A relief fund has been set up to support rescue centres and other canine organisations affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
The Kennel Club, The Kennel Club Charitable Trust and The Kennel Club Educational Trust announced the creation of the emergency fund this morning (Tuesday).
The Trust says it will help support those in the community needing emergency funds to prevent the unnecessary suffering of dogs, such as providing additional support for rescue centres. The Trust, established in 1987, has distributed grants totalling more than £11m to a wide variety of causes..
In parallel, it will be setting up an emergency fund to support training clubs affected by the negative consequences for dogs due to covid-19.
CANCELLATIONS
Meanwhile, the Kennel Club is currently exploring funding and support arrangements for clubs and canine societies worst hit by the outbreak of the virus, particularly those societies affected by cancellations.
“The coronavirus pandemic is devastating for so many communities, including all those involved in dogs,” said the Rev Bill King, chairman of the Kennel Club Charitable Trust. “Many of those affected run small, but incredibly vital and dedicated organisations, clubs and rescues, which make a huge difference for dogs and now urgently need support to be able to survive these unprecedented times.
“We are only as strong as our community and the Kennel Club and its related charities are fortunate to be able to help those hardest hit through this challenging time.”
Details of the funds and how to apply will be announced shortly by the Kennel Club and its charities.
The Kennel Club has dedicated information pages and further information on how to care for dogs during the coronavirus outbreak available via the homepage on its website: www.thekennelclub.org.uk
