Actress Joanna Lumley visited an animal charity in Kensal Green today to encourage more people to adopt a rescue dog.
The New Avengers star who played Purdey in the 1970s show rubbed noses with a Dalmatian called Purdy at the Mayhew Animal Home in Trenmar Gardens.
The seven-year-old dog and his sister Penny arrived at the Mayhew a few months ago after their owners split up.
Despite being lovely friendly dogs they have repeatedly been overlooked for a second chance home.
October is dog adoption month and Ms Lumley urged animal lovers to take in a rescue pet.
She said: “Thousands of dogs in the UK are just thrown away – or lose their homes - when things get tough which is why we need rescue centres but they are stretched to breaking point.
“It’s great to have national adoption month as a reminder to help dogs who are not quite so lucky at finding a second home. As a passionate animal lover I would urge people to consider adopting a rescue dog which is hugely rewarding for all sides.”
If you are interested in adopting a dog please contact 0208 962 8000 or visit themayhew.org.
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