LINDSAY Hoyle, Labour MP for Chorley, has pledged his support to the National Canine Defence League's "A Dog Is For Life Campaign".

Mr Hoyle has signed a Commons Motion supporting the work of the charity, and is urging people not to buy puppies unless they intend to look after them properly in the future. The MP, whose constituency includes Adlington, said: "Thousands of dogs are abandoned every year, many bought as gifts at Christmas."

I hope that MPs will support the League and help raise awareness of this problem."

I will continue to support the National Canine Defence League and other similar organisations."

such as the RSPCA who work to protect animals and ensure that cruelty is stopped."