Paws for Christmas

Give the Gift of Hope!

Help us continue our mission to support animals in need this Christmas!

As costs continue to steeply rise, demand for our rescue services has grown dramatically. Every day, more animals require our care, many through no fault of their own but as victims of challenging circumstances. Now more than ever, we need your support to ensure we can keep providing a safe haven for animals in need, both now and in the future.

This year has been one of our busiest yet. Despite the challenges, our team works tirelessly, 365 days a year - including through the festive season - to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals. From pets left homeless after their owners have passed away to animals surrendered due to rising veterinary costs, we’ve provided love, care, and a second chance to hundreds of animals.

Between January and November 2024 alone, we’ve rehomed hundreds of animals - including an incredible 500+ cats!

How You Can Help

For the animals in our care, all they want this Christmas is a loving home. Until that day comes, it’s our job to ensure they’re safe, happy, and cared for - and we can’t do it without you.

Here’s how you can help:

1. Donate Supplies from Our Christmas Wishlist

Support us by donating essential items. You can drop them off at our centre (10 am–4 pm daily) or order directly from our Amazon Wishlist for convenience. Here’s what we need most:

Dogs:

Quality dog food (e.g. Butchers Tripe, Harringtons, Forthglade - no fish) / Gastro/sensitive food
Durable dog toys (e.g. KONG), waterproof coats, fleece blankets
Poop bags and puppy pads

Cats & Kittens:

Wet food pouches, sensitive dry biscuits, wood pellet litter
Gastro/sensitive food
Small/medium fleece blankets

Rabbits & Guinea Pigs:

Good quality food e.g. Excel, Selective, or Burgess food
Quality natural treats

Cleaning Supplies:

Ethical (cruelty-free) cleaning products inc. washing powder, strong bin bags – no bleach!
Kitchen roll, vinyl gloves, blue roll

Health & Vet Supplies:

Vet bedding, Zylkene, Feliway, and Adaptil
Sterillium hand disinfectant, cotton wool

We are OK for toys and treats!!

2. Christmas Raffle – Win a festive hamper worth £200!

Enter our Christmas Raffle for a chance to win a luxurious, vegan-friendly festive hamper packed with goodies and treats (see picture above) - all worth around £200!

Tickets are only £1 each! Here’s how you can buy your tickets:

Online Donations: Donate via PayPal, Text, BACS, or JustGiving (see below), and email proof of your donation to jacquie@warringtonanimalwelfare.org.uk. We’ll email you your raffle numbers.
Through Our Volunteers: If you know a WAW volunteer, they can provide you with tickets.
PayPal: Send your payment to info@warringtonanimalwelfare.org.uk and include a screenshot of your payment with your message.
In Person: Visit our rehoming centre on Slutchers Lane to buy your tickets directly.

All proceeds will go directly to helping the animals at WAW during this challenging time.

Important Details:

Raffle Draw Date: Sunday, 22 December 2024
Winner Notification: The lucky winner will be contacted on the same day.
Prize Collection: Winners must be over 18 and collect the prize from our Warrington centre.

3. Make a monetary donation

Financial donations have the greatest impact and allow us to provide urgent care when it’s needed most. You can contribute in several ways:

Cheque: Payable to Warrington Animal Welfare, Slutchers Lane, Bank Quay, Warrington, WA1 1NA
Online: Via JustGiving or Charity Checkout (Donate)
PayPal: Use info@warringtonanimalwelfare.org.uk
Bank Transfer: Natwest, Sort Code: 60-20-29, Account No: 46781110
Text to Donate:
£1: Text NEUT001 to 70201
£3: Text NEUT001 to 70331
£5: Text NEUT001 to 70970
£10: Text NEUT001 to 70191

4. Donate in lieu of a Christmas gift

Not sure what to get the animal lover in your life? Make a donation in their name! We’ll send you a WAW Gift Voucher to give to your recipient, showing that your gift has made a difference to animals in need. To arrange, email jacquie@warringtonanimalwelfare.org.uk by 18 December 2024 with:

Your name
Donation amount (minimum £5, with proof of payment)
Your address (for the certificate)

5. Become a Friend of Warrington Animal Welfare

Join us with a regular monthly donation to ensure long-term support for animals in need.

Thank You for Being a Part of Our Journey! Your generosity makes it possible for us to provide shelter, care, and love to animals throughout the year. This Christmas, let’s come together to ensure no animal is left behind.

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