Coronation Street stars back PDSA campaign : Corrieblog

Coronation Street stars, including some of the four-legged variety, are backing a fundraising appeal to help poorly pets in aid of leading veterinary charity, PDSA.

The Street's salon owner, Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls) is supporting a campaign to help raise vital funds for the charity's Manchester PetAid hospital, along with Corrie's canine stars - gentle giant Schmeichel (haven't seen him for ages) and lovable black Lab Ozzy.

Nationwide, the recession has led to a massive 20 per cent increase in demand for the charity's help. PDSA has 48 animal hospitals across the UK and it costs more than £50 million to provide this vital service to the pets of owners in need. Treatment costs for the charity's pet patients are funded entirely by donations, as PDSA doesn't receive government or lottery funding for its work.

Long-time PDSA supporter, Sue Nicholls, said: "PDSA does a fantastic job here in Manchester and across the rest of the UK caring for sick and injured pets, so I'm delighted to be backing this vital campaign to raise funds."

She adds: "In these difficult times, more people than ever are turning to PDSA. It's great to know they are here to help, but all this extra work puts the charity under great strain. So if, like me, you truly love animals, why not go online today and support PDSA."

To lend your support to PDSA and make a donation to support its vital work, please go online at www.pdsa.org.uk/manchester or call freephone 0800 019 9166.