Shelter's 'desperately needed' kennels open

Work started on the new kennels in 2023

A bespoke kennel complex to provide shelter for 20 dogs has been officially opened at an animal charity.

The block at Eden Animal Rescue's base at Moorlands Head Farm, near Penrith, has been funded by a £75,000 grant from Pets Foundation, fundraising and two legacies.

The charity said the former accommodation had become inadequate and the new complex would offer better conditions for the dogs and make it easier to rehome them.

Work is now under way to convert the former kennel block into an indoor training and exercise area, and a place for potential owners to meet prospective pets.

The charity previously said having kennels which were "the next best thing to home" was important, especially for the longer-stay dogs.

Chair of Eden Animal Rescue, Chris Cheetham said: "Visitors will see the greatly improved facilities for both the dogs, staff and volunteers who care for the animals.

"There are still opportunities to sponsor an individual kennel and have your family or business name displayed for visitors to see the support you have given to this project."