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2024-04-17-accounts

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 18[th] April 2023 Period start date; To 17[th] April 2024 Period end date:

Charity name: Lincs Dobermann Rescue

Charity registration number: 1172592

Objectives and Activities

SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document		 Para 1.17 1) the care and protection of Dobermanns
which are in need of care and attention by
reason of homelessness, maltreatment,
poor circumstances, ill-usage or similar
causes, and the prevention of cruelty to
and suffering among the Dobermann
breed.
2) the education of the public as to humane
principles and correct treatment of the
Dobermann breed.
Summary of the main
activities in relation to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or
services identified in the
accounts.		 Para 1.17 and
1.19		 Travel: following the initial rehoming
request, make contact with the dog’s owner
and arrange to collect or receive the dog
into the care of the Charity to ensure the
dog has a safe and secure environment.
Provision of a safe environment: by
means of care within a secure and safe
foster home or kennel location. Where
possible, we will also undertake a direct
rehome.
Rehabilitation: to work with the dogs in our
care to enable them to recover their trust in
people and to become able to adapt to their
new lifestyle, this may include training or
other specific areas of support.
Veterinary care: including but not limited to
veterinary checks, medication as required,
neutering, veterinary advice as required.
Rehoming: undertake home checks to
ensure the suitability of the adopter; travel
to the home with the dog to assess the
Adopters suitability; undertake a Meet &
Greet with all family members and other
dogs in the home at a secure field or at a
kennel location. The rehoming process may
take more than one visit, the dogs are able
to be returned to the Charity if the rehoming
doesn’t go according to plan. We also
provide details of a local trainer who can
help with any issues the adopter may find
during the settling in period. If the dog is
particularly challenging, we pay for the
services of a trainer to help and to give a
better chance of the Adopter being able to
keep the dog in the home.
Fundraising: through dog shows, events,
auctions, number boards, scratch cards,
merchandise sales, raffles, One Lottery in
order to raise awareness of the Rescue
and to raise funds to cover running costs.
Some of our members also donate on a
monthly basis by standing order.
Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit		 Para 1.18 Public Benefit: by educating the public
about the needs and correct and
responsible behaviours towards the
Dobermann breed, we assist adopting
families as well as the families who
surrender their dogs into our care.
We also help Dobermann owners who get
in contact with us if they are struggling with
behaviours by putting them in touch with
trainers local to them.
We provide a resource to support families
who need advice and guidance in relation
to elements of training for their Dobermann,
there is a dedicated section on our
Facebook Rehoming Group covering this.
We provide a Dog Assessment to all
potential Adopters prior to them having a
Meet & Greet with the dog, on the
Assessment we include the information on
the Rehoming Request as well as what we
have learned about the dog whilst in our
care.
Wherever possible, our Trustees will visit
families and their dogs in their home to try
to help and see if the dog can stay in the
current home rather than being
surrendered to Rescue. We have had some
success in this area which has been a win-
win for the family and their dog.
We also provide support/information and in
certain circumstances we will pay for the
first visit of a Trainer to a home even
though the dog isn’t a Lincs dog. We have
taken the view that it is better for all
concerned to keep the dog in the home if
the family will commit to working with the
Trainer to provide the structure the dog
needs and also to work on unwanted
behaviours the dog may have learned

through lack of structure. If a family is in crisis financially we have made the decision to help the family and provide food for their dog to help keep the dog in the home.

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You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: SORP reference Not applicable Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Not applicable Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Not applicable Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Not applicable Other

Achievements and Performance

SORP reference
Summary of the main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity’s work has made to
the circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benefits to society as a
whole.		 Para 1.20 The period of this report has seen the
Charity take in and rehome 74 dogs with 1
remaining in a foster home. We have
taken the decision to do a Direct Rehome
wherever practicable as this reduces
kennel time for the dogs. We continue to
have a good reputation which is a mixed
blessing as it means we receive many
rehoming requests, often for dogs which a
Rescue Charity would be unable to safely
rehome due to the dog having a bite history
or severe aggression. There seems to be
an increase in our being asked to take
younger dogs who are displaying the
“Terrible Teens” type of behaviours and the
owners are unable to manage this.
Additionally, issues faced by families
caused by the rising cost of living seems to
be contributing to the increased number of
rehoming requests received. When the
family circumstances change and the dog
is left alone, behavioural issues can often

occur. The Adopter profile has changed over the year with most adopters wanting easy dogs and, in some cases, they will not commit to putting in the effort required to integrate a Rescue dog into the home. Because of the marked change in the Adopter profile, we have made a considered decision to keep the number of dogs in our care at any one time to four. We do not want any dogs to languish in kennels whilst we wait for a suitable Adopter, Dobies do not do well in kennels and we prefer not to operate in this way if possible. Exceptions to this are in cases of emergency. We have also provided support for families who were originally aiming to rehome their dogs in the form of advice and/or training with the objective of keeping the dog in their home rather than surrendering their dog into Rescue. We are also offering to cover the cost of food for families who are struggling with the rising cost of living, at least in the short term in order that they are able to find a way to keep their dog in their home. When the dog is ready for rehoming our Rehoming Trustee completes an assessment including all the information provided by the former owner as well as what we know from the dogs’ time with us. This allows us to provide sufficient information to the potential adopter to enable them to understand the training they will need to carry on with/undertake when they take the dog into their home. She provides ongoing support to the adopter until the dog is settled in the home and we also provide and pay for a trainer to help the adopter and the dog to align with each other if necessary. The adopter also gets access to additional training resources via email and on our Rehoming Group to ensure that they have information to support the dogs Rehoming journey. We have the use of a Registered Kennel facility when our foster homes are not available; we do try to ensure that dogs in need of additional support have the benefit of a foster home rather than a kennel environment. For the older dogs, those that come to us malnourished or have specific medical needs or behavioural requirements, we would always endeavour to find a foster home.

The dogs in kennels are assessed prior to rehoming and a home check is undertaken. We use a Charity who have home checkers throughout the UK as logistically it isn’t possible for us to homecheck without their support. A member of the team is allocated to be the contact with each adoption to ensure that the adopter has a point of contact for any eventuality. We also provide training support to families which adopt / foster any of our dogs on request so that they can understand how to help the dog to enjoy a safe and secure forever home. There have been no serious incidents reported during the period of this return.

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Achievements against
objectives set
Para 1.41
Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set		 Para 1.41
Investment performance
against objectives		 Para 1.41
Other

Financial Review

Financial Review
Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period		 Para 1.21 Within this financial year, the Charity has
been received 2 legacies which have the
potential to significantly change the
opportunities going forward. The money
has been allocated across differing
accounts to comply with_fsca_guidelines.
The value of the legacies to date is
£134,773.
Total receipts across all other income
streams equated to £68,021.28. Adoption
Donations have been lower in this financial
year as we made the decision to reduce the
donation amount due to the impact of the
cost of living and also to reduce the number
of dogs coming into our care to avoid the
necessity of them going into kennels
without a home in the planning. As a result,
our kennel costs have decreased.
Veterinary and specialist training costs
have seen an increase.
Our small team of seven volunteer
fundraisers work tirelessly to raise money
for the Charity to help with the running
costs. We have not worked with a
professional fundraiser, nor have we
worked with any commercial participators
during the period of this return. We also
have a further eight unpaid volunteers who
assist with planning events, undertaking
homechecks, transporting dogs and
promoting the work of the Charity.
All Trustees and Volunteers are unpaid and
volunteer their time and expertise freely.
Out of pocket expenses, for example fuel
when transporting dogs, is paid at the fixed
rate of 40p per mile which is lower than the
rate designated by HMRC.
We are in a strong financial position going
into the next reporting period and we have
a strong reputational base to carry the
Charity forward
Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held		 Para 1.22 It is our policy to hold free, non- restricted
funds that can be utilised to achieve our
future aims and objectives. Given that we
have a significant amount of money in
reserve, we are seeking ways to ensure
that the Charity has a consolidated
foundation to grow. We ensure that we
hold a risk reserve to protect ourselves
against a fall in income levels as well as to
enable us to provide funding for new
initiatives or opportunities to develop the
Charity further.
Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 The Charity currently holds £208,667.85 in
reserve.
Reasons for holding zero
reserves		 Para 1.22 N/A
Details of fund materially in
deficit		 Para 1.24 N/A
Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern		 Para 1.23 N/A

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You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:


The charity’s principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising)
Para 1.47
Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted		 Para 1.46
A description of the principal
risks facing the charity		 Para 1.46
Other

Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s
trusts:
Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)		 Para 1.25 Trust
How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)		 Para 1.25 CIO
Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees		 Para 1.25 The method of appointment of a Trustee is
set out in the Governing Document. Every
Trustee is appointed by a resolution passed
at a properly convened meeting of the
Charity Trustees. When selecting
individuals for appointment as Charity
Trustees, the Trustees have regard for the
skills, knowledge and experience needed
for the effective administration of the CIO.
Decisions affecting the Charity are taken
jointly by the five Trustees.

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You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:


Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction
and training of trustees
Para 1.51
The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works		 Para 1.51
Relationship with any related
parties		 Para 1.51
Other

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name Lincs Dobermann Rescue
Other name the charity uses LDR
Registered charity number 1172592
Charity’s principal address The Cottage
2 Church Avenue
Bangor on Dee
Wrexham
LL13 0AF

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

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20		 Trustee name Office (if any) Dates acted if not for whole
year		 Name of person (or body) entitled
to appoint trustee (ifany)
Sheralee Grayton Chair Board of Trustees
Andrew Jackson Trustee Board of Trustees
Julie Maddock Trustee Board of Trustees
Bradley Charles
Robert Black		 Trustee Board of Trustees
Alexina Morag
Moreton		 Treasurer Board of Trustees

– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved

Director name

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets N/A held in this capacity

Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets

Additional information (optional)

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Type of Name Address adviser

Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details

N/A

Other optional information

Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) Alexina Moreton Moreton Full name(s) Alexina Morag

Position (eg Secretary, Trustee/Treasurer Chair, etc)

Date

20/11/24

Lincs Dobermann Rescue

Summary Final accounts for the periods :-

18/04/2023 - 17/04/2024 18/04/2022 - 17/04/2023 18/04/2022 - 17/04/2023 Notes
INCOME
Donations
Adoption Donations 10,738 21,924
Dobiemates 15,251 12,509
Other Donations 14,069 40,058 13,461 47,894
Fund Raising
DogShows 1,796 817
TrainingCourses 923
General Fund Raising 19,553 16,039
Merchandising 1,146 23,418 1,559 18,415 4
TOTAL INCOME 63,476 66,309
EXPENDITURE
General DogRelated Expenditure 12,821 33,076
VeterinaryExpenses 29,380 11,467
Administration Expenses 7,029 4,891
Volunteer Related Expenses 3,107 917
Trustee Related Expenses 3,947 7,667 1
Miscellaneous Expenses 958 57,242 242 58,260
TOTAL EXPENDITURE 57,242 58,260
OPERATING PROFIT 6,234 8,049
OTHER INCOME
Bank Interest 1,372 -
Gift Aid 7,807 -
Partner Income 4,595 4,006
West CountryDobermann Rescue 2,048 15,822 - 4,006 3
Legacies 134,773 134,773 5
150,595 4,006
NET PROFIT 156,829 8,049
BALANCE SHEET AS AT
Current assets
Cash in Hand
Bank and Paypal
Merchandising Stock
Prepayments
Current Liabilities
Accruals
TOTAL NET ASSETS
Financed by
Balance b/f
Net Profit
Balance C/F		 17/04/2024 17/04/2023
136 35
207,846 51,839
966
362 209,310 51,839
642
208,668 51,839
51,839 39,784
156,829 12,055
208,668 51,839

Notes

Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trustees Lincs Dobennann Rescue On accounts for the year ended 1fh April 2024 Charity no (if any) 1172592 Set out on pages I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity ("the Trusf,) for the year ended I I | o (p l Lo'& L¥ As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ("the ACY,). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5){b) of the Act. Responsibilities and basis of report Independent trhe examiner's statement u arit ak gross exa come e tion eeded be ete[] 50,00 lifie me able. alifie th e list in be of [1 na of otap I have completed my examination. I confimi that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination ') which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records. or the accounts did not cornply with the applicable requirements conceming the fonn and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Please delete the words in the bRckets if they do not apply. Date: Signed: Name: o&vitS) Relevant professional qualification(s) or body Address: (L[*¥L% 14EtA) % Eft OIL Otyj S)£g )Qcx4PI LLIE Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).