Hope Rescue Hero Wins Top Animal Welfare Award

Wednesday 8 October, 2025

Hope Rescue’s Vanessa Waddon awarded Naturewatch Foundation Challenge Coin for outstanding work supporting dogs

A dedicated animal welfare advocate from Wales has been recognised for her outstanding commitment to improving the lives of dogs. Vanessa Waddon, Founder and Director of Hope Rescue in Pontyclun, South Wales, has received a Challenge Coin from animal welfare charity, Naturewatch Foundation, for her work leading rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming efforts for dogs in need.