THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT FOR BOB!

There is now hope for Bob's future following his traumatic past.

Bob was rescued from a fair in the South of Ireland and, at first, couldn't be handled. He is a big, strong horse and has a specially adapted field and paddock to fit his needs. Since arriving at the Sanctuary Bob has come a long way but still has a lot of rehabilitation ahead of him. He loves lots of attention and is always trying to please people. Please pledge your help to Bob today and safeguard the future of our big, friendly giant.

Bob is just one example of a cruelly neglected animal with a heartbreaking story of misery and suffering to tell. Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary (CLAS) started up in response to an inadequate welfare system in Northern Ireland. Since being granted charitable status is 1996 it has brought equine welfare and education to the fore. CLAS serves a dual purpose; helping animals in need who, in turn, help people in need. The Sanctuary is concerned with the rescue and rehabilitation of animals, in particular horses and ponies, that have been abused and neglected, although we help many other animals too including cats, dogs, rabbits and hens. We are committed to securing their lives, preserving their wellbeing and protecting their futures.

CLAS is Northern Ireland's only equine charity and is committed to playing an educational role here. All the animals in our care have been rescued from difficult, often abusive, situations and through work, respect and compassion have learned to trust again. We feel that much can be learned from spending time with these animals; at CLAS the animals are encouraged, wherever possible, to 'earn their keep' and following a comprehensive training period many of our horses participate in educational programmes, working closely with individuals and groups from the community. The Sanctuary's youth programmes, volunteer schemes and training clinics are highly regarded.

With our mission to improve animal welfare gathering ever more momentum, the Sanctuary is struggling to attain enough funding to keep up-and-running. We are currently seeking new sponsors whose money will go directly into the care of the animals. Sponsors are fundamental to the Sanctuary's survival; regular sponsorship provides us with a dependable source of income, essential in allowing us to continue our work with these vulnerable animals.

The Sanctuary is issuing a province-wide appeal for 500 big-hearted people to donate just a few pounds each month towards food, bedding, and veterinary fees for the animals. Our sponsorship scheme allows you to 'adopt' one of the Sanctuary animals. In return you will get a photograph of your sponsored animal, a certificate, regular updates via newsletter, the opportunity to visit and spend time with your sponsored animal and, most importantly, the satisfaction of knowing you are making a real and meaningful contribution to improving the animal welfare situation in Northern Ireland. Please do not assume that we will get the support from someone else or put it off until tomorrow - the animals need your help today!

PLEASE phone 07828417808 or 028 94 465384 or email us at crosskennan@hotmail.co.uk for your sponsorship form and make a difference today.