AN animal charity has thanked pet lovers who came to the aid of abandoned dogs after we featured their plight in your Worcester News.

Our advertising feature highlighting some of the dogs waiting for new homes at Dogs Trust Evesham prompted a big response from kind-hearted readers.

The charity's supporter relations officer Helen Colbourne said: "We had a number of responses and, even if the dogs that featured in the adverts weren't rehomed, others dogs in the centre were as a result of your help.

"Rehoming these dogs meant that we could free-up kennels to help other unfortunate dogs and give them a chance in life."

Anyone who wants to find out more about the charity can call 01386 834875 or visit www.dogstrust.uk.org