Burgess Pet Care has launched its annual campaign to support greyhound and lurcher rescue centres.
Now in its fourth year, Burgess’ Two-Week Takeover campaign takes place on the company’s Facebook and Instagram pages, and asks customers to nominate local rescue centres that they would like to receive a share of £8,000 worth of Burgess Supadog Greyhound and Lurcher food donated by the manufacturer. The food will be shared among the centres that receive the highest number of nominations.
Charlotte Varley, communications manager at Burgess Pet Care, said: “It’s been a difficult few years for rescue centres with growing numbers of greyhounds and lurchers needing support at a time when rescues are finding it harder than ever to cover their costs. It is testament to the commitment of the people running the rescues that they have continued with their amazing work to rehome and support the health and happiness of these beautiful animals.
“Last year’s Two-week Takeover campaign received over 2,000 nominations and we’d love to see an even greater response to this year’s campaign. Burgess is determined to improve the lives of these gorgeous animals year-round, which is why for every sack of Burgess Supadog Greyhound & Lurcher sold, we’ll continue to donate 20p in the form of free food to greyhound and lurcher rescues in the UK.”
Kay FitzGerald-Gorham at Lurcher Link, one of six rescue centres to receive a share of Burgess’ food donation last year, added: “I would really encourage rescue centres to get involved in this year’s campaign and to tell their supporters about it.
“Because of the generous donation of greyhound and lurcher food we received from Burgess, we’ve been able to allocate more of our funds to saving dogs who might otherwise have been put to sleep without specialist vet treatment and give them a chance of a new home. We’re so grateful for this campaign and Burgess’ support.”
The two-week campaign also offers advice and tips on caring for the breeds via the social media channels.
