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Paul O’ Grady announced as StreetVet ambassador
Paul O'Grady and StreetVet founder Jade Statt. 

TV presenter will join growing movement of volunteers 

Animal welfare campaigner Paul O’Grady has been announced as an ambassador for the veterinary organisation StreetVet.

The comedian and television presenter will join a growing movement of more than 300 volunteer vets and nurses, caring for homeless people and their pets across the United Kingdom.

Paul decided that he wanted to help StreetVet after joining volunteers on the streets as part of his ITV show, For the Love of Dogs. The episode will be broadcast on Wednesday (21 November).

“When we were filming ‘For the Love of Dogs’ we went out on the streets with StreetVet to see firsthand what they do for the homeless and their pets,” he said. “I was really impressed with the dedication of the team and want to support them to enable them to reach even more homeless people around the country.”

Founded in 2017 by veterinary surgeons Jade Start and Sam Joseph, StreetVet provides free and accessible animal care, essential items and reassurance to pet owners.

“To our homeless owners, their dog is their lifeline.  Paul is known for his love of dogs and he completely grasps this relationship,” said Jade. “Paul is warm and compassionate and can relate to people from all walks of life and cares deeply about human and animal welfare. 

“That’s what StreetVet is about. We are humbled he’s agreed to work with us as an ambassador to make people aware of the homeless crisis and the struggles of our clients and their dogs.” 

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Cold-water dip to raise funds for Vetlife

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 The veterinary mental health charity Vetlife is inviting the veterinary community to join it for a sponsored cold-water dip.

The event will take place at Walpole Bay, Margate, on 17 May during Mental Health Awareness Week. Participants of all abilities can join in the challenge and are advised to bring a towel, a hot drink, a snack, and warm clothes to get changed into afterwards.

Those taking part are being asked to try to raise 100 each to support the work of the charity.

Details about how to take part can be found here. 

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