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Featured Animals

Whiskey and Brandy

Whiskey and Brandy

We're Brandy and Whisky, 7 ½ year old sweet little Jack Russells. We are brother and sister so MUST be homed together. We're a friendly, easy going, affectionate and playful pair who will make great companions. We love our walks and then snuggling on the sofa! We are generally social with other dogs though looking for a home where we will be the only resident dogs. We're not keen on cats! We could live with calm older children and be good with visiting younger children who are gentle.

Reserved Mrs White

Mrs White

Mrs White is a spayed doe, who is about 3 years old. She is looking for a home with a companion and is a very sweet rabbit. She is very curious and loves hanging out in her garden. For more information please contact the small animals section.

Reserved Freya

Freya

Freya is a new arrival. For more information please contact the small animals section.

Squeak

Squeak

Squeak is 1 year old Russian hamster. He is very shy often 'screaming' if startled. Squeak needs a home with an experienced hamster owner who will be able to build his confidence slowly to get him used to being handled. He is very curious and answers to his nickname. . Please enquire to small animals if you are interested in offering him a home.

Topic, Twix and Rolo

Topic, Twix and Rolo

Topic, Twix and Rolo are three male gerbils who are about 2 1/2 years old. They are very playful and are a pleasure to watch. For more information please contact the small animals department.

Bolt

Bolt

Hi there, I'm Bolt, a strikingly handsome 1 year old male Lurcher. I'm a cheeky boy and very athletic, I can run faster than any of my friends! I need training but during my first training session I learnt to sit and lie-down so I guess I'm clever as well as good looking! I can be scared of other dogs at first but will make friends and play nicely so I could live with another medium to large dog. I can be bouncy so any children in the home need to be older and I'm not really suited to live with cats or small furies.

Rehomed Vic and Bob

Vic and Bob

Hello, our names are Vic and Bob and we are both 10 years old. We have always been together so we are looking for someone to adopt us as a pair. Sadly our owners could no longer keep us as they were moving into a flat where animals were not allowed. Both of us can be nervous until we get to know you but we are both very loving especially Bob. I am more independant and prefer attention on my terms. I am also more adventurous than Bob and like going outside. We are both mainly white with some black markings and we will need sun screen on our ears in the summer. We are looking for a home without other animals and with adults only. Handsome aren't we, please choose us!

Oracle and Claudius

Oracle and Claudius

Oracle and Claudius are a pair of boar guinea pigs who are about 5-6 years old. They have been used to lots of fuss and attention so a similar home would suit them best. They have lots of character although they can be a little shy. Please enquire to small animals if you are interested in offering them a home or would like more information.

Jessica, Gina and Douglas

Jessica, Gina and Douglas

Jessica, Gina and Douglas are three very special guinea pigs. Douglas is the head of the group and is a neutered boar of 4 years. Gina and Jessica are two sows who are also 4 years old. Gina is very special because she is at least partially blind, caused we believe at birth. Because of this and the fact that these three are older guineas they will need an experienced home as extra considerations need to be taken in caring for them. Despite all this these three all have very gentle characters and love a fuss as well as their food. They are also very vocal.

Geese

Geese

From time to time we have geese looking for pet homes. Wendy, head of sanctuary would like to hear from you if you are able to offer a home. If nothing is available at the time, she will keep your name on file.

Ducks

Ducks

From time to time we have ducks looking for pet homes. Wendy, head of sanctuary would like to hear from you if you are able to offer a home. If nothing is available at the time, she will keep your name on file.

Chickens

Chickens

From time to time we have ex-battery hens looking for pet homes. You may be lucky and get an egg or two, but they are first and foremost family pets. Wendy, head of sanctuary would like to hear from you if you are able to offer a home. If nothing is available at the time, she will keep your name on file.

Mice

Mice

We currently have many friendly male mice seeking new homes. They are all very inquisitive and love fuss and interaction so please if anyone is interested in giving some loveable characters a new home, please contact small animals.

Beano & Dandy

Beano & Dandy

Beano and Dandy are a pair of male chinchillas who are about 5 years old. Beano and Dandy are a very strange pair of chinchillas as they show a clear dislike of people by ‘barking’ at anyone who goes near them. Beano and Dandy may have had a bead experience with people so need a home with experienced chinchilla owners who could work on this problem but will give them the time to come round if it is needed. For more information please contact small animals.

Pandora & Nimrod

Pandora & Nimrod

Pandora and Nimrod are neutered buck and spayed doe who are 4 and 2 years old. Pandora and Nimrod are a very shy pair of rabbits who can be very reluctant in interacting with people they don’t know. Once they get used to people it becomes clear that they each have very individual charecters and are a very charming pair of rabbits to watch and interact with. They preferably need a adult only home or one with older children as they are very shy and are not easly one over but once they like someone they will be your friends for life.

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China

I’m a pretty 18 month old Staffie, who can be a little bashful but quickly get to know people and then enjoy cuddles galore from new friends. I’m pretty sociable with other dogs – even when they’re cheeky or unfriendly and can even maintain my cool if they try to nip me! My breed has a reputation for sound temperament and I think with inner and outer beauty I could be a happy addition to your family and make you a faithful companion. I love playing rather than being tough – I have impeccable behaviour on my lead and I’m known here for being a steady, sweet girl. My gentle personality will help me to settle easily with older children and make me a great pal for you! It could also make me a good friend for a male dog (so, if you already have a dog you could bring him up to say hello). I’m getting a bit fed up with kennel life and want to be special to someone who wants me as much as I want that happy home.

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    We will be holding ‘In Conversation with Morgan Williams’ events here at Raystede with transport provided for those who require it. Set in the Yurt in our beautiful...

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    May 31, 2012

    Drop-in with your little treasures for a morning of singing, signing, sensory games and new experiences which will help them develop in to little animal lovers. 10-11.30am...

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    Jun 2, 2012

    We are bag packing (and collecting donations!) at Tesco's, Crowborough on Saturday 2nd June and Saturday 1st December - do come along and say 'hello'!. We always...

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    Jun 6, 2012

    Raystede invites all animal lovers who are between 13 - 17 years old to spend a day helping us out! Lead by our friendly team, young people will gain an insight into what it is...

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    Jun 7, 2012

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  • Car Boot Sale

    Jun 10, 2012

    Monthly Charity Car Boot Sale. Pitches £5 per car, £8 small van (up to transit size). Open to the public 10am-2pm. Stall set up 9am. No food/drink stalls please as we have...

  • Summer Festival

    Jun 24, 2012

    Our annual Summer celebrations at Raystede. Live bands playing throughout the day, stalls and stands, beer tent, BBQ, children's entertainment, fun dog show and...

  • So... you are thinking about...

    Jul 7, 2012

    Friendly, helpful session for families considering a new pet. Please call in advance to let us know you will be coming. 10am - 3pm FREE

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    Jul 8, 2012

    Monthly Charity Car Boot Sale. Pitches £5 per car, £8 small van (up to transit size). Open to the public 10am-2pm. Stall set up 9am. No food/drink stalls please as we have...

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