National Animal Sanctuaries Support League

National Animal Sanctuaries Support League The charity is now run by Pauline, fellow trustees and a group of dedicated volunteers. You can donate at the click of a button. Make out a standing order/.

This is the official page of NASSL

Anyone wishing to donate, please use this PayPal address
https://paypal.me/NASSLNewtonAycliffe?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB The National Animal Sanctuaries Support League reg charity no. 1024884 was established in 1993 by Ray Mackinlay and Pauline Wilson as founder trustees they worked together until the sad passing of Mr Mackinlay in 2019. NASSL is com

mitted to the welfare of all animals and operates a non destruction policy as well as a low cost neutering policy available to pet owners on low income. Our 'Alternative Project' started in 2003 offers a temporary safe haven for family pets stepping in in an emergency in cases such as families fleeing domestic abuse where they are unable to take their pet with them or homelessness or a stay in hospital where there is no one to care for the animal. The family pet(s) are then returned once the situation has been resolved. Through our pay pal account found on our page or web site nassl.co.uk

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Our Amazon wish list, found on our page

Sign up for a Pets at Home VIP card and name us as your chosen charity. (link to be added)

A one off donation can also be sent to the following address,

PO Box 42, Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham DL5 5JA




Legacies

NASSL receives no government funding, we rely on the generosity of our supporters, the kindness of the general public and ourselves. As an organisation we have always been active in fundraising, never resting on our laurels. The external support we receive is the icing on the cake and we are more than grateful for that support, indeed it pushes us to be more effective in our work with unwanted and abandoned animals.

This weekend, _alexjohnsonx took on the stage to raise awareness for NASSL and, for the second year running, placed 1st ...
23/06/2026

This weekend, _alexjohnsonx took on the stage to raise awareness for NASSL and, for the second year running, placed 1st runner up Miss Great Britain Newcastle as well as winning Miss Charity 2026 and Miss Photogenic 2026 👑

Alex got the chance to speak on stage to a room full of people about the work we do here at NASSL to spread the advocacy and bring awareness to the little animals we help as well as their owners.

Alex uses her platform and pageants to be able to shout about NASSL and bring money into our shelter so that we can continue the work we do to help the animals in our care 🤍

Well done Alex, and congratulations!🥂

We had a visit today from, Deanne, Tesco Community Champion in Bishop Auckland, but she did'ent come empty handed. Dea...
22/06/2026

We had a visit today from, Deanne, Tesco Community Champion in Bishop Auckland, but she did'ent come empty handed. Deanne brought a boot full of cat food and stuff to sell on our fundraising stalls.

Of course she could not resist having a cuddle with the new arrivals! and spent quite a bit of time with them.

We love Deanne's visits, she and Tesco are so supportive of NASSL and we are so thankful to them.

This little family came in on Friday, beautiful mammy cat and her 3 4wk old kittens are doing well after their ordeal.
22/06/2026

This little family came in on Friday, beautiful mammy cat and her 3 4wk old kittens are doing well after their ordeal.

A huge and most grateful thankyou to SoSad for their donation to our work. SosaD was created by a dedicated team of dog...
15/06/2026

A huge and most grateful thankyou to SoSad for their donation to our work.

SosaD was created by a dedicated team of dog and cat lovers getting together in 2008 to form a registered charity. Based in County Durham they have gone on to help thousands of animals from being put to sleep and find their forever home.

Thank you to trustees and volunteers, the donation will make a big difference to us.

Launching Mini’s Place!!🤍We’ve officially cleared out the area that will be designated to Mini’s Place, meaning the land...
11/06/2026

Launching Mini’s Place!!🤍

We’ve officially cleared out the area that will be designated to Mini’s Place, meaning the land is ready to be turned into something beautiful for our pregnant animals and their newborns, all in honour of little Mini and her babies 💗

We’re looking to begin the renovation for the mother and newborn nursery at the end of June and we’d be eternally grateful if anyone would would like to donate to help us get there.

The space will be dedicated to helping pregnant animals give birth in a safe and clean environment and bond with their newborns little ones. It will also give the newborns somewhere to begin their life with plenty of space and room to learn, have fun and bond with their mother.

Thank you so much to everyone who has supported our journey to Mini’s Place so far, we appreciate your kindness so much 🫶🏽

https://www.justgiving.com/page/minisplace?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

Puss Puss, waits patiently for his forever home. This lovely friendly calm boy is 10yrs old, he is in good health and i...
11/06/2026

Puss Puss, waits patiently for his forever home. This lovely friendly calm boy is 10yrs old, he is in good health and is looking for a family he can call his own.

Puss Puss has lived with other cats and would be an ideal companion for an already easy going cat in the family.

Puss Puss needs to be an indoor cat with a secure outside space such as a cat proof garden or a catio.

For more information on call us on 01388 311019.
M. 07748268822.

Puss Puss is in Hunwick, Bishop Auckland.

UPDATE ON FELIX.Our lovely boy Felix has been reserved and will be joining his new home very soon where he will continue...
05/06/2026

UPDATE ON FELIX.

Our lovely boy Felix has been reserved and will be joining his new home very soon where he will continue his cage rest for the next month. Felix has shown great resilience in the face of adversity and is doing so well after the terrible ordeal he has suffered. He is eating well and purring for England. He had his last check a few days ago and the vet was very pleased with his progress.

Felix will have two other cats for company and a safe outside space. We could not be happier.

Every picture tells a story and boy o boy does this little chap, Felix have a story to tell, a story of resilience and courage.

Hit by a car, dragged along by the car, sustaining terrible injures he still manged to drag himself to safety, his injuries so bad his left leg had to be amputated.

After a week convalescing in the vets he came to us. He is on 6weeks cage rest and all things considered he is doing remarkably well, his spirit is strong and we expect him to make a complete recovery and have a full and active life.

Pip has been in foster care now for 6 weeks. Her character is starting to shine through.She is 4 years old, loves her fo...
02/06/2026

Pip has been in foster care now for 6 weeks. Her character is starting to shine through.She is 4 years old, loves her food and enjoys her lick e Lix treats. As she is a semi longhaired cat, she is starting to feel comfortable being brushed. Pip, is looking for a home where she is the only pet, with someone who can spend time with her building up that special bond.
She will need to be an indoor cat, in an adult only home, with possibly older children.
But no small children. If you are interested in giving her a home, please message us directly or give us a call on 01388 311019 OR 07748268822

A huge thank you to Meynells Pet Shop (Richmond & Barnard Castle) and their generous customers for the donations of all...
02/06/2026

A huge thank you to Meynells Pet Shop (Richmond & Barnard Castle) and their generous customers for the donations of all things cat and dog!! We are very grateful for your continued support.

The crochet blankets are beautiful.

Five pairs of eyes staring at the camera frightened and bewildered.These little souls have just arrived after being take...
02/06/2026

Five pairs of eyes staring at the camera frightened and bewildered.

These little souls have just arrived after being taken out of a horrendous situation.

Hopefully, soon, they will start to relax and enjoy their spacious surroundings, time, patience and good food will hopefully pay off for these five and their lives in time can begin again in kind and loving homes.

There is a sixth cat, a beautiful ginger boy who came in at the same time but he is so traumatised we could not get a picture of him.

Address

NASSL, 10 Quarryburn Lane, Hunwick, Crook, Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL15ORE

Telephone

+441325321855

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