Dog rescue centre closes doors to new rescues due to demand

The cost of living crisis has contributed to the rise in pets being left

A dog rescue centre in Ayrshire has closed its doors to new rescues after being overwhelmed by demand.

Islay Dog Rescue say the cost of living crisis is forcing people to reconsider whether they can afford to adopt a dog and is leaving many with the difficult choice of giving up their pets.

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