--- title: "South West Gsd Rescue — check charity number 1171842 | CharityCompare" description: "Is South West Gsd Rescue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1171842. Education/training charity based in Shebbear. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/south-west-gsd-rescue retrieved: 2026-08-25T03:08:03.298Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer South West Gsd Rescue is a registered charity (number 1171842) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; animals. Its latest reported income was £36,110 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 South West Gsd Rescue? Registered charity number 1171842 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Shebbear Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £36,110 Website [www.southwestgsdrescue.org.uk](http://www.southwestgsdrescue.org.uk/) ## What does South West Gsd Rescue do? The charity was set up to relieve the suffering and distress of unwanted, stray or ill treated German Shepherd dogs primarily but not exclusively. ## What causes is South West Gsd Rescue registered for? Education/trainingAnimals ## Why is there no Clarity Score for South West Gsd Rescue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. South West Gsd 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=south-west-gsd-rescue&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.southwestgsdrescue.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is South West Gsd Rescue a legitimate charity? Yes. South West Gsd Rescue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1171842) 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 South West Gsd Rescue's charity number? South West Gsd Rescue's charity number is 1171842. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1171842? Search 1171842 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 South West Gsd Rescue do? The charity was set up to relieve the suffering and distress of unwanted, stray or ill treated German Shepherd dogs primarily but not exclusively. Does South West Gsd Rescue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for South West Gsd 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 South West Gsd Rescue? South West Gsd Rescue's website is http://www.southwestgsdrescue.org.uk — 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/1171842).