We have found ourselves in a sticky situation after one of our main boilers has broken beyond repair. The boiler supplies all of the hot water for the staffs hand washing facilities and for cleaning the animals food and water bowls and laundry machines. Hot water is essential to maintain good hygiene levels.

We currently have more than 100 unwanted and abandoned dogs and cats in our care, including some very young and very old. The cost of replacing the commercial boiler is £4,000. Gables is already suffering financially due to the cost of living crisis and their electricity bills have risen from £25,000 to £90,000 per year. They are now looking to their amazing supporters for any financial help they may be able to give.

Ruth Rickard, Deputy Manager, says: "We know times are hard for everyone at the moment and this breakdown could not have come at a worse time. It is such a large amount of money to have to find so we are asking our wonderful supporters to donate just a pound or two so we can reach our goal. It doesn't have to be a huge donation to make a huge difference."

Gables is a true non-euthanasia charity and believe in giving all our animals the best chance at having a normal life. If we are lucky enough to raise more money than is needed it will go towards helping the animals in our care.