New charity shop opens in Loughborough to help look after injured pets
A BRAND new charity shop in Loughborough, which will raise vital funds for sick and injured pets, has opened
Located at 32 Cattle Market, the shop sells pre-loved and new items, plus pet products, all at bargain prices, with profits helping to fund vet charity PDSA’s nationwide service.
Vet Christopher Sherwood, from Leicester PDSA Pet Hospital, was joined by dogs Molly and Jack and their owner Philip Stanley, to officially open the shop in front of staff, volunteers and customers.
He said: “I’m delighted to open the Loughborough’s PDSA shop and would like to congratulate everyone on their hard work in making this a reality.
“As a vet, on a daily-basis I see how the money raised from shops like Loughborough makes a difference when it comes to helping poorly pets. I’d encourage locals to check out the brilliant new shop too and find some bargains and help us provide a lifetime of wellbeing for local pets.”
Shop manager Steph Brooks, said: “It’s been full steam ahead and we’re very excited to be opening a new shop in Loughborough. We’ve been very busy behind the scenes to get the shop ready and I want to say a huge thank you to all our volunteers who’ve gone the extra mile to help make this happen.
“If you’re having a clear-out or de-cluttering your home why not donate your unwanted items to us? We’re appealing for all types of donations, clothing, homeware, DVDs and books. And every penny we raise will help local sick and injured pets.”
To find out more about the shop, to make a donation or to enquire about volunteering please call Steph on 01509 235 381.