Update:

We are delighted to announce that we have raised the funds required to start construction on our roof! Thank you to everyone that has donated to this appeal - we predict a lot of wagging tails when we break the news to the dogs in our care! As stated in the appeal, all costs raised above what is needed for the roof will go towards our every day running costs including veterinary treatments, toys, treats, and costs such as electricity and water bills. 

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Many things have changed in the way we work over the past 130 years. However, some things never change. Edward T Parker was moved to start the Bristol Home for Lost and Starving Dogs after seeing a little puppy walking through a snow storm with nowhere to go to escape the cold. This winter, little Jessica, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy was found alone walking around the freezing streets of Bristol before someone brought her to us. Thanks to the loving care and attention of all our staff, Jessica was soon warm, with food in her belly and on her way to full health. She quickly found a loving new home!This year we are hoping to raise enough money for a roof for our sandpit. This will allow the dogs to exercise off lead, train and play in all weathers. This roof will cost £6226.36 and we believe it will greatly increase the well-being of the animals in our care. All donations towards this roof are greatly appreciated and will allow us to, as with the addition of electricity and new beds in years gone by, continue to improve our site for animals present and future.  

It just goes to show that the years may have passed, but sadly the demand for our work has not gone away!

If we are lucky enough to raise the full amount required for this roof, every additional penny will go towards treats, toys, treatments and general running costs, such as electricity and water bills, which are required to look after the animals in our care.