Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best. Thats why we help every dog or cat in need whether its newly-born or getting on, cute or cute in its own way. Battersea has always been funded by public donations. It is thanks to the generosity of animal lovers everywhere that we have been able to protect the happiness and dignity of dogs and cats in Britain and beyond.