Join the ‘Great Doggy Knit Off’
News release
2nd January 2014
If your New Year’s resolution is to be more creative, why not take up knitting?
Jerry Green Dog Rescue has launched its first ever ‘Great Doggy Knit Off’ campaign to keep dogs without a home warm this winter.
Knitted jumpers, snoods, hats, blankets or toys will help to keep over 160 abandoned and unwanted dogs cosy and comfortable in cold weather.
Dog lovers can deliver their knitted items to any of the charity’s five centres at Blidworth near Mansfield, Gilberdyke, East Yorkshire, Broughton near Brigg, North Lincolnshire, Algarkirk near Boston, South Lincolnshire and Thirsk, North Yorkshire.
“Short-haired and older dogs particularly feel the cold this time of year,” said Head of Fundraising at Jerry Green Dog Rescue, Catherine Foster.
“That’s why we’re calling for people to get crafty with their knitting needles and donate items for dogs to enjoy in their kennels and during walks. Our centres are pretty much at maximum capacity presently so the dogs in our care are in need of a little help to keep out the cold.
“Anything from knitted blankets to jumpers or snoods will help and all donations will be gratefully received,” she added.
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Notes to editors:
- Jerry Green Dog Rescue was founded in 1961 in Broughton, Lincolnshire and is now one of the UK’s largest dog rescue charities.
- Jerry Green Dog Rescue has a caring ethos which puts the dogs in its care at the centre of everything it does. It also operates a policy whereby prospective adopters are introduced to dogs in a neutral environment away from the kennel, resulting in less stress for the dog and increasing the chances of permanent homes being found.
- The adoption process at Jerry Green Dog Rescue involves a number of introductory visits and the rehoming team provide pre and post adoption support to ensure the move to the dog’s new home is as smooth as possible.
- The charity receives no Government or National Lottery funding. This means it is dependent on the generosity of public and corporate donors/sponsors.
Sarah Howells
Shooting Star PR
01522 528540
sarah@shootingstar-pr.co.uk
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