““I was at the end of my tether when I posted my story and the urgent need for help to look after Major whilst I had my operation. I didn’t know where to go or who to turn to. It was at that point that a concerned lady who had read my post on Facebook offered to take Major to Mayhew, an animal welfare charity, that I saw light at the end of the tunnel. It was a moment I will never forget! Without Pet Refuge, I doubt my family and Major would be together today and I would not have been able to have my operation.””

““Pet Refuge gave me peace of mind whilst I was in hospital and then in post operative respite. Major is my world and a member of the family. When I found out about Mayhew and contacted them about whether they could help, it was like the weight had been lifted! Knowing Major would be safe and well, receiving expert care and support meant I could stop worrying and focus on my wellbeing. I can’t thank Mayhew enough for what they did for us – and for Major – when we most needed help.””

““For many people facing a personal crisis, Pet Refuge can truly alter the course of they and their family’s health and wellbeing. Had Alisa not been able to benefit from our programme, Major may have become yet another dog looking for a new home at a time when we are seeing fewer adopters coming forward. I’m so pleased she found us at a time when she most needed support and that we were able to enable Alisa to receive treatment in hospital assured that her beloved dog Major was being well cared for. Mayhew is delighted to be able to help pets and pet owners in this way, but we urgently need more volunteer foster carers who can provide a temporary loving home for pets just like Major. They can help make it possible for many more dogs and cats and their owners to stay together after a short disruption to their normal family life.” ”