LATER this month we will welcome in the first day of spring and while the season is synonymous with baby animals, we at The Mayhew Animal Home hope to see even fewer of these new arrivals.

The UK is undergoing a stray animal crisis and there is no need for anyone to be breeding their pet dog, cat or rabbits while there are thousands of animals filling rescue centres up and down the country. The Mayhew rehomes a signif icant numbers of puppies and kittens every year, when unprepared owners have realised they are ill-equipped to deal with young litters.

The Mayhew Community Veterinary Clinic offers low-cost neutering and free neutering vouchers to all owners of bull breeds and their crosses. Not only will this prevent adding to the numbers of unwanted animals but it will also help to prevent your pet from developing a range of diseases and illnesses.

To book your free or low-cost appointment Monday to Friday call 0208 969 0178.

Caroline Yates CEO The Mayhew The Mayhew Animal Home, Trenmar Gardens, Kensal Green