As a non-profit organisation, they are entirely reliant on donations and grants to fund their work. Many of the dogs that arrive with us lack basic essentials such as collars, leads and beds all of which we provide, and all dogs receive a vet check to ensure they are in good health. In the past 11 months the vets bills have nearly reached a staggering £7,000.So as you can see, they have to make every penny go as far as it can, and it is down to donations like yours that they are able to continue their work.

As I raised fund for Battersea, I reached my target so thought I could use this for much needed funds for a local charity.