Keeping Dogs & People Together
Support before rehoming becomes necessary. If you’re facing difficult circumstances, there may be organisations, charities and practical support that can help you and your dog stay together safely.
Before you decide to rehome
Life can change unexpectedly. Financial pressure, housing problems, illness, bereavement or changes in family circumstances can make caring for a dog feel overwhelming.
Before making the difficult decision to rehome, it may be worth exploring the support available. Sometimes the right advice, practical help or temporary assistance is all that’s needed to keep dogs and people together.
If rehoming does become the right option, HomeWagger is here to help you do it safely, responsibly and with your dog’s welfare at the heart of every decision.
💬 Talk through your options
You don’t have to make this decision alone. Speaking to the right organisation or professional may help you explore practical solutions before considering rehoming.
- Behaviour advice
- Rescue guidance
- Qualified professionals
- Local support services
💷 Financial support
Practical support and organisations that may be able to help if you’re struggling with the cost of caring for your dog.
- Help with veterinary costs
- Financial hardship charities
- Emergency assistance
- Budgeting support
🥫 Pet food banks
If feeding your dog has become difficult, discover organisations providing emergency pet food support.
- Local pet food banks
- Community support
- Referral schemes
- Emergency food supplies
🏡 Temporary foster care
Sometimes a temporary foster home can help keep you and your dog together while you get back on your feet.
- Hospital admissions
- Temporary accommodation
- Crisis fostering
- Returning your dog home
🏠 Housing & homelessness
Information and organisations supporting people facing housing difficulties whilst caring for a dog.
- Pet-friendly housing
- Homelessness support
- Tenancy advice
- Temporary accommodation
🛡️ Domestic abuse support
Specialist organisations helping people escape domestic abuse without leaving their pets behind.
- Emergency pet fostering
- Safety planning
- Confidential advice
- Specialist charities
💙 Illness, hospital & bereavement
Support when illness, hospital stays or bereavement affect your ability to care for your dog.
- Hospital admissions
- Long-term illness
- Bereavement support
- Older owner support
🧭 Find the right support
Every situation is different. If you’re unsure where to begin, explore our trusted resources to help you find the guidance and organisations that best match your circumstances.
- Browse all resources
- Professional directory
- Practical guidance
- Safe rehoming advice
Sometimes rehoming is still the kindest option
Even after exploring every avenue of support, there are situations where rehoming may still be the safest and most compassionate decision for both you and your dog.
If that time comes, HomeWagger is here to help you find a suitable new home through a thoughtful, welfare-first process that puts your dog’s needs first.
Learn about safe rehoming →