A bestselling author has teamed up with a Watford charity for the launch of a new scheme.
Last month, Jane Fallon launched a new collaboration scheme with New Hope and StreetVet to offer free accessible vet care for pets belonging to people experiencing homelessness.
Jane said: “I love this initiative. Homeless people want to care for their pets the same way the rest of us do and will often give them priority over their own wellbeing. StreetVet and The Haven together are helping give both them and their furry companions the support they need.”
New Hope, which runs a drop-in centre at The Haven on Whippendell Road, supports people and their pets who are facing homelessness.
Debby McKinlay, manager at The Haven, said: “Here at The Haven, we don’t just care for people who are sleeping on the streets, but also for their pets. We want to ensure that both person and pet receive the care they need.”
Laura Sayer, hostel manager at StreetVet, said: “New Hope’s Haven provides an essential humanitarian aid service for those experiencing homelessness. Through our accreditation, we hope that those experiencing homelessness with pets can utilise the benefits StreetVet can offer.”
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