ARC is a small animal rescue charity working in and around East Sussex. ARC was founded by Dyan Wilson in 2001, and has re-homed over 800 dogs since then, mostly in the locality of Uckfield, Tunbridge Wells, Crowborough, Lewes, Heathfield and Eastbourne. ARC aspires to operate its own rescue centre one day, but currently relies on local foster homes and boarding kennels. We are always looking for suitable fosterers or kennel helpers and offer ongoing support via behavioural advice and Dog Training classes.

Whilst we embrace all animals and will do what we can to help any whenever possible, we concentrate on rehoming abandoned dogs who mainly come from Ireland. These range from puppies to adults and elderly dogs, and can be any shape or size!

We try to rehabilitate dogs that may be traumatised due to their lack of a loving home. However, many have no difficulties at all and we believe the problematic image of a rescue dog is merely a stereotype. Join us on our annual Sponsored Dog Walk and you will see many happy healthy dogs who would otherwise have stood very little chance in life!