--- title: "Dorset Dog Rescue — check charity number 1159089 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dorset Dog Rescue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1159089. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Hordle. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dorset-dog-rescue retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:29:38.841Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dorset Dog Rescue is a registered charity (number 1159089) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; animals. Its latest reported income was £18,316 (year ending 2019-04-01). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Dorset Dog Rescue? Registered charity number 1159089 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Hordle Latest income (year ending 2019-04-01) £18,316 Website [www.dorsetdogrescue.com](http://www.dorsetdogrescue.com/) ## What does Dorset Dog Rescue do? Helping any animal that we can in Dorset. ## What causes is Dorset Dog Rescue registered for? General Charitable PurposesAnimals ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dorset Dog Rescue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dorset Dog Rescue is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=dorset-dog-rescue&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dorsetdogrescue.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dorset Dog Rescue a legitimate charity? Yes. Dorset Dog Rescue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1159089) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Dorset Dog Rescue's charity number? Dorset Dog Rescue's charity number is 1159089. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1159089? Search 1159089 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Dorset Dog Rescue do? Helping any animal that we can in Dorset. Does Dorset Dog Rescue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dorset Dog Rescue. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Dorset Dog Rescue? Dorset Dog Rescue's website is http://www.dorsetdogrescue.com — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1159089).