BY LUCY ADAMS

As the Christmas bells fade and trees and decorations are being put away for another yet another year, the lives of some animals will be ruined this January.

Cruel and sick minded people have been dumping their animals in towns, leaving them to fend for themselves. Why? Would you do this to your pets?

How would you feel being a vulnerable animal left to fight for your survival? Young and weak kittens have been left on the side of the road, crying. They wanted to be loved - they didn’t choose this life.

They have been left cold, alone and scared with no shelter or food to keep them going.

They are beautiful, kind creatures. Who could do such a cruel thing to a defenceless animal? What did they do to deserve this?

So, next time your passing by an animal charity shop, why don’t you donate something? Why not take some food to a pet food collection?

Why not sponsor an animal? Whatever you decide to do, rest assured, it’ll help an animal survive this winter.