- Rescue
- Rehabilitate
- Rehome
ABOUT CARLA LANE ANIMALS IN NEED
For more than 30 years, Carla Lane Animals in Need has rescued, rehabilitated and rehomed animals across the UK.
WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
We are Carla Lane Animals in Need, a Liverpool-based rescue established over 30 years ago by trustees Fran Ellis and Margaret Brady. After a rocky start, they raised enough funding to purchase our current grounds, once an abandoned turkey farm. Since then, the rescue has gone from strength to strength, supported by a dedicated team and community. Every year, we rescue, rehabilitate and rehome hundreds of dogs and cats.
Originally known as Animals in Need, we later received the support and patronage of the late Carla Lane, whose passion for animal welfare helped shape our identity. We are members of the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes, and our facilities and procedures meet recognised welfare standards.
All animals in our care are vaccinated, microchipped and neutered. Our strict no-destruction policy means they stay with us for as long as it takes to find the right home. There is no time limit.
A NAME WITH PURPOSE
Carla Lane was a television writer best known for creating series including The Liver Birds, Butterflies and Bread. Alongside her writing, she was a committed supporter of animal welfare and rescue work.
She became our patron when we were still known as Animals in Need, lending her name and support to raise awareness of the work being done. Her name remains part of the charity today, reflecting her contribution and lasting connection to the rescue.
OUR HOME IN MELLING
Our home provides safe, consistent care for animals at every stage of their journey. Alongside dogs and cats preparing for adoption, we provide lifelong care for animals with ongoing health or behavioural needs, farm animals, and feral cats who are not suited to domestic homes.
Support the rescue ↗GET TO KNOW US
Discover how our rescue began and what drives our work.
Remembering the writer and animal welfare supporter whose name we carry.
Meet our founders and learn about the people behind the rescue.
Moss Cottage boarding supports the animals in our care.
Explore our comfortable cattery and arrange a stay.
See our facilities and plan a visit to our home in Melling.
