Welfare

It is an unfortunate fact though that some Bull Terriers are being bred under less than-ideal circumstances and some of those dogs may fall upon hard times during their lives. A scheme to rescue unwanted Bull Terriers, those in distress or those finding that they need a new home, was founded over forty years ago. It was one of the first schemes of its kind in the world, and this awesome responsibility was almost immediately accepted by The Bull Terrier Club as their own Welfare Scheme. Many years later this then went on to become a registered charity under its present title ‘The Bull Terrier Club (UK) Welfare Trust’. It is self-explanatory that the purpose of The BTC Welfare Trust is there to rescue and re-house unwanted Bull Terriers. However, what is perhaps not so obvious is that the mandate of The Welfare Trust includes advising and educating owners, and prospective owners of the Breed. This also means that there is usually someone to hand that has a wealth of knowledge and experience of the breed, who is more than willing to help and advise people when help is needed or when there is an emergency.

So how is The BTC Welfare Trust funded? Much of the income that we raise derives from donations made by members of the public, by members of The Bull Terrier Club itself, or via those who adopt the animals that have been in our care. The Welfare Trust is also very fortunate that other Bull Terrier Clubs throughout the Country kindly donate monies to us, which is often raised via raffles, stall receipts, or auctions that Clubs host. In some cases, money is raised through special events being held in the charity’s honour. And, of course, private donations are always very much welcomed! 

Who runs the Trust? Well, it is run independently of The Bull Terrier Club itself, however, there are carefully chosen Trustees appointed by The Bull Terrier Club. Decisions of whatever nature are then made by this board of Trustees and are governed by the Charity Commission itself. All funding received is held within The Welfare Trust’s bank account and is to be used solely for the benefit of Bull Terriers. Only specified Trustee signatures can draw funds at any time, and any expenses/payments must be carefully accounted for. 

Our Accounts are supplied annually to all members of The Bull Terrier Club and the accounts must be passed at The Welfare Trust’s Annual General Meeting, held in conjunction with The Bull Terrier Clubs Annual General Meeting. Our yearly accounts must also be presented to the Charity Commission for their perusal. The Bull Terrier Club is delighted to be affiliated with The BTC Welfare Trust and fully supports the cause of helping to care for our wonderful breed, the Bull Terrier. There is huge satisfaction of a job well done when helping the unfortunate Bull Terriers out there who are not as fortunate as our own dogs. The Bull Terrier Club itself is always there to support The BTC Welfare Trust and in the very unlikely event that The Trust becomes insolvent, The Bull Terrier Club will accept full responsibility for any liabilities that The BTC Welfare Trust may not be able to meet. 

For further information relating to The BTC Welfare Trust, or for more information on how to adopt or foster one of our Bull Terriers in need, or indeed if you would like to help and advice in helping us raise more funds for this wonderful charity; please click here to make contact with one our representatives, who would be more than happy to help.

“If you have space for another Bullie in your home, and your heart, do please always consider adopting one who will so appreciate another home – Bull Terrier Welfare do a wonderful job taking on dogs who need a lifeline for a variety of reasons.”

Rita