Demand 'very high' for homeless pet charity

Martin said the charity was "brilliant"

The CEO of a charity that helps homeless pet owners has said Cornwall was one of its "busiest stations".

StreetVet provides free veterinary care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness.

CEO Zoe Abbotts said demand in the county was "very high" and the organisation had pop-ups across Redruth, St Austell, Truro, Falmouth, Penzance and Newquay.

"Just last week in Redruth we had three new clients," Ms Abbotts said.

'Really important'

"We're seeing that across all of our outreaches, and nationwide as well, but Cornwall is one of our busiest stations."

Pet owner Martin, who previously lived on the streets, said the charity had "always helped" him out.

"They help with all the medical stuff, all the flea treatment, worming and all that," he said.

"They're just brilliant."

Volunteer Jane James, who moved to Cornwall about five years ago, has been a qualified veterinary nurse for more than 20 years.

The veterinary nurse said animal companionship, in some cases, was what kept people going.

"If you're on the streets, you're at your most vulnerable," Ms James said.

"For us to be able to provide the essential things they need is brilliant.

"It's really important."