An unashamed plea

Well, it's October and this morning things are feeling decidedly chillier. Time to get woolly jumpers out from where they've been hiding.

That always makes me think about the cats and dogs being cared for by Animals in Distress. Although they do have nice furry coats as standard, and have slightly higher normal temperatures than us, they can still get cold. It's not so cold at the moment, but it's on its way, and won't be too long again when there's frost on the ground.

The animals in their care aren't able to run and jump around as much as our own loved animals, they spend most of their time sitting or sleeping - so less opportunity to warm up naturally. Also no nice cosy warm fires to snuggle up by, or our beds to burrow themselves into.

So, as usual I'm asking you all to see whether there are any old blankets or towels lurking away in the backs of cupboards, that you really don't use any more. Please also ask your friends, family, neighbours, work colleagues, strangers on the bus, anyone at all, to have a search for anything that can be used as soft warm bedding for our lovely residents.

Also, donations of food, food bowls, toys, old newspapers, paper shreddings and even good old cash are always welcome.

Animals in Distress is a charity that depends to a large extent on the generosity of its supporters and general public to be able to care for the lovely animals in its care. If you're not sure whether what you've got in mind is suitable, just give them a call on 0161 775 2221. Then just take it along to 55 Silver Street, Irlam, or if you're one of my lovely customers, let me know and I'll happily collect it from you and deliver it to Animals in Distress on my next visit.

Thanks so much to you all, you're all so lovely!!