
Help Our Paws: Support Cats in Need

Your support is crucial to provide them with the care and support they need.
- £3
Could feed a cat for a day
- £21
Could feed a cat for a week
- £84
Could feed a cat for a month

Help Our Paws: Support Dogs in Need

Your support is crucial to provide them with the care and support they need.
- £5
Could feed a dog for a day
- £35
Could feed a dog for a week
- £140
Could feed a dog for a month
We couldn’t be there for the cats and dogs who need us without your fundraising efforts.
Fundraise your way or dive into one of our exciting fundraising events and help us put the ‘fun’ into fundraising! Every bit you raise makes a massive impact, helping dogs and cats in desperate need of a second chance. Your support means the world to us—without you, none of this would be possible! Whether you’re running, baking, or hosting your own quirky event, every pound you raise brings these animals one step closer to the loving home they deserve. Let’s make a difference, have fun, and create some wagging tails along the way!

Every Purchase Supports Rescue Pets!
Treat your pets, pamper yourself, or find the perfect gift for a loved one—all while supporting rescue animals. You can even buy something special for the animals in our care! Every purchase helps provide food, shelter, and care for dogs and cats in need, giving them the best chance at finding a forever home. By shopping with us, you’re playing a part in transforming the lives of homeless pets, one gift at a time.
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In Loving Memory of Jackie Cain
It is with heavy hearts that we share the incredibly sad news that our dear friend and long-standing volunteer, and dedicated fosterer Jackie Cain, passed

Nessa’s Happy Tail
Last December, a litter of six tiny Huntaway cross puppies arrived at Rain Rescue in desperate need of help. They were weak, lethargic, and heartbreakingly

New for 2025…
We Have Some Exciting News to Share! As a charity that relies on donations, we’re always looking for new and exciting ways to raise funds and

Keeping Your Cats and Dogs Safe This Spring and Easter
As the days get longer and the flowers start to bloom, we are reminded of the beauty of spring. The season brings a fresh start,
Latest News From Rain Rescue

It is with heavy hearts that we share the incredibly sad news that our dear friend and long-standing volunteer, and dedicated fosterer Jackie Cain, passed away on Thursday, 3rd April 2025. Jackie has been a part of the Rain Rescue family for many years, and her loss is deeply felt by us all. She was a kind, selfless, and quietly strong woman who gave so much of herself to the animals in our care. Over the years, she opened her heart and home to countless cats — particularly those who found cattery life overwhelming — offering them a safe place to rest, heal, and feel loved.
She had a special way with the shy and struggling cats, the mums with litters, and those who needed just a little more time and patience. Jackie gave them that, and so much more. Beyond fostering, she was also a dedicated volunteer at the centre, always ready to lend a hand, support the team, and do whatever was needed — without fuss or fanfare, just with love.
Her compassion and unwavering commitment have left a lasting mark on our charity. She gave so much, and we are endlessly grateful for every moment she spent with us, and every life she helped transform. Her memory will live on in the many animals she helped, the friendships she made, and the lasting impact she had on all of us. We take comfort knowing that her legacy of love and care will continue to inspire and guide us as we carry on the work she was so passionate about. She will be so dearly missed by everyone here — her fellow volunteers, fosterers, staff, and the animals whose lives she changed forever.
We offer our heartfelt condolences to everyone who knew and loved Jackie, and we will be forever grateful for all she has done for us,
CEO Trisha Spargo, Board of Trustees, and all the staff and volunteers at Rain Rescue

Last December, a litter of six tiny Huntaway cross puppies arrived at Rain Rescue in desperate need of help. They were weak, lethargic, and heartbreakingly frail. These weren’t the bouncy, excitable puppies you’d expect to see. Their little bodies were thin, their ribs clearly visible beneath delicate, fragile skin. Their bellies were swollen from a severe worm infestation, a sign of the difficult start they had endured before finding their way to us.
Despite their condition, we saw hope in their eyes. We named them Elphaba, Glinda, Nessa, Oz, Munchkin, and Fiyero, inspired by Wicked, the movie lighting up cinemas at the time. But there was nothing magical about the way they arrived in our care. These tiny souls had been through so much already, and their fight for survival had only just begun.
These puppies should have been discovering the world with endless curiosity, their tails wagging, their paws clumsily exploring everything in sight. Instead, they barely had the energy to lift their heads. When they first arrived, we made sure they were seen by our vet immediately. We offered round-the-clock support and, most importantly, gave them the warmth and love they had been missing.
Slowly but surely, they regained their strength. The sparkle returned to their eyes, and they became the playful, curious puppies they were always meant to be. Once they were healthy and strong, we set out to find their forever homes. Puppies are often adopted quickly, and we were right, five of them had found their new families without hesitation. But sweet Nessa… she had no interest, no applications, and no home to call her own. Day after day, one by one, each of her siblings set off to their new homes. While we were overjoyed for them, we just couldn’t understand why Nessa was still here. It broke our hearts to see her waiting, with no one yet to choose her.
One week passed. Then two. As the days went by, we couldn’t help but worry for her. Puppies like Nessa should be learning, growing, and forming bonds with their families during these crucial early months. While she waited, we made sure she felt all the love in the world—our team showered her with cuddles, belly rubs, and endless care. Like every dog here at Rain Rescue, we treated Nessa as if she were our own, but we knew deep down that what she truly longed for was a family to call her own. We poured our hearts into finding her the perfect home, sharing videos of her playful, clever nature and posting heartfelt appeals online. Still, no applications came in—until one day, everything changed. A wonderful family reached out. Their application was full of love, hope, and excitement about giving Nessa the life she deserved. When they met her at the centre, it was love at first sight.
Watching Nessa walk away with her new family and her tail wagging, was a moment of pure joy.
This is why we do what we do. It’s not just about rescuing animals—it’s about giving them a chance at a better life. Animals like Nessa, who have been through so much, deserve to experience love, warmth, and a place to call home. We watch them struggle, wait, and hope, knowing that each day they spend with us is one step closer to their happy ending. Every rescue, every story, every heart touched by the kindness of others is why we keep doing this work. We are here to ensure that every animal, no matter how long it takes, gets their chance at happiness.

We Have Some Exciting News to Share!
As a charity that relies on donations, we’re always looking for new and exciting ways to raise funds and support our vital rescue work. So, what better way to expand our fundraising offerings than by introducing the ultimate thrill-seeker’s challenge? Skydives!
Why Skydives Are Great for Charities
Skydiving is not just an adventure; it’s a fundraising phenomenon! Here’s why:
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Thrills and excitement: Skydiving attracts those who love adrenaline, making it a unique and exciting way to fundraise. It’s the kind of challenge that motivates people to push their limits for a cause they believe in – like Rain Rescue!
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Unforgettable experiences: Participants will take part in an experience they’ll remember forever. The sense of achievement after freefalling from 15,000 ft is immense, and knowing they’ve raised money for rescue animals makes it even more meaningful.
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Community spirit: Skydiving events bring people together for an adrenaline-filled day of fun, fundraising, and personal triumph. It’s a chance to bond with other supporters and share an amazing experience, all while raising funds to help animals in need.
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A great way to raise big funds: The minimum sponsorship target of £500 helps us reach our goals. A skydive isn’t just about the leap – it’s about making a huge impact on the lives of dogs and cats who’ve faced the hardest of times.
So, with this exciting addition to our fundraising portfolio, we’re giving you the chance to make a real difference and take the ultimate leap for our rescue animals.
The Challenge: Jump from 15,000 feet!
Feel the rush of 125mph freefall followed by a peaceful 5-minute canopy ride with breathtaking views of North Lincolnshire. Imagine the thrill of diving through the air while knowing you’re helping to rescue cats and dogs in desperate need.
To register your interest in our skydive challenge, click here.
2025 dates:
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Saturday 30th August
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Friday 19th September
Find out more about our skydives here
Challenge yourself. Champion their cause. Change their future.
See What Our Supporters Have to Say
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I adopted my two from rain rescue in August 2023. It was a super smooth process and the staff were so great at supporting me. I'd never had cats before, but I randomly fell in love with two kittens when I'd taken my friends to meet a cat they wanted to adopt. Every member of staff was super helpful with advice, leaflets, product recommendations etc to help me give the kittens the best I could. Here they are a year later, fully grown and happy as anything! Couldn't recommend this rescue more!
Ashleigh Thatcher
September 3, 2024Rain Rescue were immensely supportive during our adoption process. We met our 14 year old cat and was given all of the information regarding her previous health check-ups and behaviour. Rain Rescue was a fantastic shelter to adopt from, would highly recommend!
Pippa Lucken
July 18, 2024 -
After first meeting Chica (now Olive) the adoption at Rain Rescue was straightforward and Jess was so friendly and helpful. And of course the 4 weeks Petplan insurance that was included in the adoption fee was a big help so we can just concentrate on making our new fur baby at home.
Tracy Griffin
July 6, 2024We adopted our beautiful cat Eddie from Rain Rescue, we found him through their website and were able to meet him soon after. The site is really well kept and the animals are very well looked after by the staff and volunteers who clearly love and care for the animals. We were told everything they knew about Eddie and given the time and space to meet him in a calm environment. When we picked him up we were given a months insurance and lots of food and treats to get him started. They also let us take home the bed and blankets he liked while he was there so he had some home comforts. They checked up on us to make sure Eddie was a good match and settled in, offering help and advice if we needed it. We really recommend Rain Rescue and would like to say a huge thank you for our lovely Eddie and I'm sure he would too.
Philippa Love
June 30, 2024 -
The ladies at Rain Rescue are really nice and it's obvious that the cats are well loved after and loved. We would like to say a big thank you to Rain Rescue for bringing Ozzie (Finn) into our lives, he's such a character and we love him so very much.
Laina Knight
May 26, 2024We had a great experience with Rain Rescue. All of the staff were really friendly and informative when we visited and rescued Conker. We are really grateful to everyone that helped look after Conker whilst we were still trying to find her. Thank you!
Zoe Parsons
May 24, 2024 -
The adoption process was so easy with Rain Rescue. I filled in my adoption form and included some photos of my house and was contacted within a few minutes. A meeting was set up with the foster carer at a time that suited both of us. Great in keeping in touch throughout the process, a wonderful rescue doing amazing work for rescue animals.
Nicola Everall
May 14, 2024The process was very easy and I could tell the animals was all put at best interest. Items supplied by rain help greatly help with our new cat icy adjusting to his new environment and is now happily part of the family.
Brendan Gallacher
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The process was very easy and I could tell the animals was all put at best interest. Items supplied by rain help greatly help with our new cat icy adjusting to his new environment and is now happily part of the family.
Brendan Gallacher
May 14, 2024We adopted Eddie (was Cinnamon) 3 weeks ago from Rain. From the first visit, we were very impressed with just how well cared for these animals are. The whole adoption process was done with Eddie’s wellbeing as priority. The staff are friendly and welcoming. I would highly recommend Rain Rescue.
Laura Watkinson
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From our first contact with Rain rescue, our adoption process has been very smooth and orderly. We collected the kittens directly from their foster home nearly 4 weeks ago now and everything has gone so well since. Bertie and Betty have completed our family and bring more joy and love to our home. They are brilliant with the kids and provide us all with the best cuddles. We could not be happier. Thank you
Ciara Lambert
March 20, 2024Adopting Dora has been such an easy process, the team at Rain Rescue are so friendly and helpful. When we went to meet Dora for the first time she was in a spacious catio and was really well looked after. She has become a great addition to our family and would definitely adopt from Rain Rescue again. Thank you!
Lucy Roberts
March 11, 2024 -
I thought I’d pop in to say a big thank you for changing our lives recently with Frank, he’s a loving, caring & intelligent dog that just loves lots of company and plenty of belly rubs, he would not have been the dog he is if it was not for all your input, time and love you showed him. Since Frank has become part of the family we have shared some wonderful times already, whether that be enjoying Xmas, sun bathing or going for wonderful walks in the countryside or on the beech. Thank you to all of yourselves and we look forward visiting yourselves throughout the up and coming years xxx
Barry Disley
March 6, 2024Milly has really settled into her new home. I had a great experience at Rain. They really listened and helped me find the type of cat I was looking for. They were very welcoming and made the whole experience great.
Lauren Clifford
March 6, 2024 -
Our experience with the adoption of our beautiful girl Willow was a very good one, the staff were very knowledgeable, supportive, friendly and helpful during our visit and gave us as much time as we needed with each cat to make sure we were the right match for each other. I have emailed Rain Rescue on a couple of occasions to ask questions about Willow and they have been answered in the same day, they always have time for you. I would recommend Rain Rescue to anyone wishing to adopt a cat.
Sharon
February 14, 2024Visited with my Mum who had recently lost a feline friend and wanted another companion. Staff were very helpful and polite. Very welcoming and knowledgeable. Couldn't have given s better service start to finish
Andy Ramsden
January 8, 2024 -
I’ve been so impressed by Rain Rescue from start to finish of the adoption process. We were aware that kittens are very popular but they got in touch with us really promptly after our enquiry and arranged a visit straight away. Their communication was clear and quick throughout and all the staff we interacted with were super helpful. At the shelter itself, the cats have lots of space (including an amazing play catio!) and we had a great time meeting our kitten to make sure she was right for us. The reservation and collection process went really smoothly and it was clear how much the staff enjoy their work and care for the animals. Our kitten came to us fully vaccinated, spayed and with a month of pet insurance so we had nothing to worry about. She was already well litter trained and well socialised. She adapted really well to living with us and is such a bundle of joy to live with! Rain Rescue have since followed up with us a couple of times to check in on how she’s doing and offering support and advice if we needed it — we haven’t, but it’s amazing to know it’s there. I’d recommend adopting via Rain Rescue to anyone looking for a new pet. They’re brilliant!
Daisy Hughes
January 8, 2024What a great experience for adopting a cat ..staff were awesome facilities exceptional and great work they are doing
Jason Buerman
January 8, 2024 -
Lovely rescue centre. Very enthusiastic staff. Rescued to ex racing greyhounds from here earlier in the year.
Lorraine Cottingham
January 8, 2024Absolutely wonderful re-homing centre. Very friendly and helpful people who really care. Strongly recommended
Simon Leaf
January 8, 2024