21/09/2022
~ Feeling very sad this evening, as our rehoming volunteers are having to turn away older dogs in need on a regular basis now, because unfortunately our expenses (which are always predominantly vet bills) are exceeding our income by about £7,000 so far this month, following on from an August where we paid out thousands more than we brought in too 😢
https://justgiving.com/fundraising/summerappeal2022
We really, really don’t want to be turning away those who call us for help, to take in their older dog, especially knowing how urgent some of these situations are, and that in different times we could have added that dog to our waiting list. It's also upsetting for our rehoming team volunteers when they give up their time freely to try to help older dogs in need and have to deal with these pleas for help, but we must prioritise the money for the dogs already in our care.
We have almost 40,000 people following us on this page, presumably all dog lovers and supporters of our rescue work? We very much appreciate those who have already donated, and we do know that not everyone is in the position to donate and we still very much welcome your support in other ways, BUT if you are in a position to help financially, please don’t scroll by assuming others will help instead. Please see what you can spare today. The last thing we want is to have to say ‘No’ to an older dog in need, but this is what we face currently 💔
https://justgiving.com/fundraising/summerappeal2022
Yours hopefully,
The dogs and volunteers at Oldies Club
(If you would prefer to donate by bank transfer, please email [email protected] for details.)