Gables launches Winter Heating Appeal as costs to keep animals 'warm and cosy' rises
The charity takes in almost 1,000 animals each year
Last updated 22nd Nov 2023
A Devon animal rescue charity has launched a Winter Heating Appeal to help pay the bills - after a rise in the number of dogs and cats needing help because of the cost-of-living crisis.
Each year Gables Dogs & Cats Home in Plymouth, which does not get any government funding, takes in almost 1,000 unwanted and abandoned animals.
During the winter months they use lots of donated duvets and blankets to help keep the animals warm and cosy, but say their heating bills have increased dramatically which is making it harder for them financially this Winter.
The charity has 76 cat pens and 71 dog kennels to keep warm.
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 you can give will make a huge difference and help us to continue to be there for these vulnerable dogs and catsâ.
There's more about the appeal here