised care and spend lots of time getting to know them so that we can find them their perfect match.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Advice Page

There online system is very helpful and easy to understand and I was able to receive a lot of good advice which was helpful.

April 3, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Jonathon, thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear that you have found our advice pages useful. It's very important to us that we share our expertise to support pet owners.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thoughtful and considerate adoption…

Thoughtful and considerate adoption process, efficiently organised by friendly approachable staff.

March 16, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi SP, we're so glad that our fantastic team were able to help you through your rehoming journey.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Adopt a Battersea cat - you won't regret it!

Thank you so much for the whole experience of adopting a kitten - we're so glad that we chose to adopt with Battersea. The two people that were in charge of the process on the day were so friendly, understanding and helpful and made the whole experience so positive for us.

March 22, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Jess. Thank you so much for your review. We're so pleased that you had a great experience rehoming your kitten at Battersea. We hope that they are settling in well!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Battersea

Battersea, Brands Hatch made it easy for us to meet our handsome, chilled and very friendly cat, Nero. They matched us very well with Nero. He quickly became used to us and absolutely loves it when our grandchildren visit. He’s learnt that they will play with him and give him lots of fuss and treats. He’s started going out in the garden, we’ve only had him for 4 weeks, and is enjoying exploring underneath the plants. He’s a real asset to our family and we all love him.

March 16, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Marie, thank you for your review. We're so happy to hear that Nero has settled in well and is enjoying lots of fuss from your grandchildren! It sounds like he's having a fantastic time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rehoming a dog

Our new dog "Demi" was looked after very well by Battersea prior to our adopting him.

March 22, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Elliott. Thank you for your kind words. Our team always make sure that every animal arriving at Battersea is given an abundance of love and attention! We hope that Demi is settling in well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best decision ever!!

One week ago I rehomed a dog,right now he is sat beside me snoring after a lovely walk!!! I cannot thank everyone at Battersea dog's & cat's home enough for my new companion and all they do!!!

April 4, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Geraldine, we're so pleased to hear that you and your new companion are so happy together. Making perfect matches is so important to us at Battersea.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything connected with the rehoming…

Everything connected with the rehoming process was superb. Website accurate and informative, Lovely staff, helpful and supportive, happy dogs and people throughout. I totally recommend Battersea rehomers and we are so happy with our new family member.

March 30, 2024
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Reply from Battersea

Hi Abigail, thank you for your review about our rehoming process. We're so pleased that our incredible team were able to help you find the perfect new addition to your family.

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