Battersea calls for more foster carers in Kent and Surrey

An animal welfare charity has called on Kent and Surrey residents to foster dogs and cats in need of a home.

Battersea cared for 1,601 dogs and 1,743 cats in 2021 at their three main sites - including at Brands Hatch in Kent.

A Battersea spokeswoman said having a larger network of foster carers would mean the charity had the capacity to help more animals.

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