Show puppies some love

Musician Sharon Shannon is urging people to rescue rather than buy a dog this Christmas, writes Arlene Harris

SHARON SHANNON is renowned for her musical talent but she also has a lesser-known passion. Growing up on a farm, she has always had a great affinity with animals, particularly dogs. And this Christmas she is urging people to think twice before buying a puppy.

“I’ve always adored animals and am deeply upset by cruelty to them,” she says. “I have four cats and six dogs and I also foster pups and strays in need of a home as pound dogs have five days to be claimed by a member of the public or by an animal rescue centre.