## Annual Trustees’ Report Garbo’s German Shepherd Dog Rescue Charity Registration No. 1142451 Year Ending 31/10/2025 ## Introduction the German Shepherd Dog Rescue for the year ending 31st October 2025. Our mission remains to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome German Shepherds in need across the region, ensuring each dog receives compassionate care, security and a second chance of happiness. There has been very little respite from the constant demands of Shepherds being surrendered by their owners, not just to rescue but to vets, the police and the local authorities and sadly the numbers in the stray pounds continue to rise. A vast number of the dogs come to us in dire need of medical treatment, most of them are unschooled and many of them are scared and confused. Therefore, our aim “to be there for every GSD that needs our help” couldn’t be paramount in the current climate. ## Charitable Objectives The charity’s primary objectives are to rescue German Shepherd dogs from neglect, abandonment, or mistreatment; provide medical attention and behavioural support; and find appropriate placements, whether this is a secure, responsible, loving home or a working role for every single dog in our care. In addition, we strive to educate the public on responsible ownership and breed-specific needs, promoting animal welfare throughout our community. ## Year in Review - **Rescues and Rehoming:** Over the course of the year, we successfully rescued 89 German Shepherds, with 76 finding permanent homes and 15 remaining under our ongoing care, awaiting suitable placement. We also have 5 permanent residents. GGSDR would like to thank Heathrow Boarding Kennels (Dorie, Tracy and Corrine), Sue and Keith, Jane Gipps, Hammerpond Kennels and Star Kennels for always being there for our surrendered dogs. - **Veterinary Care:** All rescued dogs received comprehensive health checks, vaccinations, microchipping, and, where necessary, treatment for illnesses or injuries. We are partnered with several local veterinary practices, ensuring our dogs received the best possible care and most with a small discount. We also continue to cover the costs for dogs that have been adopted with pre-existing conditions and continue to assist with the costs of neutering, when required. - **Fundraising and Community Outreach:** Through numerous fundraising events, online campaigns, and generous donations from members and supporters, we raised vital funds enabling us to continue with our mission with the majority of funds spent on veterinary bills, food, shelter, and transport costs. Our annual attendance at Crufts at the NEC on 9[th] March was a great success and as usual it was lovely to see so many of our friends / supporters. Our partnership with the Pets Foundation continues to flourish and we are now partnered with three Pets at Home stores, Maidenhead, Staines and Street. We really appreciate the opportunity this gives our rescue, not only to fundraise but also by giving us a platform to raise awareness of the aims of our small but extremely active charity. We are enormously grateful for the pallets of food that we receive on a regular basis as this enables us to keep costs to a minimum. Just as this was going to print, we have received confirmation of a grant to assist with our kennelling and veterinary costs of £20,000… A huge THANK YOU to the Pets Foundation. Thank you also to the Prowting Charitable Foundation for their kind grant towards one of our biggest costs, vet bills. However, on a sad note, Marcia Harris of Sussex Pet Rescue died last September (2025). Marcia was a constant supporter of GGSDR, a loyal and loving friend, whom we shall miss so much. She and her team have kept us financially afloat, time and time again, allowing us to continue to say “yes” to every GSD that needs us. grateful but saddened by the loss of our friends and members. that is ULEZ compliant. Pat Devaney, we simply cannot thank you enough. With the use of three vans for the rescue, we really are spoilt for choice and it makes management of the rescues with vet trips and training, so much easier. - **Volunteer Involvement:** GGSDR would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our wonderful volunteers. There are so many duties / aspects in rescue that need covering: dog walkers, dog training partners, homecheckers, transporters, fosterers, fundraisers… the list goes on and on. We value every individual’s contribution immensely and without you, we simply could not continue ## Financial Overview The charity’s income for the year totalled £227,647, with expenditure amounting to £130,469. The majority of funds were allocated to kennelling costs and veterinary costs. All finances have been managed in accordance with the Charity Commission’s guidelines, and a full set of accounts is available upon request. ## Governance and Trustees ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. No trustee received remuneration or benefits during the year, and all decisions were made in the best interests of the charity and its beneficiaries, the dogs. ## Looking Ahead In the coming year, we hope to expand our network of volunteers and further develop our training and support programmes. We remain committed to upholding the highest standards of animal welfare and thank all supporters, volunteers, and partners for their invaluable contributions. ## Conclusion On behalf of the trustees, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported German Shepherd Dog Rescue throughout the year. Together, we have made a significant di�erence to the lives of these wonderful dogs, and we look forward to building on this success in 2026. ## **Garbo's German Shepherd Dog Rescue Annual Accounts** Charity Number: 1142451 |**Year Ending 31 October 2025**
**INCOME**
DONATIONS
MEMBERSHIP
GIFT AID
INTEREST
OTHER INCOME
**EXPENSES**
KENNEL FEES/ FOSTERING
VET FEES/ HEALTHCARE
PRINTING & POSTAGE
BANK CHARGES
INSURANCE
MARKETING
TRAVEL
OTHER EXPENSES
SURPLUS/ DEFICIT FOR THE YEAR
Funds at start of period
Surplus/ Deficit for year
Funds at close of period|**2024/25**
**222,341**
**2,720**
**-**
**1,395**
**1,191**
**227,647**
**71,542**
**39,701**
**2,557**
**132**
**719**
**1,181**
**7,929**
**6,708**
**130,469**
**97,178**
**68,562**
**97,178**
**165,740**|**2023/24**
84,394
2,720
9,234
107
180
96,635
55,296
41,230
2,884
173
543
289
2,907
1,566
104,889
8,254
-
-
68,562
68,562| |---|---|---| Year Endlng 31 October 2025 2024125 2023124 INCOME DONATIONS MEMBERSHIP GIFT AID INTEREST 222,341 2.720 84,394 2,720 9,234 107 180 96,635 1,395 1,191 227,647 OTHER INCOME EXPENSES KENNEL FEES/ F05TERING VET FEES/ HEALTHCARE PRINTING & POSTAGE BANK CHARGES INSURANCE MARKETING TRAVEL OTHER EXPENSES 71,542 39,701 2,557 132 55,296 41.230 2,884 173 543 289 2.907 1,566 104,889 719 1,181 7,929 6,708 130,469 SURPLUS/ DEFICIT FOR THE YEAR 97,178 8,254 Funds at start of period Surplus/ Deficit for year Funds at close of period 68,562 97,178 165,740 68,562 68.562 Independently exa agreed by Mrs Carlene A Fox Signed: Dated: