Wanderers Haven Animal Sanctuary

Wanderers Haven Animal Sanctuary Wanderers Haven Animal Sanctuary rescues and rehomes all types of animals. We rely entirely on public donations. Donations can be made direct to our vets.
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We have many permanent residents ranging from dogs, cats, small furries, reptiles and farm animals.
07763646257 this phone operates 9am - 6pm Wanderers Haven Animal Sanctuary was founded in 1961 by Mrs Geraldine Wagstaff in her family home in Ramsgate, Kent. The Sanctuary has been at its current location in Cranham, Essex since July 1976. We have rescued all sorts of animals ranging from horses,

ponies, goats, sheep, ducks, geese, chickens, cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, other small animals, birds etc. We have a non destruction order so any animals that come into our care stay with us until they are rehomed. Certain animals which cannot be rehomed due to past problems and issues live at the sanctuary. All dogs and cats rehomed are neutered before adoption, if animals aren't old enough, a neutering agreement will be signed by new owners. All our animals are rehomed on a Life Time Adoption. This means that for whatever reason new owners can no longer care for the animal, they must be returned to the sanctuary. No matter how long the animal has been rehomed for. Animals that are microchipped stay in the Sanctuary's name, with new owners added. If the animal is lost and scanned the Sanctuary and new owner are notified. We are a non profit organisation and recieve no government funding. Your donations of money, newspapers, bedding and items to sell at boot sales are only what keep us going. This money will then be put on our account and help us out a great deal. Hill Park Vets in either Harold Hill 01708 344455 or Elm Park 01708 458424 under the account 'Wanderers Haven Animal Sanctuary'. we could not keep our gates open if it wasn't for the generous members of the public.

Rae and Freddie 😻Both for adoption. Freddie is looking for a new home together with his sister Phoebe 🐾 Their details ca...
21/03/2025

Rae and Freddie 😻
Both for adoption. Freddie is looking for a new home together with his sister Phoebe 🐾
Their details can be found in our cats up for adoption album on our page 🐾

We are in search of outdoor garden benches for the sanctuary.If anyone has any they no longer need that still have life ...
21/03/2025

We are in search of outdoor garden benches for the sanctuary.
If anyone has any they no longer need that still have life in them we would appreciate them thank you 🙏🏻

We have had a young short haired white cat brought to us under one year old.The cat first turned up 2-3weeks ago in Roch...
19/03/2025

We have had a young short haired white cat brought to us under one year old.
The cat first turned up 2-3weeks ago in Rochford, Essex SS4 No microchip.
If this could be your missing cat please get in touch.
07763 646257 (9am - 6pm)
Proof of ownership will be needed.

Our handsome Chip has sadly passed away. He was found in his bed looking peaceful. We'd had Chip for many years. He live...
14/03/2025

Our handsome Chip has sadly passed away. He was found in his bed looking peaceful. We'd had Chip for many years. He lived with his herd of ladies and was a favourite amongst our team. His long coat made him stand out amongst our other pigs. He was always a big boy. A shock for us but for Chip no illness or suffering 🐾

Thank you Pets Corner Brentwood for your donations. Shuri claimed the badger toy straight away. Thanks to Tony for colle...
09/03/2025

Thank you Pets Corner Brentwood for your donations. Shuri claimed the badger toy straight away. Thanks to Tony for collecting 🐾

Thank you to all that came and supported the sanctuary at our Pub Quiz on Monday night 😀A fantastic £1230 was raised 👏 👏...
08/03/2025

Thank you to all that came and supported the sanctuary at our Pub Quiz on Monday night 😀
A fantastic £1230 was raised 👏 👏
Thank you to our team for baking cakes and selling raffle tickets and thank you to the Crumpled Horn Pub for hosting another successful quiz for the sanctuary 😀 🐾

07/03/2025

A retreiver dog has been found today in St Marys Lane, Upminster wandering. Finder could not locate an owner amongst passers by.
The dog is now at Wanderers Haven Animal Sanctuary. Microchipped but not registered. Please call 07763 646257 if this is your missing dog.

Shuri enjoying the sunshine today 🌞 🐶 🐾
03/03/2025

Shuri enjoying the sunshine today 🌞 🐶 🐾

Thank you Slimming World Rainham for raising £200 and your donation of food to the sanctuary 😃 Much appreciated 🐾
28/02/2025

Thank you Slimming World Rainham for raising £200 and your donation of food to the sanctuary 😃 Much appreciated 🐾

Rae 🐱 🐾
28/02/2025

Rae 🐱 🐾

Bella 🐱 🐾
28/02/2025

Bella 🐱 🐾

Freddie 🐱 🐾
28/02/2025

Freddie 🐱 🐾

We still have availability for our quiz night on Monday 3rd March. Please get in touch to book your table 💡 ❓️ 🐾
21/02/2025

We still have availability for our quiz night on Monday 3rd March. Please get in touch to book your table 💡 ❓️ 🐾

Sonny is approximately 3years old.We aren’t sure of Sonny’s past up to approximately 6-8 months of age. He was found in ...
19/02/2025

Sonny is approximately 3years old.
We aren’t sure of Sonny’s past up to approximately 6-8 months of age. He was found in a country lane amongst fly-tipped rubbish and was extremely scared and shut down. It took him a long time to settle and accept people but once he did, he has become a very daft, loving and lively boy!
Sonny does have specific needs so please read Sonny’s full description before applying.
He can be very enthusiastic at times – sometimes this can be too much but he will eventually calm. A home where someone is around all the time is a must for Sonny at least initially. He will need as long as it takes to transition into his new surroundings and routine.
Sonny is a large cross breed.
Sonny must live with another dog that is medium to large in size and that is of a balanced nature. Preferably a spayed female.
Sonny can live in an adult-only home or where there are teenagers as well.
Sonny will require multiple visits from potential new owners so he can build a bond with you and your dog. Sonny will need to feel comfortable around you before adoption takes place.
Sonny warms quicker to ladies over men but will trust new men eventually.
He is a very happy dog in familiar surroundings and company. Once he is bonded with you this is a great step in having him feel comfortable elsewhere hence why he will need multiple visits initially. We know he will settle into a new home – he just needs time and patience.
A home with no cats is preferred.
If you would like to apply to adopt Sonny please contact us via email [email protected] or telephone 07763 646257 🐕 🐾

Cane is looking for a new home.He is approximately 7years old and a Shepherd cross.Cane is a gentle giant and is very lo...
19/02/2025

Cane is looking for a new home.
He is approximately 7years old and a Shepherd cross.
Cane is a gentle giant and is very loving and loyal. He can be quite timid of new people and situations but as long as you're there for him showing him its OK, he begins to relax.
Cane is strong on lead in particular when he is anxious and unsure of his surroundings.
Once he's comfortable around you and where he is he walks well on lead.
He loves being out and about and loves his toys.
Cane is looking for a new home with no cats. Cane can live with older teenagers but not young children.
Cane could live with a medium to large breed female that is well confident and not too lively.

We have no history on Cane so do not know how he would behave if left at home alone. This is something he would have to gradually get used to if this was needed. Because of this we would let him be adopted to where someone in the home will be able to work with Cane so he can eventually be left for short periods (if this needed work).
A retired couple would be ideal providing they are able to manage his size and strength.
Shepherd or similar breed experience is a must.
Please email
[email protected] or call 07763646257 if you feel you could offer Cane a new home 🏡 🐾

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Wanderers Haven Animal Sanctuary, Brookmans Park Drive, Front Lane, Cranham
Upminster
RM141LW

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Merlin and Harvey 🐕 🐾

Humbug and Winnie Pig 🐽 🐷 🐖

Some of our farm animals yesterday 🐖 🐷 🐽 🐑 🐏 🐐

Some of our cats currently looking for new homes 🐈 😻 🐈‍⬛️ 🐾 Please contact us on 07763 646257 for more info. Their individual details will be posted also 🐾

Meet some of our lovely cats 🐈 😻 🐈‍⬛️ 🐾 #rescuecats #adoptdontshop #catlovers

Spike and Dixie 😍 🐈 😻 🐈‍⬛️ 😺 🐾 #cute #rescuecats #adoptdontshop

Some of our guinea pigs enjoying some green pepper 🫑🫑 #guineapigs

Nala is one of our permanent residents. Nala has monthly pain killer injections as she has a deformity in both of her knee caps which causes mobility problems. At a recent vet visit Nala had blood tests which revealed she now has kidney disease. We're closely monitoring her. Despite these problems Nala loves a fuss and has managed her disability well. She has scratch posts at varying levels which enable her to climb and sit at a height where she is most comfortable 🐱 🐾

Our degus investigating their new box 📦 😍

The lovely Charlie and Spike 😻 Charlie and Spike are brothers who came to us last year. Charlie the tabby arrived with terrible itchy skin. Over grooming and excessive scratching had caused nasty sores, thinning fur and bald patches. Charlie is allergic to many things. Some allergens are dietary and some are environmental. He looks so well right now. He occasionally has to have a steroid injection when he has a flare up and it's best to do this early on rather than wait and see how he goes as otherwise he can cause alot of self harm in a short amount of time. Both Charlie and Spike are fed Katkin. We have a monthly subscription delivery for them which costs around £130. The ingredients contain no allergens. If you would like to sponsor Charlie and Spike or set up a monthly standing order which will go towards caring for the boys and our other many animals at the Sanctuary we would be extremely grateful 🙏🏻 our details are Barclays 204545 - 33367657. Thank you 🙂 🐱🐾

The lovely Charlie and Spike 😻 Charlie and Spike are brothers who came to us last year. Charlie the tabby arrived with terrible itchy skin. Over grooming and excessive scratching had caused nasty sores, thinning fur and bald patches. Charlie is allergic to many things. Some allergens are dietary and some are environmental. He looks so well right now. He occasionally has to have a steroid injection when he has a flare up and it's best to do this early on rather than wait and see how he goes as otherwise he can cause alot of self harm in a short amount of time. Both Charlie and Spike are fed Katkin. We have a monthly subscription delivery for them which costs around £130. The ingredients contain no allergens. If you would like to sponsor Charlie and Spike or set up a monthly standing order which will go towards caring for the boys and our other many animals at the Sanctuary we would be extremely grateful 🙏🏻 our details are Barclays 204545 - 33367657. £1 a month from our supporters would go a long way. Thank you 🙂 🐱🐾

Our stable block extension and refurbishment is now complete! We are so pleased with the finished result 😀 All across the stable block has been insulated and boarded. More lights have been put in and throughout has been painted. The extension is where the old pig sty used to be and an area we only used in the spring and summer months. Now it is a fully insulated indoor area where our ducks, chickens and turkeys live. The area at the back was a wasted bit of space that has been cleared and been fully fox proofed so our birds can safely be outside when they aren't out the front free roaming. Roofing vents have also been added to reduce condensation inside. The outer wall hs also now been rendered. We are always wanting to upgrade and better what we have at the Sanctuary when funds allow. Thank you all for supporting the sanctuary as without supporters we cannot do this. These projects are very expensive but needed. We are always grateful for donations no matter how big or small. Well done and thank you to Colin our builder and to Andrew for your help in completing this. Please look through the photos on our page to see before and after. #animalsanctuary #rescueanimals #farm #goats #pigs #sheep #ducks #chickens #turkeys #fundraising #charity

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