Pet food company support for animal charities
A CARMARTHENSHIREBASED pet food company is supporting charities and animal organisations as they struggle to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic.
Burns Pet Nutrition, based in Kidwelly, already helps more than 40 animal welfare organisations every year. Since the outbreak started it has donated tens of thousands of pounds worth of pet supplies to more than 20 rescue centres, charities and community across the UK.
The family firm, which specialises in producing high quality dog food made up of all-natural ingredients, has supplied thousands of bags of pet food and treats equating to more than £30,000.
Burns has chosen to make food donations to organisations, ensuring the animals in their care are well fed while helping to reduce the financial strain they are under. groups
The company has donated food to a range of local rescue centres including Llanellibased Hope Rescue and donations to various therapy and service dog schemes.
As well as supporting animal organisations, Burns has committed to helping communities in Wales who may be struggling to feed their pets following impacts to their livelihoods as a result of the pandemic.
To date, Burns has provided over 300 bags of pet food and treats to the Scarlets Community Foundation, an initiative which sees the Llanelli Scarlets Rugby club join up with local grassroots clubs to deliver care packages to vulnerable people in the region.
John Burns, Founder of Burns Pet Nutrition, said: “The impact of coronavirus has been unprecedented, and the result is that many charities and vital community initiatives have been struggling to cope with the financial obstacles that the outbreak has brought.
“It’s imperative these people and companies receive support to help them through this challenging time.
“The work of animal rescues and animal support services is truly commendable and it’s imperative to us that we do something to help them survive.”