Danaher is an independent registered animal rescue charity based in Wethersfield, Essex.
Each year we rehome hundreds of lost, abandoned or ill-treated dogs, cats, and small animals, none of which would be possible without your support. Please help an animal find a new loving home by adopting one today.
Whilst affiliated with the RSPCA, we are an entirely self-funding charity which could not exist without our generous supporters and volunteers, whom we cannot thank enough. If you are able to help in any way, please contact us today!
Jean-Luc is not the luckiest black cat. Not only has he found himself in rescue, he has also recently lost his best feline friend who sadly died due to illness. He now finds he is being overlooked for prettier, younger or more outgoing cats. Surely he is due a bit better luck now? Are you the one to help that happen?
Come and join us for a fantastic day out at the Danaher Animal Home Open Day on Sunday 31st August 2025, from 11am to 4pm in Wethersfield, Essex! This is one of our favourite days of the year, and we can’t wait to welcome you, your family, and your four-legged friends for a fun-filled day in support of a great cause.
There’ll be something for everyone to enjoy, from browsing our variety of stalls to indulging in a delicious BBQ and refreshing drinks. One of the day’s highlights will be our ever-popular dog shows - details to be announced soon - so be sure to bring your star pup along! Plus, you can try your luck in our raffle, with fantastic prizes up for grabs, all while supporting our vital work caring for animals in need.
Celebrate your life and love for animals by remembering the Danaher Animal Home in your will.
Legacies play a crucial role in developing our home and its facilities, enabling us to help many more animals each year.
We have partnered up with the Goodwill Partnership, and Kwil, who offer a FREE Will-writing service, to make it as easy as possible!
Talk to your legal advisor, one of our Will-writing partners, or contact us on 0300 111 4321 and we will be more than happy to help answer any questions you may have!
Please help an animal find a new loving home by starting the adoption process today.
New animals available for rehoming are added to our website daily, so if you can't find the perfect furry friend right now please check again soon.
We could not help as many animals as we do without the help of our dedicated volunteer team. Our volunteers play a vital supporting role in the work we do.
We are always on the look out for more volunteers willing to lend a hand though!
If you're an animal lover and live near our centre or one of our charity shops, volunteering is an incredibly rewarding way to get involved. Fill out an application form today and you too could help improve the lives of the many animals in our care.
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With five charity shops in Braintree, Witham, Chelmsford, Dunmow, and Sudbury you're sure to find one close by. Whether it's to drop off unwanted quality items or to browse the rails - we'd love to see you.
All our shops are currently appealing for donations, particularly new and good quality second hand clothing, furniture, electrical, bric-a-brac and books.
For bigger household items we also have a FREE pick up service.
Find a Donation LocationWe wish to express our gratitude to the following companies who have made charitable donations to the Danaher Animal Home. We stress however, this does not constitute any recommendation or endorsement of their products and services.
