Delphine, a blind Springer Spaniel aged about 6 years, was found abandoned in a remote country lane, tied to a pallet of bricks. Imagine how terrifying that was for her. The last familiar sound she would have heard was her owners footsteps walking away, then she was plunged into an unknown world of noises and smells - the RSPCA Inspector that rescued her, the van as she was driven to Leybourne Animal Centre,  then the overwhelming sound of dozens of dogs barking in the kennels. Delphine was not in a good condition. As well as the thick cataracts in both her eyes her ears were horribly infected so she has been on a lot of treatment. We want to make new experiences much easier for her by trying to restore some of her eyesight. Specialist Vets' at the Animal Health Trust, Newmarket, are supporting Delphine and have already completed all her initial tests without  charge and will carry out her surgery at vastly reduced rates. We still need to raise £2,500 plus to cover care, surgery and treatment. Her case is not straightforward, however they think that by removing the cataract from her right eye there is a chance of restoring some sight.  Delphine is a lovely, gentle character and has coped incredibly well.  She's grown fond of the staff is going for short walks taking the same route so she learns about her new surroundings. If we could restore some of her sight she would grow in confidence and it would make her transition to a new home a great deal easier. Please help us to give Delphine a much brighter future.

Any surplus funds will be used to rehabilitate and treat other animals like Delphine cared for at Leybourne Animal Centre