Cheltenham Animal Shelter

20/06/2026

Four-year-old Duggie is a wonderfully funny, charming boy who’s guaranteed to keep you smiling. Full of personality, he loves nothing more than tossing his squeaky toys around, enjoying enrichment games, and tucking into tasty treats.

While Duggie can be a little sensitive and prefers a calm, predictable environment, once he trusts you he is affectionate, loyal, and full of playful energy. He enjoys a fuss from his favourite people and thrives when given the time and space to build confidence at his own pace.

Duggie is looking for an experienced, adult-only home where he can be the only pet. A quiet home with a secure garden and someone around for much of the day would be ideal, helping him feel safe and settled.

This special boy may need a little patience, but in return you'll gain a loving, entertaining companion who will bring endless joy and plenty of laughs - email 👉[email protected] 👈 to apply or find out more!

To see all our pets waiting to be adopted, visit 👉 www.gawa.org.uk

19/06/2026

🎉🐾 Join us for our Summer Open Day! 🐾🎉

Looking for a fantastic family day out this summer? Come along to Cheltenham Animal Shelter's Summer Open Day on Saturday 4th July from 12 noon to 4:30pm!

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring:

🐶 Our ever-popular Fun Dog Show
🏆 Have-a-go dog activities including agility, scent games and scurry challenges
🛍 Local traders selling unique gifts and crafts
🚒 Meet the Fire Service and explore their fire engine
🏰 Bouncy castle and children's activities
🍔 BBQ, cakes, teas, coffees and a bar
🎟 Raffles and our famous boozy tombola
🐾 Behind-the-scenes tours with CASVets
❤️ Learn more about the animals in our care and how you can support them

Whether you're bringing the family, meeting friends or spending the day with your four-legged companion, there's something for everyone.

📍 Cheltenham Animal Shelter, Gardners Lane
🕛 12 noon – 4:30pm
🎟 FREE ENTRY

As we get ready for the big day, we'd also be grateful for donations of cakes for our tearoom and unopened bottles for our boozy tombola.

We can't wait to see you there!

PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately, we are unable to use the school field in Gardners Lane for parking this year, but we have been granted permission to use the Prince of Wales Stadium car park which is a short walk from the Shelter. To find the parking, head along Tommy Taylors Lane and turn into Price Regent Street where you will see the car parks on your left and right. The postcode is GL50 4RN. We will have parking on-site for stallholders and disabled guests only.

18/06/2026

ve-year-old Tiga is a lovely, gentle boy looking for a quieter home where he can be the only pet. He can be a little shy when meeting new people, but once he settles, he enjoys plenty of fuss and attention.

Tiga loves the simple things in life – tasty treats, relaxing in a sunny windowsill, and watching the world go by. He would really enjoy having access to a secure enclosed garden where he can safely spend time outdoors and soak up the sunshine.

Tiga is looking for an adult-only home where he can settle at his own pace and enjoy a calm, comfortable life - email 👉 [email protected] 👈 to apply or find out more.

To see all our pets waiting to be adopted, visit 👉 www.gawa.org.uk.

17/06/2026

Seven-year-old Nala is a stunning Husky - full of character, intelligence, and charm, she is sure to bring plenty of joy and laughter to her future home.

Nala loves exploring the great outdoors and approaches every walk like an exciting adventure, taking in all the sights and scents along the way. When the mood strikes, she enjoys playful zoomies and treats everyone to her classic Husky antics and cheerful commentary.

She forms strong bonds with her favourite people and greets them with incredible enthusiasm, making it clear just how much they mean to her. Nala also has a soft spot for tasty treats, which are a great way to win her affection.

Nala is looking for an adult-only home where she can be the only pet. She will need a secure garden and patient owners who can continue building her confidence, particularly around handling and spending time alone.

If you're looking for a loyal, entertaining companion with plenty of personality, Nala could be the perfect match - email 👉 [email protected] 👈 to apply or find out more.

To see all our pets waiting to be adopted, visit 👉 www.gawa.org.uk

17/06/2026

The Education Team here at the Shelter has been busy working with educators, schools, and child-based settings to help teach children about dog safety and bite prevention.

Our fun, interactive, and age-appropriate sessions are delivered at your setting, helping children stay safe and confident around dogs. 🐾

Here’s what some recent attendees had to say:
💬 “Thank you so much — the children absolutely loved the session.”
💬 “Both classes enjoyed the sessions and there was a great level of interaction for our young people.” 💬 “Thank you so much for coming into school and delivering such engaging and informative assemblies. The children really enjoyed the sessions, and it was lovely to see how captivated they were by the messages around pet safety and responsible ownership.”

Why not book a visit for your school or setting today?

📩 Contact us at [email protected] to learn more or arrange a session!

16/06/2026

Meet one-year-old Derek and Luca, a charming pair of boys looking for a home together.

These confident youngsters love exploring their enclosure and are always keen to see what’s going on around them. Friendly and sociable, they enjoy spending time with their carers and are more than happy to receive plenty of fuss and attention.

Both boys are big fans of their food, especially their greens! Derek is the more adventurous of the two and likes to investigate absolutely everything, while Luca is a little more reserved at first but takes confidence from his best friend. Together they make a wonderfully entertaining duo and are sure to bring lots of fun and personality to their new home.

Derek and Luca could be suited to either an indoor or outdoor setup and will need a spacious enclosure where they can continue to live happily together - email 👉 [email protected] 👈 to apply or find out more.

To see all our pets waiting to be adopted, visit 👉 www.gawa.org.uk

16/06/2026

We have a couple of stallholder pitches available at our Summer Open Day on Saturday 4th July. It is £25 pitch fee + £25 deposit which is returned provided you attend and trade on the day.

We have a fun dog show, kids entertainment, BBQ, bar and stalls so it is a great afternoon.

More info and link to request a pitch

Join us for our summer open day for a day filled with entertainment, stalls, food, drinks, and, of course, our Fun Dog Show!

16/06/2026

🌱 Plants now available at our on-site Charity Shop! 🌱

A wonderful supporter has kindly donated a fantastic range of garden plants, now available to buy in our on-site charity shop! With prices ranging from just £1 to £5, they're a great way to brighten up your garden while supporting animals in need.

These plants won't be around for long, so pop in and see what treasures you can find!

🌼 Can you help us keep our plant stall blooming?
Plants are always incredibly popular with our customers, and we're always grateful for donations of healthy plants, seedlings, cuttings, and surplus garden plants.

🪴 We're also in need of empty plant pots of all sizes so we can pass them on to supporters who kindly grow and donate plants for us to sell.

If you'd like to donate plants or spare pots, please drop them into our charity shop. Every donation helps us raise vital funds for the animals in our care. 🐾

16/06/2026

Part-Time Dog Boarding Animal Care Assistants 🐾

We are looking for two enthusiastic and dedicated Part-Time Dog Boarding Animal Care Assistants to join our team.

Hours: 15 hours per week
Working pattern: Every other Saturday and Sunday, 08:30–16:45
Closing date: 22nd June 2026

This role would suit hardworking, conscientious individuals who enjoy working outdoors and are passionate about animal welfare. Full training will be provided.

Experience working within an animal welfare, rescue, or boarding environment, a proven track record of animal care and full UK driving licence are required. An immediate start is preferred.

A full job description and details of how to apply is available to download on our website 👉 www.gawa.org.uk/work-with-us

If you are passionate about providing excellent care for dogs and would like to be part of a dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you.

15/06/2026

Cheltenham Animal Shelter will be at Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival for all three days, offering delicious treats and one-of-a-kind toys for your pets.

We’ll also be showcasing some of our animals looking for their forever homes and sharing ways you can make a difference.

Pop by our stall for a chat with our team about all things animal and we will have some super treats for you and your pets including:
⭐Enter our raffles to win fab prizes
⭐Dog drinking station
⭐Dog treats, p**p bags and accessories
⭐Information about animals for adoption

📅Friday – drop in behaviour advice
Between 12-4pm we have available a dog behaviour drop-in clinic, where you can chat with our qualified Behaviourists about any issues you may be experiencing with your dog. Alongside this, we’ll be running a fun dog scent game workshop.

📅Saturday – fun dog show
Be sure to join us on Saturday for the exciting dog show, where the top three winners will receive a rosette and special doggie goody bag!

Dog show spaces are limited so pre-register now to secure your place 👉www.gawa.org.uk/event/cheltenham-food-and-drink-festival

📅Sunday – vet physio advice
From 12–4pm, come and meet Natalie, a fully qualified veterinary physiotherapist who provides home visits for animals of all sizes across Gloucestershire.

Natalie specialises in post-operative rehabilitation, supporting animals with existing conditions, and helping to maintain overall fitness and wellbeing. She’ll be offering dog assessments, along with expert advice and practical tips to support your pet’s health.

PLEASE NOTE - you will need an entry ticket to the Food and Drink Festival to access our dog zone and the dog show. Buy online at www.cheltenhamfooddrinkfestival.co.uk or on the day from the box office.