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Canterbury
Chestfield
If you are thinking about getting a new doggy addition for your family you have come to the right place!
Key information
Location
Opening hours
We’re open for general browsing on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 12–4pm. Wednesday and Friday mornings are by pre-arranged appointment only.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access
This centre provides easy wheelchair access throughout
Hearing loop
Please ask at reception
About the Canterbury centre
Welcome to Dogs Trust Canterbury! We're a happy, friendly team and would love you to come and visit us at the centre to see our fantastic facilities and all the waggy tails of our doggy guests.
We have 38 kennels and can care for up to 70 dogs and puppies on site.
In 2023 we helped 413 dogs find loving homes!
Support our centre
We rely on your kind support to continue our vital work, please donate today.
If you are interested in donating In Memory, have questions about our Canine Care Card service, leaving a Legacy or if you would like to book a guest speaker for your Community Group, then please get in touch with your local Canterbury Supporter Relations Officer or call on 012 2779 1404.
Adoption process
Find out more about rehoming a dog from us and how we decide what makes a great match. How to adopt a dog from us. Alternatively, you can pop into our centre and our staff can answer any of your queries.
Our stories
A collection of updates about life around the centre.
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Volunteering opportunites
Looking for the perfect volunteer opportunity? We've got you covered - from hands on dog walkers to shop assistants and so much more!