Being an absolutely mad animal lover, I was astounded that I had never heard of The Trust when I came across their work. Now I do what I can to fundraise and took part in the Big Walks.

My Big Walk consisted of Beau, our Labrador, his feline sister Dotty and Uncle Albert the tortoise, who was celebrating his 126th birthday! Our walk was a gentle one, mainly consisting of sniffs. My family - those with two legs or four, with fur or with shell - are my world. I would be lost without them. Thus, I fully understand the importance of The Trust.