# A Home of Their Own: The Heart-warming 150-year History of Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/books/a-home-of-their-own-the-heart-warming-150-year-history-of-battersea-dogs-cats-home/
- Published: 2011-09-20T07:54:00+01:00
- Author: Howard Lake

**Battersea Dogs & Cats Home (now known as ‘Battersea’) is the best-known animal
sanctuary in the world. Since it first opened its doors in 1860, millions of abandoned
and abused pets have benefited from its refuge. Around the world Battersea is a 
byword for compassion and hope.**

It hasn’t always been this way. Victorian London had little time for canine strays,
and homeless dogs were routinely destroyed.During its early years the Home was threatened
by financial crises, eviction and legal action by neighbours upset by the constant
barking. Yet the Home not only survived, it thrived.

Here is the story of this remarkable institution. At its heart are the characters
that made Battersea what it is today, from Mary Tealby, the extraordinary founder
of the Home, to Airedale Jack, the dog who became a hero in the trenches of the 
Great War. Through both triumphs and tragedies, it is a book that will warm the 
hearts of animal lovers everywhere.

## Reviews

“For 150 years Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has been salvation for thousands of dogs
and cats. The staff are incredible and I sincerely wish and hope they are around
for at least another 150 years”
**Simon Cowell**

“Congratulations Battersea! The cats and dogs who find their way here are the lucky
ones.” 
**Judi Dench**

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