An animal rescue charity has received a £4,000 grant to help pay for its kennel bills.

Akita Rescue and Welfare Trust UK, based in Meopham, is dedicated to the rescue, welfare, and protection of American and Japanese akitas in the UK.

The cash, which was donated by grant giving charity Support Adoption For Pets, will allow the rescue charity to rent five kennel spaces for five months while permanent homes are found for the occupants.

Stella Grey from Akita Rescue said: “This will go a long way to securing safe places for dogs that have been pulled from council pounds and are at high risk of being put to sleep. This help is invaluable to us.”

To find out more about Support Adoption For Pets or to support the charity visit supportadoptionforpets.co.uk