Gables Dogs & Cats Home takes in nearly 1,000 unwanted and abandoned dogs and cats every year – and that number has increased in 2023 due to the cost of living crisis.
The charity is now appealing for help with its winter heating bills which have increased dramatically over the last 12 months.
It is vitally important that their rescued animals are provided with the best during their stay at Gables and their pens must be kept warm and comfortable at all times. There are 76 cat pens and 71 dog kennels and during the winter months lots of donated duvets and blankets are used to help keep the animals warm and cosy. But their heating bills have now soared to over £15,000 for the winter months and the charity is hoping local people can help with donations.
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General Manager Claire Sparkes said:
“The huge increase in our heating costs is really shocking and means we have to ask our wonderful supporters for their help again. Winter is always a challenging time for us as the run up to Christmas brings in lots of old animals that people discard to make room for the Christmas puppy or kitten. Any donation will make a huge difference and help us to continue to be there for these vulnerable dogs and cats.”
Donations can be made in several ways including online at www.justgiving.com/campaign/wha23-24 or via Paypal at www.paypal.me/gablesdogsandcats Alternatively call 01752 331602.
