Pet Care if you go into Hospital

If you go into hospital you may need someone to look after your pet.

The most common option is to ask a family member, good neighbour or friend to help. If not, for cats and dogs, you may need to contact a local kennel or cattery. You should be able to find details of these in your local telephone directory.

You could ask your local veterinary surgeon, or the local dog warden to suggest some options.

Organisations who may be able to help

The Cinnamon Trust is a charitable organisation with 4,500 registered volunteers across the UK. They may be able to help you find pet care if you have to go into hospital.

If you are admitted in an emergency, with your written permission they can enter your home and remove your pet to an appropriate place until you are well enough to care for it again.

Contact

Patient advice and liaison service (PALS)
Freephone: 0800 58 77 170
Type Talk: 18001 0800 58 77 170
Fax: 020 7346 6445
pals@southwarkpct.nhs.uk  
Dulwich Community Hospital
East Dulwich Grove
London
SE22 8PT
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm