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Founded in 1917, PDSA is the UK's leading veterinary charity. Our mission is to improve the life of every pet. We prevent illness, suffering and unnecessary death of pets; educate people about their welfare needs, and treat pets needing our help across the UK. In 2018 we provided 2.5 million treatments to more than 430,000 pets. Our services are funded entirely by public support.
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· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United KingdomConcerns
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· FY2024 · Charity Commission (UK) (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the Charity Commission.
- Established in 1962, it is among the oldest animal welfare charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 1,967 animal welfare charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 76 places it in the top 25% of the 2,317 animal welfare charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Telford, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 1962 and has been operating for 64 years. Its registration number is 037585. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds registration with the UK Fundraising Regulator, which means it has committed to the Code of Fundraising Practice and accountable fundraising standards. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 76/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £129M in annual revenue. 12 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. The charity has 100 community reviews with an average rating of 4.7/5. On Trustpilot, it has a rating of 4.4/5 based on 2924 reviews.
The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals's registered charity number is 208217. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.
The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 75% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.
The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals is located in Telford, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 1962 and has been active for 64 years.
Based on official tax filings, The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals has £129M in annual revenue. It allocates 75% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 93% for animal welfare charities in United Kingdom. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of £623K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals is classified as an Animal Welfare organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as an Unincorporated Association. By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has £129M in annual revenue. The organization has 12 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals holds registration with the UK Fundraising Regulator, which means it has committed to the Code of Fundraising Practice and accountable fundraising standards. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It reports that 75% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 93%). The organization has a strong Trustpilot rating of 4.4/5. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Founded in 1917, PDSA is the UK's leading veterinary charity. Our mission is to improve the life of every pet. We prevent illness, suffering and unnecessary death of pets; educate people about their welfare needs, and treat pets needing our help across the UK. In 2018 we provided 2.5 million treatments to more than 430,000 pets. Our services are funded entirely by public support. The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 1962.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United Kingdom: It allocates 75% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 93%. Its annual revenue of £129M is well above the peer average of £623K.
The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals is an unincorporated association, a group of people who agree to come together for a common charitable purpose. This is the simplest legal structure: it has no separate legal identity, so contracts and property must be held by individual trustees on behalf of the charity. Its Charity Commission registration number is 037585.
You can verify The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.
You can donate to The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals directly through its donation page (https://www.pdsa.org.uk/donate/donate-to-pdsa). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.
Yes, The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals is registered with the Fundraising Regulator (FR), the independent regulator of charitable fundraising in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Registration means the charity has committed to following the Code of Fundraising Practice and the Fundraising Promise, which set standards for honest, respectful, and transparent fundraising. Donors can complain to the FR if they believe a charity has breached the Code.
Donations to The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.
The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals is based in Telford. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals was first registered in 1962, making it approximately 64 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.
Filing history
5 years on file from Charity Commission (UK) (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
UK donations qualify for Gift Aid. THE PEOPLE'S DISPENSARY FOR SICK ANIMALS is registered with the Charity Commission. Eligible UK taxpayers can boost their gift by 25% at no extra cost.
THE PEOPLE'S DISPENSARY FOR SICK ANIMALS is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
THE PEOPLE'S DISPENSARY FOR SICK ANIMALS is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (12)
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12 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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Donor reviews (100)
4.7 / 5 average · includes imported Trustpilot
Friendly staff. I can always get an appointment no matter what
Trustpilot
PDSA are always friendly& Professional at the times of distress due to my dog being in need of medical help.
Trustpilot
The vet was knowledgeable and understanding to my circumstances. As a pensioner owning a large bullmastiff he understood that I needed to work part time in order to pay for the upkeep of such a large dog. My dog was given appropriate treatment with other possible treatment if the condition continued. It has been a recurring issue with my dog.
Trustpilot
They were absolutely fantastic with my last dog for 11 years I cannot fault the pdsa at all I would be lost without the pdsa and there just the same with my other dog
Trustpilot
My experience with pdsa was absolutely amazing I can not thank them enough for the support and service they give to my dog (Marley) I thought I was going to lose him as I didn’t have the money to get him the treatment he needed at a vets I went too but thanks to been recommended to pdsa I managed to get him the help he needed so I would highly recommend if you are struggling for your pet’s treatments please give them a call I will forever be grateful for the help I had from them thankyou again xxxxx
Trustpilot
The waiting area in the pet hospital was very spacious and calm with lighting that faced upwards so it wasn’t too bright. The staff were all friendly, caring and knowledgable. My cat, Toby was diagnosed with diabetes so we have been in quite a few times now . I don’t believe he could have had better treatment at any of the large pet chains.
Trustpilot
Very helpful and friendly staff always leave feeling assured my pets health is priority even Bella loves visiting the vet
Trustpilot
Absolutely great for pets
Trustpilot
Yet again 2 hour wait for my appointment 2 hours late.! Like always the receptionists are grumpy and rude
Trustpilot
Anna on reception is lovely, she listens and does her very best to help.The vets and nurses are always professional but also friendly and caring.I would give Aberdeen PDSA 5 Stars every time. Murphy has been a patient with them for 11 years and I trust them 100% with his care.
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
- Financial filings
- Charity Commission annual returns - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities - 12 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Donor reviews (external)
- Trustpilot consumer reviews
- Community reviews (verified email)
- GiveRadar Community Reviews - 100 verified review(s) on file.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 12 officers on file
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1962
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals
- What is The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals?
- The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals is a animal welfare unincorporated association based in Telford, United Kingdom. Founded in 1917, PDSA is the UK's leading veterinary charity. Our mission is to improve the life of every pet. We prevent illness, suffering and unnecessary death of pets; educate people about their welfare needs, and treat pets needing our help across the UK. In 2018 we provided 2.5 million treatments to more than 430,000 pets. Our services are funded entirely by public support.
- When was The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals founded?
- The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals was founded in 1962.
- Where is The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals located?
- Headquartered in Telford, United Kingdom.
- What is The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately £100M-£1B. 75% of expenses go to program services.
- Is The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals trustworthy?
- The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals's registration number?
- Registration: 037585 (United Kingdom).
- What is The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals's website?
- https://www.pdsa.org.uk
- Are donations to The People'S Dispensary for Sick Animals tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.