<p>Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.</p> <p>I am very nervous, but thoroughly looking forward to running my first half marathon, and I have decided to run it for Worcestershire Animal Rescue Shelter.</p> <p>Located in the shadows of the Malvern Hills, WARS is dedicated to the care and rehoming of dogs, cats and ex-battery hens.</p> <p>In 2011 there was a 25% increase in the number pets abandoned in the UK - a country that prides itself on being animal lovers.&nbsp;It is now up to charities like WARS to pick up the pieces and find these innocent animals loving new homes.</p> <p>They need our help more than ever.</p> <p>Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Once you donate, they&rsquo;ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer.</p> <p>So please dig deep and donate whatever you can.</p> <p>Thank you!</p>