Pose with a Nose on 25th September

A national non-profit organisation based in Kirby Cane Norfolk, is calling on animal lovers to get involved with National Wetnose Day this September, the animal version of Red Nose Day.  And raise much-needed funding for thousands of sick and neglected animals living in rescue shelters throughout the UK.

Taking place on Friday 25th September, Wetnose Day is the flagship event for Wetnose Animal Aid. Britain’s only fundraiser for smaller animal rescue centres. 

And together with partners Veggie Vision TV and Woodgreen Animal Shelter, Reflection PR is proud to be playing a part.

In its second year, organisers are encouraging people to ‘pose with a nose’ by buying and wearing a black foam nose on the 25th September.

You’ll be in esteemed company, with celebrity names including Amanda Holden, Paul O’Grady, and Ricky Gervais pledging support.

Paul O’Grady has said: “I think this is a terrific idea and long overdue. It will go a long way to helping many smaller rescue centres who need more support. Count me in!”

Despite 47 per cent of households owning a pet, smaller animal rescue centres lack fundraising support.  So in 2014, Andrea Gamby-Boulger, from Norfolk, launched the first ever National Wetnose Day. 

She says: “Humans have Red Nose Day, so we launched Wetnose Day for our four-legged friends. We need to speak up on their behalf.”

In its first year, the campaign raised around £3,000, but more is needed. This year the target is £30,000. To achieve this, the organisers are calling on kind-hearted companies to come on board as sponsors.

Andrea explains: “Animal shelters continue to struggle. With a lack of financial support, sadly 30 dogs are put to sleep every day due to a lack of space.   Shelters desperately need money to continue their fantastic work. They rely on donations and the generosity of animal lovers to come to their aid.  This year we want to raise £30,000 to help them pay off vet and feed bills.” 

“Rescue centres are home to thousands of animals including dogs, cats, ponies, rabbits and parrots who need a caring home.  They should be the first place you visit when looking for a new pet.  These animals deserve a second chance and have so much love and fun to bring to their new owners.  Animal shelters are close to bursting at the seams. They are in crisis and crying out for financial help.”

7 ways to support National Wetnose Day 2015 1. Pose with a nose! Buy a Wetnose and wear it with pride all day on Friday 25th September. Black foam noses are available from www.wetnoseanimalaid.com at £4 each. 2. Share your photos on Twitter @Wetnoseday and #posewithanose or on Facebook 3. Gather your dog-owner friends and head out for a sponsored dog walk 4. Host a doggy tea party 5. Cake sale – bake some animal-inspired treats, dog biscuits anyone? 6. Donate unwanted items such as DVDs, clothing, books, toys and games to the Wet Nose Animal Aid shop in Hungate, Beccles. 7. Run a dog-friendly business? Could your company sponsor Wet Nose Day 2015?  For more information call 01508 518650 or visit www.wetnoseanimalaid.com.