--- title: "Specialist Search Dogs — check charity number SC052375 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Specialist Search Dogs a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052375. the saving of lives charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/specialist-search-dogs retrieved: 2026-08-25T05:08:09.597Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Specialist Search Dogs is a registered charity (number SC052375) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £24,921 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Specialist Search Dogs? Registered charity number SC052375 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £24,921 Website [www.specialistsearchdogs.org.uk](http://www.specialistsearchdogs.org.uk/) ## What does Specialist Search Dogs do? Provide search and rescue facilities to those in need and support other organisations with search and rescue efforts. ## What causes is Specialist Search Dogs registered for? the saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Specialist Search Dogs yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Specialist Search Dogs 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=specialist-search-dogs&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.specialistsearchdogs.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Specialist Search Dogs a legitimate charity? Yes. Specialist Search Dogs is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052375) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Specialist Search Dogs's charity number? Specialist Search Dogs's charity number is SC052375. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052375? Search SC052375 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Specialist Search Dogs do? Provide search and rescue facilities to those in need and support other organisations with search and rescue efforts. Does Specialist Search Dogs have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Specialist Search Dogs. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Specialist Search Dogs? Specialist Search Dogs's website is http://www.specialistsearchdogs.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC052375).