Valentine's appeal raises support for rescue animals in need of love

The RSPCA Halifax, Huddersfield and Bradford branch has launched its annual Valentails fundraiser, which lets donors reveal a mystery rescue animal and receive a Valentine's message on February 14 about how their support is helping an animal.

The RSPCA Halifax, Huddersfield and Bradford branch has launched its annual Valentails fundraiser to encourage support for rescue animals in need of care and homes. The appeal invites donors to make a gift and open a virtual door to reveal a mystery rescue animal. Donors who take part will receive a special Valentine's message from their chosen "Valentail" on February 14. The branch says the event highlights how many people want to help animals feel safe and valued. Key details: - The event is called Valentails and is run by the RSPCA Halifax, Huddersfield and Bradford branch. - Supporters donate and open a virtual door to reveal a mystery rescue animal. - Donors will get a Valentine's message from their chosen "Valentail" on February 14 with an update on the animal's progress. - The branch's digital manager, Fay Gibbons, described the appeal as a reminder of how many people care for animals that have lacked proper care or love. - Animals featured include Dottie, an abandoned bulldog; Skye, a tabby cat waiting more than 40 days for a home; and Millie and Bubbles, two rabbits who have been in care for over 100 days. Summary: The fundraiser aims to raise support and attention for animals in the branch's care and to share updates on their journeys toward permanent homes. Donors are scheduled to receive messages from their chosen rescue on February 14 and the branch has published details of the appeal on its website.